You Can Afford LASIK! Here’s How

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Jul 9, 2026 11:31:04 AM

 

If you've relied on glasses or contacts for most of your life, chances are you're familiar with the idea of LASIK Laser Vision Correction. If you're anything like me, you've daydreamed about the freedom of having perfect 20/20 vision - no more fumbling for your glasses as soon as you wake up, or the dreaded realization that you forgot to take out your contacts. Imagine being able to rock any pair of sunglasses you desire without the need for a prescription!

 

What's holding you back?

During a recent dinner conversation with friends, I posed this question. Their unanimous answer? Cost. They are eager to undergo the procedure! However, the hurdle lies in the fact that LASIK is seldom covered by insurance, making it a significant out-of-pocket expense. The funds required for LASIK simply do not align with their current financial plans.

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Post-LASIK Care: Will You Need Reading Glasses?

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Jun 6, 2024 8:59:13 AM

Discover whether you will need reading glasses after undergoing LASIK surgery and how to care for your eyes post-procedure.

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What is Monovision LASIK?

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Jul 12, 2022 12:18:16 PM

Are you considering LASIK surgery OVER age 45? Do you currently wear reading glasses, bifocals, or readers over your contact lenses for near work?

Many patients don't realize they will still need reading glasses after surgery. There is a way to reduce your dependence on near-vision glasses.

Monovision involves one eye laser-corrected for distance viewing, and the other eye is corrected for near viewing. Monovision is actually a misnomer since both eyes still work together when viewing distance and near.

What is presbyopia?

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