The superb visual outcomes enjoyed by LASIK patients at Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute are the result of
- Our surgeons' skill
- Incredible attention to the smallest details of the procedure
- Experience gained in tens of thousands of cases
- Our relentless pursuit of excellence
Our
LASIK Success Rates are based on follow-up data provided by hundreds of family eye doctors who have entrusted us with the care of their patients.
To more accurately calculate your probable outcome of LASIK at Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute, enter your corrective lens prescription in the
Success Rate Calculator.
Your glasses prescription is made up of three numbers. The first number indicates the amount of nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia). The second number indicates the amount of astigmatism. The third number indicates the angle of the astigmatic imperfections on the cornea.
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0.00 to -16.00 |
| Farsightedness |
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0.00 to +3.00 |
| Astigmatism |
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0.00 to -6.00 |
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Low |
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Moderate |
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High |
| Nearsightedness |
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0.00 to -3.00 |
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-3.00 to -6.00 |
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-6.00 and above |
| Farsightedness |
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0.00 to +3.00 |
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+3.00 to +6.00 |
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+6.00 and above |
| Astigmatism |
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0.00 to -1.00 |
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-1.00 to -3.00 |
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-3.00 and above |
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The results of LASIK can vary widely between laser centers. However, without accurate outcome statistics to compare, there is no way to know the difference until after it is too late. Patients who achieve even mediocre success with LASIK are often delighted with their improved vision. But, they may not realize that their results could have been much, much better in the hands of a more highly skilled surgeon.