Of course, as an elective procedure, it's not covered by most insurance policies. As your refractive needs change, you might need additional procedures. Some people experience side effects, such as trouble with night vision, light sensitivity, and glare. And as we age, almost everyone will still need reading glasses. Many eye doctors and consumers find contact lens wear to be a better alternative than refractive surgery.
Contact lenses are relatively inexpensive, non-surgical, convenient, and healthy.
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