After scheduling a consultation (usually free with many eye clinics), you should know what to expect at a lasik consultation, during the one hour at their facility and numerous tests.

1. First you will fill out some paperwork that states your medical history, current medical condition, vision history, and employment information.

2. You will take a standard vision test, reading letters off of a chart

3. A technician will map the topography of your cornea. They will use a laser or similar device to scan the surface of your eye to make sure you have the amount of eye tissue necessary for surgery.

4. The doctor will likely dilate your eyes and look into your retina with a flashlight. Your eyes may be very sensitive at this point, especially to light. They may even give you some sunglasses to wear on the ride home.

5. The doctor will ask you about your lifestyle, including what types of physical activity you do, and what type of job you have. Depending on how active you are, and how much reading you do, you may be a good candidate, and may need follow-up enhancement surgery in ten or more years (if you do heavy reading).

6. They will go over the exact procedure with you, including what type of technology they use, what options you have, prices, and how the day of the surgery will unfold, step by step.

7. They will give you a chance to ask any questions you have about the procedure, its long term effects, pricing programs, and anything else.

8. You may even have a chance to watch a live surgery in progress (through a glass window). This is the case at Lasikplus San Diego Lasik Surgery center.

At this point, if you wish to proceed with the operation, you can schedule an appointment and make a deposit or full payment. Hopefully this article helped you understand what to expect during a lasik consultation.