LASIKLASIK Surgical Procedure is a surgical procedure performed on the eyes so that people can see better. There would no longer be a need to wear contact lenses or glasses. According to the United States Food and Drug Administration, LASIK is a surgical procedure to reduce the use of glasses and contact lenses. However, doctors say that if you feel comfortable wearing your contact lenses and glasses, you should continue to do so. Why then? The procedure carries many risks and complications that must be weighed before carrying out it. Before I get into the details of the risks, let me explain in detail what LASIK is. LASIK stands for Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis. This is a surgical procedure that involves permanently changing the shape of the cornea, which is the transparent layer of the eye, using an excimer laser. The procedure involves cutting a flap from the cornea to reveal the stroma, the second layer of the cornea. A laser is used to vaporize the stroma and then the corneal flap is replaced. It sounds easy, it's true, but this procedure comes with many complications and stipulations. LASIK is primarily aimed at nearsighted (nearsighted) people. People with astigmatism (blurred vision due to an irregularly shaped cornea) and farsightedness (farsightedness) can still benefit from the procedure, but must take a greater risk. According to the Eye Surgery Education Council, the ideal person for LASIK is someone who is eighteen years of age, has sufficient corneal thickness, does not have any conditions that would interfere with their ability to heal properly, and is nearsighted, hyperopia and/or astigmatism. The least ideal individual is one who has a history of dry eye, takes medications such as steroids or immunosuppressants, and/or has corneal scarring..