Why People Decide not to have Refractive Surgery

Why do some people decide not to get refractive surgery? 👓👁️ Our refractive series continues! Dr. Milad Modabber explores the most common reasons patients hesitate—like fear of surgery, concerns about long-term results, cost, recovery time, or simply feeling satisfied with glasses or contacts. He also shares important facts: ✔️ Candidacy is carefully assessed using advanced diagnostic testing. ✔️ The upfront cost of surgery is often less than the lifetime cost of glasses and contacts. ✔️ Complications are rare—especially with experienced surgeons. ✔️ Long-term outcomes are stable for the vast majority of patients. ✔️ Recovery is fast—most return to work within a day or two. If you’ve ever wondered why someone might hold off on LASIK, SMILE, or PRK—or you’re on the fence yourself, watch this video! #RefractiveSurgery #LASIK #PRK #SMILE #VisionCorrection #Ophthalmology #EyeCare