Lasik Eye Surgery With Lauren Keith

I've worn contacts for the past 15 years. I chose to get Lasik done because I personally don't like the hassle, nor the inconvenience, of glasses or contacts. My regular eye doctor even suggested it, because my vision hadn't changed at all over the last five years. So, I went in for a consultation, and learned I was the perfect candidate. If you're wondering about the procedure, there have been changes over the last decade it's been around. Here's what goes on when you "go under the laser."

Surgery day for me started bright and early at 7:15. By the way, you can't wear any makeup, hair spray or perfumed deodarant during this surgery. Doctors think it could interfere with the laser beam. Believe me, if I could have worn it, I would---it's not exactly fun being on TV without it. Before the surgey, I ask Dr. Shawn Parker of EYE CARE Specialists some last-minute questions. He says he was the first surgeon to bring lasik to the region--- that said--- I'll admit--- I was still pretty nervous at this point.

"Any type of surgery contains a risk of complication. That's true with lasik, but it's an extremely small risk and it's extremely safe, if you follow instructions," said Dr. Parker.

If you don't follow post-surgery instructions, there is chance of less than one percent, you could lose your vision. So, I listen intently, despite that minute chance. EYE CARE Secialists staff also offer you a valium pill to relax your nerves, before the surgery. Then, the nurse places a series of betadyne and iodine drops into your eyes. This makes the eyes, and the area around it, turn an amber color. The drops also completely numb the eye---which is key during the surgery.

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