LASIK Cost in India

The cost of LASIK in India typically ranges from $1,500 to $7,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is laser eye surgery that reshapes the cornea to correct short sight, long sight or astigmatism. The cost usually depends on:

• Laser technology: standard, wavefront-guided, topography-guided or bladeless (femtosecond) LASIK.
• One or both eyes: quotes may be per eye or for both eyes.
• Pre-operative tests: corneal mapping and thickness measurements.
• Follow-up visits: checks in the weeks after surgery.

LASIK prices vary with the technology used. Ask whether the quote is per eye or for both eyes.

The NHS explains that laser eye surgery can correct short sight, long sight and astigmatism. It is usually done privately because glasses and contact lenses are considered effective alternatives.

Suitability depends on a stable prescription, healthy eyes and enough corneal thickness. People with thin corneas, some eye diseases or very high prescriptions may be offered other options, such as lens surgery.

According to the NHS, the procedure usually takes 20 to 30 minutes and is done with numbing eye drops while you are awake. A thin flap is made in the front of the cornea, a laser reshapes the tissue underneath, and the flap is put back.

Most people go home the same day. You will need someone to take you home.

The NHS lists common side effects and possible complications:

• Glare, halos and dry or sore eyes: common, and usually improve within months.
• Under- or over-correction: glasses or a second operation may be needed.
• Rare complications: such as retinal detachment or serious loss of vision.

Reading glasses may still be needed with age, as LASIK does not prevent age-related changes in near vision.