The following was posted by me three months ago on another YW thread and I still stand by it. I have never had a problem nor has anyone I know who has had it done. Like any medical procedure, you need to follow post-op rules or problems may occur. I do know people who have had emergencies with contact lenses; infection, scratched cornea.
“I was very nearsighted; having -700 vision. About ten years ago, after almost a lifetime of squinting and glasses, I went for lasik laser surgery and now have perfect 20-20 vision.
If you are a candidate, go for it. Everyone I know who had it done is very happy with the results and it sure beats contacts. The costs can be unbelievably low.
The actual surgery takes less than a minute and I have never heard of anyone (who followed post-op directives) regretting the decision.”