Laser Vision Correction in Children

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Laser Vision Correction in Children 

What is Laser Vision Correction (Laser Eye Surgery for Vision)?

Laser vision surgery helps people see better without glasses or contacts. It changes the shape of the eye’s clear front part, called the cornea.  There are different types of this surgery, like LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) and PRK (photorefractive keratectomy).

These surgeries are mostly for grown-ups who have had the same glasses or contact lenses for a long time. Kids don’t often get this surgery because their eyes are still changing. But sometimes it can help kids too.

When Might a Child Need Laser Vision Correction?

Doctors don’t do this surgery in kids very often. But it might be helpful if:

  • A child has trouble wearing glasses
  • A child needs very strong glasses
  • One eye needs much stronger glasses than the other

It is important to know that this surgery does not fix other problems like crossed eyes (strabismus).

How is Laser Vision Correction Different for Children Than Adults?

When grown-ups get this surgery, they are awake. But kids are put to sleep (under general anesthesia) so that they don’t move.  After surgery, the doctor checks kids’ eyes more often to make sure their eyes heal well.

If you have more questions about laser vision correction for children, talk with your child’s eye doctor.

Updated:  09/2024

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