You may often wonder, “are my eyes too far gone?” or “am I too old for LASIK?” Or, in contrast, “am I old enough for LASIK?” The question of LASIK age is both common and we’re answering it today!

LASIK Age-Too Young?

You’ve seen your child struggle with vision for their entire young life. Whether this be in school, sports, or simply socially, poor vision is a struggle for anyone. It’s a struggle no one deserves. The hassle of ordering and maintaining contacts or keeping glasses is a bother, especially for young people and children. Is your child old enough for LASIK? LASIK is not typically recommended for people 18 years and younger. However, each person should be considered individually to evaluate for eligibility. Ready to request an entirely free consultation for your child? You can do so HERE.

LASIK Age-Too Old?

Are you too old for LASIK? Do you feel like your vision is “too far gone?” Maybe not! While there is not a “maximum LASIK age,” each patient would need to be assessed individually to determine eligibility.

Answering the question of LASIK age…

More than likely, if you wear reading glasses now, you will need reading glasses after LASIK. To qualify for LASIK, your eye health must be good and your vision must be stable. People with cataracts or eye disease may not be candidates for a LASIK procedure. Again, each individual should be specifically assessed to provide an answer for a person’s “maximum LASIK age.”

Next, you may be wondering the duration of LASIK surgery results. ” Well, you’re in luck! Take a look at our blog, “How Long Do LASIK Results Last?” If you have other questions on LASIK or other laser eye surgery procedures, we’ll answer them in our blog, LASIK FAQs. Any other questions? We’d be happy to talk with you! Contact us here. Ready to begin your path to clear vision? Request a consultation. We’ll discuss your individual qualification, financial options, scheduling, etc.