LASIK Surgery
If you are frustrated with your dependence on glasses and contact lenses, you may be searching for a more permanent solution.
LASIK can correct a variety of visual problems, including blurry vision caused by nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
At Choate Eye Associates in Goodlettsville, TN, we provide safe LASIK surgery to Hendersonville, TN, and other areas around Nashville, TN.
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With state-of-the-art technology and a dedication to long-lasting relationships with our patients, our team strives to provide the most comprehensive eye care possible. Get in touch with our practice in Goodlettsville, TN, today to learn more about LASIK, the cost of surgery, and how we can address your nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. We serve patients from Hendersonville and other areas around Nashville and throughout Tennessee at Choate Eye Associates.
Contact us online to ask a question or request a consultation. You can also reach us by phone:
Call: (615) 851-7575
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Joni Kies
2021
My contacts were a complicated order but Dr. Choate worked with me to find a perfect prescription for close up reading and golf!
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2021
The entire staff at Choate are great to work with. Very sensitive and caring. I’ve been going working with this team since 2011 and highly recommend them!
View on GoogleWhat Is LASIK?
Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, or LASIK, is a laser eye surgery that can improve your eyesight. While laser vision correction may not always be able to completely eliminate your need for corrective eyewear, it can greatly reduce dependence. The procedure is safe and quick, with little downtime.
LASIK eye surgery works by reshaping the outermost portion of the eye, known as the cornea, with a laser. This transparent tissue covers the front of the eye, protecting it and helping to focus light onto the retina (the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye). Any irregularities in the shape of the cornea can distort light entering the eye, resulting in fuzzy vision at certain distances. By modifying the cornea’s shape with a laser at our Nashville-area practice, LASIK can correct these errors and help you achieve clear vision at all distances.
What to Expect During LASIK Eye Surgery
Most of our Nashville-area patients notice improved vision within 24 hours of LASIK surgery and make a full recovery within a few days.
LASIK surgery is an outpatient procedure, usually lasting no longer than 10 minutes per eye.
Most patients notice improved vision within 24 hours of LASIK surgery.
"I trust Dr. Choate with all my eye needs" 5-Star Reviews
John Saros
2021
Dr. Choate is extremely knowledgeable and I left feeling like he cared about my vision. His staff is super friendly and laughed at my bad jokes with conviction. 10/10, will go again.
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2021
I've been going to Choate Eye Associates for close to 15 years now. I trust Dr. Choate with all my eye needs, he is always so thorough and they have the most stylish frames around! The staff is always so nice and very helpful.
View on GoogleHave Questions About LASIK? We Can Help You Find the Answer
LASIK eye surgery can greatly improve your quality of life, but you should understand all of the details first. Dr. Choate has over four decades of experience and won’t oversell treatments or pressure you into choosing a more expensive option. He can answer your questions about LASIK, PRK, or any other type of vision correction and provide all the details you need.
Request an appointment with Dr. Choate to discuss any vision issues and learn more about LASIK procedures. You can also submit a question or call our Goodlettsville, TN, office at:
(615) 851-7575
Recovery and Results
The recovery process after LASIK typically lasts several days. You should expect blurry vision and some minor burning or itching immediately after your appointment at our Nashville-area practice. Because your vision will not be clear enough to drive, you will need a family member or friend to escort you home after your appointment.
Most patients notice a significant correction in vision within 24 hours of their LASIK eye surgery, although in some cases it may take longer. You will need to attend a follow-up appointment with our surgeon the day after your procedure, and you can usually return to work and driving at this time.
Some of the side effects you may experience in the days and weeks after LASIK include:
- Glare and halos around lights
- Sensitivity to light
- Dry eyes
- Itchy eyes
What Is the Difference Between LASIK and PRK?
Dr. Choate can recommend which vision corrective surgery is best suited to your needs during your first consultation at our Nashville-area practice.
Like PRK, the first successful laser vision correction procedure, LASIK reshapes the cornea by removing microscopic amounts of tissue from its inner layers. The main difference between the two is how this tissue is accessed. In PRK, the outermost layer of the cornea is removed completely. This is preferable for some patients but also leads to a lengthier recovery and the need for a protective contact lens.
To perform LASIK, Dr. Choate creates a thin, circular, hinged flap on the cornea, which is folded back to allow access to the tissue beneath.
LASIK offers some unique advantages, including:
- Decreased risk of post-surgical infection
- A faster, more comfortable recovery
- No need for bandage contact lenses
Patients should keep in mind, however, that there is a small risk of developing complications related to the flap.
Other Related Treatments
IOL Refractive Surgery
Intraocular lens (IOL) surgery is an alternative to LASIK that offers vision correction by replacing the lens in your eye. Patients who are not eligible for LASIK may still be able to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses and contact lenses through IOL surgery.
Vision Therapy
This non-invasive treatment can be used alongside eyewear or during the post-recovery period of surgery. While vision therapy may not replace the effects of LASIK or other vision correction surgeries, it can help improve your ability to focus on objects and help treat other conditions, like lazy eye.
Financing LASIK Surgery
While most insurance companies may not directly cover the cost of LASIK surgery, some plans may offer discounts for the eye surgery. We also offer payment plans through third-party lenders to break up the cost into affordable monthly payments. Our experienced staff can check your insurance plan and explore other financing options to make LASIK more accessible.
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Heather Cole
2021
I highly, highly, highly recommend Dr Choate and am beyond grateful for his expertise, time and persistence. It is because of him that I can see clearly and function during my day. I am beyond grateful for Dr Choate and his team.
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2021
Unbelievably good....Dr. Choate stays up with the latest and invests in state-of-the-art equipment, his staff are consistently excellent, he takes the time to be very thorough and to be interested in me as an individual as well.
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