Lasik eye Surgery

Fussytassy

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I just went to SNEC for suitability assessment for lasik. A bit taken aback as the results were not optimal and little risk that cornea may be weakened by lasik and may protrude out over time, affecting eyesight. Dr Rosman discussed alternatives on ICL too and of course the side effects of early cataract and glaucoma which sounded all scary too. Does anyone know if SNEC has a more Conservative approach for clearance compared to private clinics? The cost seemed very high at 15k. Is SNEC using visian lens for ICL? I'm considering going for 2nd opinion at Dr Cheryl Lim or EEE. Any referral code will be much appreciated!!
 

Evetheevil

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I just went to SNEC for suitability assessment for lasik. A bit taken aback as the results were not optimal and little risk that cornea may be weakened by lasik and may protrude out over time, affecting eyesight. Dr Rosman discussed alternatives on ICL too and of course the side effects of early cataract and glaucoma which sounded all scary too. Does anyone know if SNEC has a more Conservative approach for clearance compared to private clinics? The cost seemed very high at 15k. Is SNEC using visian lens for ICL? I'm considering going for 2nd opinion at Dr Cheryl Lim or EEE. Any referral code will be much appreciated!!
I don't know if this helps.

I've been recommended to do ICL at EEC. High myopia and high astig so lasik procedure was ruled out immediately.

EEC recommended me to do cross linking first to strengthen the eyeball, wait for it to stabilise (by checking eye topography during doctor reviews), then do the ICL procedure after 1 - 3 months.

the side effects you stated were also mentioned by the doctor, but they said it's a very small possibility

They also stressed this is a reversible operation unlike lasik - so by the age of 65 or sth, you can take out if there are other conditions preventing the continued use of ICL lens

using STAAR ICL toric lens for EEC, my costs is estimated to be 13K after deducting referral benefits (cross linking plus ICL)
 

Super Summer

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I just did my assessment for lasik suitability but unfortunately, my result showed that I am not a suitable candidate for lasik due to large pupil size so ICL was recommended to me, and I was told that for my case, side effects such as halos, glares and sensitivity to light might be getting worse after ICL. So now I am considering to seek for second opinion.

Does anyone have the same problem?
 

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Hi All,
looking for referral codes for ECC or any other clinics for lasik.

thanks in advance!
 

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Hi everyone,

After doing some research, I'm kinda leaning towards doing ICL at Atlas Eye Centre with Dr Chan. Tried searching the thread but seems not much info. Google search and reviews have all been quite positive. Thought I'd post here to see if anyone can share their experience.

Thanks in advance!!
 

ozy615

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I just made a booking for assessment at SNEC. 400 degree. I want to get rid of spectacles.
Did not do much research as I thought it would be a simple Lasik/Smile surgery and the tech is already matured.
I was assigned Consultant Dr Daniel Chua as I did not have a preferred doctor.

After I read the thread, I understand there are instances surgery are not straightforward depending on the eyes' conditions. Will update again.
 
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