Laser eye surgery is well‑suited to people who want much less dependence on glasses or contact lenses, but rarely removes the need for spectacles in every situation.
Who may benefit most
The happiest patients usually want convenience rather than absolute glasses‑free perfection.
- Adults with stable mild to moderate myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism
- Healthy eyes and corneas that meet standard safety criteria
- Willingness to accept occasional glasses for fine print or prolonged near work
- Understanding that presbyopia will still appear with age
- Motivation to follow aftercare closely
Who might struggle
If any need for glasses would feel like failure, expectations may be too high.
- People aiming for guaranteed glasses‑free vision for all tasks and all ages
- Those uncomfortable with even small risks of side‑effects
- Complex prescriptions or eye conditions where complete freedom is unlikely
- Patients better served by lens‑based options that target both distance and near
- Anyone unsure about surgery who is still comfortable in contact lenses
