Is LASIK Safe?

LASIK complications are less than 1% nationwide, which places it among the safest of any surgical procedure. The CustomVue® VISX STAR 4 wavefront laser that Dr. Carter uses has been used for over a million LASIK surgeries and is the most reliable equipment for both diagnostic and surgical LASIK procedures. Using such state-of-the-art equipment by highly experienced staff reduces the risks of surgery to below national averages.

Yet, all surgery has risks, and you should be aware of these so that you can make an informed choice whether to have LASIK surgery or not. The risks of LASIK are well-established but many are temporary. Others are correctable with additional treatment. Both the risks and benefits of LASIK are listed on the Risks/Benefits of Lasik page.

Overall, most of these risks are almost entirely eliminated by using wavefront technology. Dr. Carter, a former FDA investigator was the first in North Texas to perform LASIK after it’s approval. Dr. Carter has performed tens of thousands of LASIK surgeries since then.

To schedule you free consultation, please contact the Carter Eye Center in Dallas, or call 1-800-950-2020. The Carter Eye Center is committed to giving you the best care possible, and offers a 20/20 or it’s free, guarantee to back up our promise.