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Vision Correction for Ages 18 – 40
When considering vision correction surgery, LASIK is often the first procedure that comes to mind. However, it’s not the only option—and it’s not the best choice for everyone.
... At Sandton Eye Clinic, we offer a full range of advanced vision correction procedures tailored to your unique eyes and lifestyle.Whether you’re a great candidate for LASIK, need PRK for a thinner cornea, or would benefit from Implantable Contact Lenses (ICL) for higher prescriptions, we’ll guide you to the safest and most effective solution. Our goal is simple: to help you achieve clear, lasting vision with the procedure that’s best suited for you. Below, we compare your options so you can make an informed decision about your vision correction journey.
Compare Your Vision Correction Options
LASIK
- High patient satisfaction
- Outpatient procedure
- First choice if a suitable candidate
- Safe & proven procedure
Corrects:
- Nearsightedness: up to –9
- Farsightedness: up to +4
- Astigmatism: up to 6
(Exact limits depend on individual factors)
- Surgery Duration: 15 min per eye
- Pain: Mild discomfort
- Recovery Time: Days
- Not suitable for patients with thin corneas
- Suitable for presbyopia
PRK
- High patient satisfaction
- Outpatient procedure
- Alternative if not a LASIK candidate
- Safe & proven procedure
Corrects:
- Nearsightedness: up to –6
- Farsightedness: up to +2
- Astigmatism: up to 4
(Exact limits depend on individual factors)
- Surgery Duration: 10 min per eye
- Pain: Discomfort and grittiness for a few days
- Recovery Time: Weeks
- Sometimes suitable for patients with thin corneas
- Suitable for presbyopia
Implantable Contact Lenses
- High patient satisfaction
- Outpatient procedure
- Alternative if not a LASIK or PRK candidate
- Safe & proven procedure
Corrects:
- Nearsightedness: up to –20
- Farsightedness: up to +10
- Astigmatism: up to 6
(Exact limits depend on individual factors)
- Surgery Duration: 25 min per eye
- Pain: Mild discomfort
- Recovery Time: Days
- Suitable for patients with thin corneas
- Suitable for presbyopia
With so many excellent vision correction options available, how do you know which one is right for you? You don’t have to decide alone.
Your refractive surgeon will assess your eyes, prescription, corneal health, and lifestyle to determine the safest and most effective procedure for you. When the right procedure is chosen for the right patient, the results are life-changing—and remarkably similar across all options.
Stay committed to your decision to see clearly. Stay flexible in your approach.