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First you are too young for lasik. Please proceed for lasik after the age of 19, and with also a steady enough power. Secondly, a topography scan to determine your corneal thickness is needed before establishing if you are a suitable candidate. I have been performing lasik for over ten years. I have yet to come across anyone who requires to undergo enhancement for more than one episode. Regression is normally to someone with high power such as -7.00 and above. Lasik eye surgery is rather safe if only you are a suitable candidate. As with any surgery, there is a definite risk incurred. You must be screened for suitability and examined by the doctor personally. (Not the sales team to mislead you to get expensive package deal). If you are a suitable candidate, the risk maybe :- 1.)Dry eyes (temporary) 2.)Regression/ enhancement 3.)Infection (3-5/20,000 for the next 3 weeks) 4.)Flap/ complication of treatment (rare) 5.)Miscellaneous A suitable candidate for Lasik surgery, it depends on:- 1.)Your corneal thickness 2.)Your power 3.)Your age 4.)A centre with a doctor who is examining your eyes personally 5.)Thorough explanation to suit your lifestyle Always insist on seeing the doctor performing the surgery for you. It is the due deligent of him or her to present the risk and benefit to you in detail personally. Dr. Yeoh Phee Liang Consultant Ophthalmologist www.advancevision.net.my