LASIK & Refractive Surgery Co-Management

Discover a Whole New World With LASIK and Other Refractive Surgeries

Wish you could see the world more clearly without having to rely on your glasses or contact lenses?

Refractive eye surgery may be the perfect solution for you!

With LASIK, you’ll enjoy clear vision, all day, everyday — without any need for corrective eyewear.

Have any of the following?

Myopia/nearsightedness–difficulty seeing faraway objects
Hyperopia/farsightedness–difficulty seeing near objects
Astigmatism–blurred perception of near and far objects

Gone are the days of foggy, rain-speckled lenses. LASIK will give you the clear vision you desire and the confidence you deserve.

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What is LASIK and Refractive Surgery Co-Management?

LASIK and other refractive surgeries are delicate, and it can all feel overwhelming. That's why we work together with the eye surgeon to provide you with the best outcome in the most efficient manner.

We'll provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision and determine whether you're a candidate for refractive eye surgery. If so, we'll refer you to the ophthalmologist for surgery. Following surgery, we'll provide post-operative care to make sure you maintain healthy, clear vision.

Getting co-managed for LASIK and other refractive surgeries is an advantage, as you benefit from the expertise of two medical experts who work together to provide you with the best eye surgery results possible.

Contact Comprehensive Eye Care - Centerville in Centerville to schedule a consultation and find out if LASIK (or other refractive surgeries) is right for you.

How LASIK and Other Refractive Surgeries Improve Vision

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Have trouble seeing near or far away? The source of the problem may be the curvature of your cornea. An irregular corneal shape affects the way light hits the retina–which sends visual signals to the brain.

LASIK and other refractive surgeries change the shape of your cornea to offer you clear vision, without the need for contacts and glasses. After the surgery, you'll be able to swim, shower and play sports without a second thought about your eyesight.

LASIK & Refractive Surgery Benefits

Highly effective

There is a reason LASIK is so popular–96% of patients report satisfaction after this procedure.
Works quickly

You may see results from LASIK or other refractive surgery quickly–sometimes as soon as a day or two after the treatment.
Minimal discomfort

You are unlikely to feel any pain during the procedure thanks to the numbing drops. Also, you won’t need stitches or bandages after surgery.
Quick recovery time

Compared to other eye surgeries, LASIK has a relatively quick recovery time. Although the speed varies from patient to patient, you may feel like yourself again in as little as 6 to 12 hours.

How to Prepare for LASIK and Other Refractive Surgery

Stop wearing contact lenses–your eye doctor will tell you how soon before surgery to wear glasses instead of contacts.
Understand the procedure–talk to your eye doctor about what to expect.
Arrange a ride–you won’t be able to drive home from the clinic, so coordinate with a friend or relative.
Arrive with a fresh, clean face–don’t apply eye makeup and avoid wearing heavy lotions or perfumes before the procedure.

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What to Expect from the Treatment

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The eye surgeon will apply numbing drops to your eye.
They will keep your eyes open with a device .
The eye surgeon will make a small flap in the surface of your cornea with a laser or microkeratome–a precision surgical instrument.
You will look directly at a light while the eye surgeon reshapes your cornea.
The surgeon will place the flap back in place so it can heal.

LASIK and Refractive Surgery After-Care

Apply eye drops as directed by your eye doctor.
Rest your eyes as much as possible in the ensuing days.
Avoid rubbing your eyes.
You may return to your regular activities including driving, after a few days.
Go to all post-operative eye examinations.
You may experience blurry vision after surgery. This should go away, but if it persists after several months, discuss it with your Comprehensive Eye Care - Centerville eye doctor.

Lasik Refractive Surgery FAQs

Will I still need to wear glasses after LASIK?

The satisfaction rate is very high for post-LASIK and refractive surgery patients. That said, whether you’ll still need corrective eyewear after surgery depends on your eye condition, how well your cornea responded to surgery, and the healing process.

What are some eye problems that LASIK and refractive surgery can't correct?

LASIK and refractive surgery are specifically designed to correct refractive errors caused by an irregular shaped cornea. It can’t solve the following:

Amblyopia–lazy eye
Cataracts–cloudy patch on the surface of the lens
Glaucoma–damage to the optic nerve caused by pressure inside the eye
Keratoconus–weak or thin cornea that bulges forward

Can LASIK or other refractive surgeries have negative effects?

No procedure is completely free of possible risks and complications and the same is true of LASIK and refractive surgery. Some of these include:

Dry eye symptoms
Double or blurry vision
Flap problems including infection
Vision undercorrection or overcorrection

If you experience any of these. Contact Comprehensive Eye Care - Centerville right away.

Will I have to have LASIK and refractive surgery again?

Usually, LASIK or refractive surgery is successful the first time around. However, if the problem persists after the treatment, the eye surgeon may repeat the surgery.

Contact Comprehensive Eye Care - Centerville in Centerville today to learn more about LASIK and other refractive surgeries and to find out if you're a candidate.

Meet our Lasik Refractive Surgery Doctors

Mark Bashore O.D.

Molly O'Neill O.D.

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- Nov. 26, 2025

I am very grateful for Dr. O'Neill and the staff at Comprehensive EyeCare. I have not seen this clea... Show Morerly in years and I am constantly noticing details around me that were previously lost in haze. My first day wearing my trial contact lenses, I was stunned that Dr. O'Neill was able to dial-in my prescription so precisely. I honestly didn’t think it was possible for my vision to be this sharp and functional. I had not been to the optometrist in several years. Around 8 years ago, my optometrist had so harshly overcorrected my vision, reading and writing at a normal arms length’s distance was impossible. When I told to this to my optometrist, I was told to get a pair of readers. It did not make any sense for me to wear readers while doing office work only to take them off to drive home and then put the readers back on when doing work at home. This would have required me to somehow to put readers on top of my new glasses, which were the same prescription. When I explained my frustration. My optometrist just shrugged and repeated, “You need readers”. I just wore my old pair of glasses for a year. My next optometrist took one look at my prescription and diagnosed the overcorrection. I had a couple of blissful years of clear vision and productivity, until I lost my insurance. The treatment at the front desk became more terse. My optometrist’s “small talk” began to veer into the “freeloaders leeching off society are destroying this country” direction. I got the message and moved on. I found another optometrist. I made an appointment for three months in the future and I felt lucky to get it. On the morning of the appointment, a staffer called me and told me that my insurance was not accepted (even though it had be listed and accepted as an option in the on-line booking process). The staffer then informed me that if I wanted to get my eyes checked, I could pay $300 out of pocket, or I could go elsewhere. Honestly, I was not expecting much when I made the appointment with Dr. O'Neill. After being treated as a burdensome obligation by my previous eye care establishment, it felt a little unusual to be treated in a decent and professional manner. I was able to get some excellent contact lenses, and thanks to some extra work by Ms. C., who managed to find me extra savings, a fantastic pair of glasses.