6 Signs That LASIK Is Worth Considering

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LASIK has been performed on millions of patients. It may seem like the procedure is too good to be true, but LASIK is proven to be safe and effective for vision correction.

If you are tired of dealing with glasses, contacts, and blurry vision, it might be time to consider LASIK. You might be wary of LASIK due to personal anxieties, its cost, or worries about recovery, but the benefits of LASIK outweigh the concerns.

At Grand Rapids Ophthalmology, we offer our patients LASIK performed with CONTOURA® vision topography, tailoring the procedure to your eyes. Our team of doctors is fellowship-trained and has performed thousands of laser procedures. If you are interested in having LASIK, we can determine if you’re a good candidate and begin the process at your pace.

When to Start Considering LASIK

There is nothing wrong with wearing glasses or contact lenses. For some people, the desire for clear vision and freedom from glasses or contacts makes them wonder if there is something better.

Here are six signs that suggest you might be ready to consider LASIK.

1.    You Crave Freedom

Updating prescriptions and caring for glasses and contacts is an ongoing responsibility, and LASIK can take it off your plate. Getting this procedure means no more searching for your glasses in the morning, as well as no more cleaning and replacing your contact lenses.

2.    Your Lifestyle Calls for Good Sight

Glasses are impractical when participating in sports. Even simple activities like swimming become difficult when you have poor vision.

Glasses can get wet or lost, and swimming in contacts can be unsafe. Glasses and contacts can also get in the way of advancing your career. Those in the military or air force may seek out corrective surgery to pilot or serve without hindrances. LASIK provides the perfect solution: clear vision without boundaries.

3.    You Want to Save Money

LASIK might seem like a significant expense at first, but it pays off quickly. Many patients discover they are saving hundreds of dollars every year after they receive LASIK because they do not have to replace glasses or contacts again. It is important to remember that corrective eye surgery is an investment, not a purchase. Grand Rapids Ophthalmology also offers Laser Vision Financing to make your procedure more affordable.

4.    You Like to Travel

It is normal to forget things while packing, but if you’ve ever misplaced your glasses or contacts on a trip, you know how stressful it can be. Enjoying yourself on vacation is easier when you do not need glasses to admire the view.

5.    You Want to Feel More Confident

Contacts are popular among teenagers because they reduce feelings of self-consciousness. LASIK takes that concept a step further.

If you feel uncomfortable in glasses and hate the hassle of contacts, undergoing a refractive procedure like LASIK can boost your vision and confidence.

6.    You Want to Avoid Discomfort

Are you tired of dry eyes after wearing contact lenses all day? Contacts can leave your eyes feeling dry and itchy after a long day, and ill-fitting glasses can feel uncomfortable. By no longer needing to wear contact lenses, your eyes may also feel less fatigued after having LASIK. If you want clearer eyesight, no matter what season, LASIK gives you that opportunity.

Get a Professional Opinion

Before receiving LASIK, you will undergo a screening process during a LASIK consultation. This helps your ophthalmologist determine if you are a good candidate for LASIK.

It also gives us a chance to explain the process in detail. If you have questions or concerns about the procedure, the eye doctors at Grand Rapids Ophthalmology will help set you at ease.

To learn more about LASIK and find out if it is right for you, schedule a FREE LASIK consultation at Grand Rapids Ophthalmology today.

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Our Locations

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology is pleased to provide top-quality, comprehensive eye care to our patients in the Greater Grand Rapids area. We have 15 conveniently located eye care centers that utilize the latest and most advanced technologies across the entire spectrum of ophthalmology. If you are seeking information about one of our eye care locations please click into our locations page for more information. Hours are subject to change due to upcoming Holidays.

Construction Update: The ramp from US-131 northbound to I-96 westbound is closed and will remain closed through mid-September. Please allow extra travel time and plan routes accordingly to arrive for your appointment on time.

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Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
East Beltline Medical Center
750 East Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(Located on the Southeast corner of East Beltline and Bradford - enter from Bradford)
616.588.6598
Hours
M, W, Th, F: 8am – 5pm
Late Night – T: 8am – 7pm
Sat: 8am – 11am
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am-5pm
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Grandville
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
Rivertown Office Center
4475 Wilson Ave SW
Grandville, MI 49418
(Located on the Northwest corner of 44th St/Rivertown Pkwy and Wilson - enter from Wilson)
616.588.6598
Hours
Tu, W, F: 8am-5pm
Late Nights – M, Th: 8am-7pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am-5pm
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Walker
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology (Located on the upper level)
3300 Walker View Dr
Walker, MI 49544
(Located North of Walker Avenue exit on I-96 – enter on the upper level)
616.588.6598
Hours
M, T, Th, F: 8am-5pm
Late Night – W: 8am-7pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am-5pm
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Cutlerville
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
Corewell Health Care Center
80 68th St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(Located inside the Corewell Helath Care Center on the corner of 68th St and Division)
*Please note there is no exterior signage showing Grand Rapids Ophthalmology at this time.
616.588.6598
Hours
M, W, Th, F: 8am-5pm
Late Night – Tu: 8am-6pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am-5pm
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Rockford
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
Mercy Health Campus
6050 Northland Dr NE, Suite 100
Rockford, MI 49341
616.588.6598
Hours
M, W, Th, F: 8am-5pm
Late Night – Tu: 8am-7pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 7am-5pm
Caledonia
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
Mercy Health Campus
10047 Crossroads Ct SE
Caledonia, MI 49316
616.588.6598
Hours
M, Tu, W, Th, F: 8am-5pm
Closed 12pm-1pm daily
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am-5pm
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East Grand Rapids
Lakeshore Eye
717 Bagley Ave SE
East Grand Rapids, MI 49506
616.588.6575
Hours
M-Th: 8am-5pm
F: Closed (until December 1, 2023)
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Holland
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
Lakeshore Medical Campus
3235 N Wellness Dr, Suite 130
Holland, MI 49424
(Located ¼ mile East of US-31 on the left)
616.994.0477
Hours
M, W, Th: 8am-5pm
F: 7:30am-3:30pm
Late Night – Tu: 8am-7pm
Phones answered Mon thru Thurs 8am-5pm & Fri 7:30am-3:30pm
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Ionia
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
537 W Main St
Ionia, MI 48846
616.527.1640
Hours
M, W, Th, F: 8am-5pm
Late Night – Tu: 8am-7pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am-5pm
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Greenville
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
705 S Greenville W Dr. #Suite 201
Greenville MI 48838
616.754.5667
Hours
M: 7:30am-6pm
Tu, W: 7:30am-4:30pm
Th: 8am-5pm
F: 7:30am-4:30pm
Standale
511 Wilson Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
616.301.8663
Hours
M, W, Th, F: 8am-5pm
Late Night – T: 8am-7pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am – 5pm
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GRO Surgical Center
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Surgical Care Center
750 East Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(Located on Southeast corner of East Beltline and Bradford – enter on the second floor)
616.588.6598
Hours
M, TU, W, Th, F: 8am-5pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 8am-5pm
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Walker Surgical Center
Walker Surgical Center
3300 Walker View Dr
Walker, MI 49544
(Located North of Walker Avenue exit on I-96 – enter on the lower level)
616.588.6570
Hours
M, Tu, W, Th, F: 6am-5pm
Phones answered Mon thru Fri 6am-5pm
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