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Can I have LASIK or LASEK if I have dry eyes?
In some cases, yes, but it is important to assess and manage dry eye first. An unstable tear film can affect preoperative measurements and may worsen dryness after surgery. If necessary, we treat the dry eye condition and repeat the measurements before deciding when surgery is appropriate.

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45	Can I have cataract surgery if I previously had LASIK or LASEK? Yes. However, previous LASIK or LASEK changes the shape of the cornea, which can make calculating the correct IOL power more challenging. Pre-existing irregular astigmatism or higher-order aberrations...
44	I have severe halos after receiving a multifocal IOL. Can the lens be replaced? An IOL exchange may be an option, but first we check for other causes of glare or halos, such as residual astigmatism, dry eye, posterior capsule opacification, or lens decentration. Lens exchange doe...
43	If there is bleeding inside my eye, will I need surgery right away? It depends on what caused the bleeding and the condition of the retina. In some cases, vitreous hemorrhage can be monitored while the blood clears. However, prompt evaluation and possibly surgery may ...
42	Is it possible that my vision will not fully recover even after successful retinal surgery? Yes. Even when surgery successfully reattaches the retina, vision may not return to its previous level. Recovery can be limited if the macula, which is responsible for central vision, has remained det...
41	What eye conditions and procedures do you treat? We provide consultations and treatment for vision correction procedures such as LASIK, LASEK, and implantable lenses; enhancement surgery after previous vision correction; cataract surgery and IOL exc...
40	Can I get a second opinion after seeing another eye doctor? Yes. We can provide a second opinion about a diagnosis or the results of surgery performed elsewhere. Bringing previous test results, surgical records, or prescriptions can help us understand your eye...
39	What should I bring to my first appointment? Please let us know about any previous eye procedures and their dates, your medical records, oral medications and eye drops, contact lens use, and medical conditions such as diabetes or high blood pres...
38	Can I find out the cost of tests or surgery in advance? Costs vary depending on the tests needed, your diagnosis, the type of lens or surgery, and whether Korean National Health Insurance applies. After your examination and treatment plan are established, ...
37	I suddenly have a shadow over part of my vision. Do I need an appointment? Sudden loss of vision or a new shadow covering part of your visual field needs prompt medical attention, even without an appointment. During business hours, call the clinic to check whether an urgent ...
36	Can I have an examination now and decide about surgery later? Of course. You can have your eyes examined, review your options, and take time to decide whether to proceed with surgery. In non-urgent cases, monitoring or nonsurgical treatment may be appropriate. U...
35	How is PersonalEYES different from conventional LASIK? PersonalEYES is a personalized approach to laser vision correction. It uses individual eye measurements together with ray tracing and an AI-assisted refractive simulation system called iVatar to plan ...
34	Is a more expensive multifocal lens necessarily better? Not necessarily. The best choice depends on factors such as how often you drive at night, the distance at which you usually read or use your phone, and the health of your cornea and retina. The goal i...