LASIK
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Marmer Medical Eye Center?
Robert H. Marmer, M.D. has the longest experience performing refractive surgery in the state of Georgia by introducing the first refractive surgical procedure in 1979.
We can serve as your resource for information on LASIK and related procedures. Please call today for your evaluation. Remember, our excellence is from experience
Are You A Candidate for LASIK?
The ideal candidate for LASIK is over 18 years old with normal health and a prescription that has not increased significantly in the last 12 months. People with certain medical conditions or women who are pregnant may not be good candidates for LASIK.
What kind of results can I expect?
Depending on your prescription and how quickly you heal, you may experience the results of LASIK immediately. Most MMEC patients are capable of reading the clock in the laser room moments after their procedure, and usually demonstrate legal driving vision the next day. You can expect your vision to continue to improve over the next few days or weeks, as Dr. Marmer monitors your progress at your regularly scheduled appointments.
For most patients, laser vision correction permanently reshapes the cornea, resulting in excellent vision even many years later. A small percentage of patients treated have required a repeat treatment, or “LASIK enhancement”.
What does the cost of the procedure include?
Your fee covers your LASIK consultation, the pre-operative evaluation, your surgery, all facility fees, medications and a full year of post-operative care. The fee also includes the Lifetime Assurance Plan, which provides LASIK enhancements, if needed, at no additional fee from Dr. Marmer.
Following surgery, Dr. Marmer will closely monitor your progress for a full year. After your year of free follow-up care, you need to be seen on an annual basis in order to maintain eligibility for the Lifetime Assurance Plan.
Is LASIK covered by my insurance plan?
Insurance rarely covers elective procedures like LASIK.
Are there any ways to make LASIK more affordable?
Marmer Medical Eye Center can assist you in obtaining financing through one of several sources, with low monthly payments.
If you have a Medical Flex-Spending Account through your employer, you can use pre-tax earnings to reduce your effective cost by hundred of dollars.
Of course, you also have the option of extending your payment period by using most major credit cards.
Will the procedure hurt?
Anesthetic drops prior to surgery help to numb the surface of the eye, minimizing the chances of discomfort during the procedure. You may experience a dry, scratchy sensation immediately after surgery, but most patients are quite comfortable after taking a short nap. Any mild discomfort after surgery should respond well to the eye lubricant drops provided in your free post-op kit.
Are there any risks?
Yes, but less than 1% of LASIK patients develop complications that can reduce the quality of their corrected vision. Dr. Marmer will attempt to minimize the risk of problems by carefully evaluating your overall eye health and candidacy for LASIK. The appropriate risks, benefits and expectations specific to your case will be addressed at your pre-operative exam and again before you go into surgery.
Does Marmer Medical Eye Center stand behind my results?
Absolutely! MMEC stands behind the results of LASIK Surgery. While we cannot guarantee that you will have perfect distance vision for a lifetime, our Lifetime Assurance Plan is designed to help you maintain excellent vision forever. Most nearsighted patients qualify for the plan, provided they have no significant health problem and are not outside the acceptable prescription range. It is possible that LASIK enhancement may not be the best option. This will be determined after careful evaluation.
What will my recovery be like?
Most LASIK patients are very excited about the quality of their vision the day after their procedure, typically arriving for their one-day visit with legal driving visions! While most patients notice dramatic visual results within the first few days following their procedure, the speed of visual recovery depends on personal healing patterns and the amount of treatment provided. Patients with extremely high prescriptions, for instance, often recover more slowly, but tend to be some of our happiest patients.
How do I get to the Laser Eye Center for the LASIK procedure?
Dr. Marmer performs all LASIK procedures at the TLC Atlanta Laser Eye Center. It is loccated at 4505 Ashford-Dunwoody Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30346. Click here for detailed directions.
