Challenges as a Dancer Before the Procedure:
Before my LASIK procedure, I couldn’t do anything without my glasses. The second I woke up, I would need to put my glasses on. For almost two decades of my life, that’s how I lived on a daily basis. Being a professional dancer, I always used to wear straps with my glasses because I didn’t like contact lenses, but when I would start to sweat, my glasses would fog up, which would affect my performance. Being on set as an actor, I would not wear my glasses, so things were blurry on set, which made it challenging to do my job.
First Impressions With Improved Vision:
The freedom I have to do anything without worrying about whether or not I can see that far or so near is honestly life-changing! As a performer, I can step on any stage, any set, without worrying about the lights, fogging, and blurring of my vision. I cried the first time I was on set, and I could see so clearly.
It made everything I do from acting on set, dancing, and DJ-ing, a whole lot easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable! The less I have to worry about my sight, the better I can focus on my performance.
If you are considering this procedure:
I would like to tell someone considering this procedure to stop thinking about it and get it done already! I wish I had done this years ago! It really is a life-changing experience, especially if you can’t do anything without needing your glasses or contacts. It is painless, and Dr. Coetzee talked me through each step of the way. Lastly, I see better than when I had glasses. My vision right now is 20/40, which I didn’t even think was possible. Get it done, and you will be forever grateful you made that decision.
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Disclaimer: This story is based on a personal experience shared by one of our patients, who provided consent for it to be used. The content has been edited for clarity and to comply with medical advertising guidelines. Each patient’s experience is unique. Glasses remain a safe option as they do not involve any medical procedure. LASIK is a lifestyle choice for those seeking unaided vision and may not be suitable if you are content with wearing glasses. Research suggests the cumulative risk of contact lenses may exceed that of LASIK.
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