Read Our LASIK Frequently Asked Questions

Laser Vision Correction is a medical out-patient surgery designed to possibly remove or reduce the patient’s dependency on corrective lenses.

There are many types of Laser Vision Correction procedures available. The most popular is LASIK. Other commonly known correction procedures include PRK, LASEK, Laser Surface Treatment, and Intraocular Lenses.

LASIK is a laser eye procedure designed to correct vision issues for both distance and reading vision as well as astigmatisms. Short for “Laser Assisted in-Situ Keratomileusis”, LASIK has been shown to essentially eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses in many patients. LASIK is often preferred over PRK surgery or other options because of its shorter recovery period.

LASIK surgery reshapes the patient’s cornea to reduce the patient’s near-sightedness, far-sightedness or astigmatism. When performed by a properly trained, experienced LASIK surgeon, LASIK enables many patients to live, work and play without corrective lenses.

LASIK surgery relies on the use of anesthetic drops placed in the eyes and is an outpatient procedure. Many patients are able to return to their routines within 24 hours of their procedure.

During LASIK, a thin flap is created. This flap enables the surgeon to reshape the cornea to correct your vision. The flap is then folded back and allowed to heal. LASIK does not require stitches or sutures

Our surgeon performs LASIK surgery out of our Davie Office. Consultations are available for FREE at Pannu Laser & Vision Institute. Imagine waking up and actually SEEing the alarm clock! Or being able to read the bottles in the shower! Schedule your consultation today for LASIK with Pannu Laser!

Ready for your FREE Consultation? If you are interested in Laser Vision Correction, schedule your FREE Consultation at Pannu Laser & Vision Institute today! Call us now at 954-484-0700 to schedule and our LASIK Technicians will contact you!

All surgery procedures carry some inherent risks. LASIK is a surgical procedure. Although serious complications with LASIK are rare, possible side effects include dry eyes, halos, glares and decreased night vision. Many instances of side effects are related to pre-existing conditions, but anything is possible.

The desired result of any vision correction procedure is to reduce your need for glasses, but 20/20 vision is not guaranteed.

To improve your chances of receiving an optimal result from your procedure, be sure to research your eye surgeon prior to selecting your surgeon. Be sure he specializes in laser eye correction and performs many surgeries (as opposed to a surgeon that does them “occasionally” or “once in a while”).

According to the Eye Surgery Education Council, 90 percent of patients who undergo LASIK surgery are able to drive a car or play sports without corrective eyewear.

LASIK laser eye surgery will not prevent degenerative eye diseases (such as presbyopia or macular degeneration).

If you have a pre-existing condition, it may or may not be complicated by laser vision correction procedures. Your best option is to come in for your FREE Consultation, where we can examine your eyes, discuss your condition and your laser vision correction options.

Ready for your FREE Consultation? If you are interested in Laser Vision Correction, schedule your FREE Consultation at Pannu Laser & Vision Institute today! Call us now at 954-484-0700 to schedule and our LASIK Technicians will contact you!

Generally, most patients are candidates for LASIK if all of the following apply:

• At least 18 years of age or older
• Have healthy and disease free eyes
• Have a stable glasses’ prescription for at least one year
• Have a prescription up to -11.00 diopters of nearsightedness, up to +5.00 of farsightedness, or an astigmatism of up to 5.00 diopters.
• Have personally researched, are aware of and have considered the benefits and risks of LASIK
• Have a general knowledge of LASIK alternatives
• Have realistic expectations about your LASIK results

If you have any questions, or if you are not sure about any of the above, feel free to come in for a Free Consultation at Pannu Laser where we can address all your questions and concerns.

While many people are candidates for LASIK surgery, some people may not be. Individuals who have corneal diseases that causes weakening of the cornea, such as keratoconus, or have a corneal surface disease, may not be good candidates for LASIK. Patients with thinner corneas, certain immune diseases or collagen vascular diseases might not be candidates.

Feel free to come in if you still have LASIK questions! Patient care is our number one priority and it is important that your questions are answered. Schedule your appointment at Pannu Laser today! Call 954-484-0700 today!

Possibly. Patients who have had previous eye surgeries, such as radial keratotomy, cataract or glaucoma surgery, might be candidates for LASIK.

We recommend stopping by for your FREE Consultation where we can discuss your previous surgeries and available options! We would be happy to sit down with you to discuss your concerns and answer your questions.

Maybe. There is still a very good chance you are a candidate for LASIK if the scars are not in the line of sight/vision. We can make sure once you come in for your FREE consultation.

We recommend stopping by for your FREE Consultation where we can discuss your previous surgeries and available options! We would be happy to sit down with you to discuss your concerns and answer your questions. Call us now and our LASIK Technicians will contact you!

Dr. Mutyala received the “Patient’s Choice Award” years 2010-2022 and was recognized as one of “America’s Top Ophthalmologists by the Consumers Research Council of America for fourteen years in a row (2002-2022). Early in his career, Dr. Mutyala performed cutting edge research that was published in medical journals and presented at both international and national eye conferences. Dr. Mutyala was trained at the Mayo Clinic and continued his LASIK specialization under Dr. Marguerite McDonald, the surgeon who performed the world’s first laser vision correction surgeries on patients.

Dr. Mutyala is committed to his patients and committed to excellence. Dr. Mutyala provides premium patient care through the combination of his experience with over 100,000 LASIK surgeries, proven LASIK instrumentation, and a well-trained and experienced staff.

Dr. Mutyala is an experienced LASIK eye surgeon in South Florida. He has helped thousands of patients improve their vision through his advanced laser eye procedures and patient care. With over 100,000 LASIK surgeries, SEE what Pannu Laser can do for you! Don’t wait! Schedule your FREE Consultation today! Call 954-484-0700 now!

Other providers have one fixed price regardless how small your prescription and do not check your eyes to determine your individual needs. They provide their fixed price on the phone or on their website, charging the same rate even if your prescription is minor. Some providers advertise low prices as a teaser price or a “starting price” that most patients do not qualify for. The end cost is often many times higher as they pile on additional costs and fees. These centers often do not provide information on your surgeon’s qualifications, experience nor an opportunity to even know your surgeon’s name. In many cases at those centers, the surgeon has minimal experience and is often a contractor that comes in for the day.

Pannu Laser &Vision Institute is different. We measure Your eyes, and take your prescription, your eye health and your needs into consideration when customizing your treatment and price point.

Pannu Laser ensures you know exactly who your LASIK surgeon will be- our only LASIK surgeon, Dr. Srini Mutyala. Dr. Mutyala performs all of our LASIK surgeries. When a friend recommends you have your LASIK at PLVI, you can rest assured you will receive the same personable treatment they did, by the exact same surgeon. Dr. Mutyala is a premier LASIK eye surgeon in South Florida, having personally performed over 100,000+ LASIK procedures in South Florida alone. Dr. Mutyala will be your surgeon. He has helped thousands of patients improve their vision through his advanced laser eye procedures and patient care.

Ready for your FREE Consultation? If you are interested in Laser Vision Correction, schedule your FREE Consultation at Pannu Laser & Vision Institute today! Call us now at 954-484-0700 to schedule and our LASIK Technicians will contact you!

Yes.

Soft Contact Lens Wearers: Stop wearing your soft contact lenses at least four (4) days prior to your LASIK surgery, unless otherwise advised by your doctors.

Gas Permeable Lens Wearers: Unless otherwise advised by your doctors, stop wearing your lenses at least three (3) weeks before your surgery.

Glasses: It is okay to continue to wear your glasses.

Each person responds differently to LASIK based on their original prescription, shape of the eye, age, etc.

Your first post-operation check-up should be scheduled the day after your scheduled LASIK eye surgery to review your progress and recommend additional treatment(s), if any.

Many patients have both eyes corrected on the same time. Your vision will be hazy at first. Many patients are able to return to work the next day, while some wait several days before their vision clears up. Most of our patients have their surgery on a Thursday, and are able to return to work on Monday (unless they are in a profession that requires perfect and precise vision). Some patients with elevated prescriptions, extreme dehydration, or other factors may take several months prior to full recovery.

Most people describe feeling a medium pressure on their eye during the procedure. Before your LASIK, your eyes will be numbed with local anesthesia in the form of eye drops. You will be awake during the procedure. After LASIK, some patients experience gritty, watery, and scratchy eyes for a brief time-these side effects often subside quickly.

Our lasers have eye trackers that move and follow your eyes. At the beginning of surgery, Dr. Mutyala focuses the laser on your eye, enabling both him and the laser to follow any of your slight eye movements during the surgery.

If you move your eye significantly, our surgeon, Dr. Mutyala, will guide you back to the appropriate position. The LASIK technology we use includes built-in safeguards that allow us to start and stop laser eye surgery as necessary to accommodate any movements.

Learn more during your FREE Consultation! If you have questions or are interested in Laser Vision Correction, schedule your FREE Consultation at Pannu Laser & Vision Institute today! Call us now at 954-484-0700 to schedule – or fill out the form and our LASIK Technicians will contact you!

The actual LASIK surgery typically takes 10-15 minutes, approximately five (5) minutes per eye. However, you will be at the surgery for around two (2) full hours on the day of your surgery. Pannu Laser & Vision Institute will use this time to explain the procedure, discuss any additional questions you may have, re-measure your eyes, and provide rest time immediately following the procedure.

No, do NOT drive home after LASIK. You will not be able to see and not able to drive. You may also be drowsy.

Plan on having a friend or family member come with you or have someone drop you off and pick you up.

The results typically last a lifetime, but some patients may regress or need a second touch-up or treatment to obtain their best vision. This depends on a number of factors, including your age, higher than average prescription, have astigmatism or other factors.

Typically, there is no charge for enhancements (second treatments) within the first year and if needed most people have their enhancement about three months to six months after their first surgery. If you have a higher than average prescription, or more astigmatism, or are older than the typical patient, you are more likely to need an enhancement.

Dry eyes and night glare are the two most common side effects of LASIK.

Most people experience one or both for the first month after surgery. This is common as part of the healing process.

In rare cases, some patients may experience this for longer periods of time. This is a risk of LASIK. In most of these cases, the side effects often subside. In some they do not.

The cost of LASIK surgery varies patient to patient. It is dependent on a number of factors, including age, prescription and pre-existing conditions such as astigmatism or scarring. During your FREE Consultation, we will measure your eyes, go through these factors and provide you with a price for LASIK BEFORE you spend anything.

Note On Free Spending Account Users: Note that you can come in for your FREE Consult to find out your cost and then allocate funds to your FSA account.

Find out your cost during your FREE Consultation! If you are interested in Laser Vision Correction, schedule your FREE Consultation at Pannu Laser & Vision Institute today!

Pannu Laser & Vision Institute accepts most major credit cards, cash and checks to pay for LASIK Surgery.

Insurance: Most insurance plans do not cover LASIK surgery. If you believe your insurance covers LASIK, feel free to bring your insurance information and we will happily check for you.

Flex Spending Plans: Flex Spending plans can be used for laser vision correction procedures like LASIK! Use your Flex Spending plan to pay for your LASIK eye surgery and save up to 40% (when you calculate your tax savings)! Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs) can save you money by decreasing the taxes you pay. Money placed into a FSA account is exempt from federal taxes, state taxes and Social Security tax, therefore saving you money! Ask your employer for programs that allow you to set aside pre-tax dollars and let “Uncle Sam” pay part of your LASIK surgery.

Many companies allow you to spend the money in your FSA account at any time during the year. Check with your company to find out more about your Flex Plans options and enroll! In the interim, schedule your FREE consultation to determine how much you should put aside!

Company Payment Plans: Some companies offer partial payment plans for LASIK surgery. For details or questions, please contact your employer.

Financing Options: Pannu Laser& Vision Institute may offer financing to qualified patients to finance their LASIK treatment via Care Credit. These plans may include0 % interest plans dependent on your specific financial situation. Please refer to our Payment Options Section or contact us for more information. Schedule your FREE Consultation today and we can check your financing options for you.

Additional Potential Tax Advantages: LASIK may be a deductible medical expense, saving you more money in tax savings. Please consult your tax advisor or accountant for details.

Other providers have one fixed price regardless how small your prescription and do not check your eyes to determine your individual needs. They provide their fixed price on the phone or on their website, charging the same rate even if your prescription is minor. Some providers advertise low prices as a “teaser price” or a “starting price” that most patients do not qualify for. The end cost is often many times higher as they pile on additional costs and fees. These centers often do not provide information on your surgeon’s qualifications, experience nor an opportunity to even know your surgeon’s name. In many cases at those centers, the surgeon has minimal experience and is often a contractor that comes in for the day.

Dr. Mutyala is the experienced LASIK eye surgeon in South Florida. He has helped thousands of patients improve their vision through his advanced laser eye procedures and patient care. With over 50,000 LASIK surgeries, SEE what Pannu Laser can do for you!

Choosing a LASIK surgeon is one of the most important decisions you will make.

It is important you select a surgeon that is experienced and specializes in LASIK surgery. While every surgery has inherent risks, selecting a skilled and experienced surgeon will help minimize risks and ensure you receive good care in the event you have a complication.

Dr. Mutyala specializes in laser vision correction, especially LASIK. He and his staff are committed to our patients and to excellent patient care. Dr. Mutyala provides premium patient care through a combination of his extensive training in vision correction (including his residency at Mayo Clinic and fellowship under the first LASIK surgeon in the world) and his experience with over 100,000 LASIK surgeries. His use of proven LASIK instrumentation and a well-trained and experienced staff enhances patient’s experiences at Pannu Laser & Vision Institute.

Dr. Mutyala received the “Patient’s Choice Award” in 2010-2022 and was recognized as one of “America’s Top Ophthalmologists” from 2002-2022 by the Consumers Research Council of America. Earlier in his career, Dr. Mutyala performed cutting edge research that was published in medical journals and presented at both international and national eye conferences.

Dr. Mutyala specializes in LASIK surgery and will be your LASIK surgeon.He is the only laser vision correction surgeon we use. He is one of the most experienced LASIK eye surgeons in South Florida. Dr. Mutyala has helped thousands of patients improve their vision through his advanced laser eye procedures and patient care. SEE what Pannu Laser can do for you!

For more information on Dr. Mutyala, please visit his biography page entitled “Meet Dr. Mutyala“.

Think you are getting the same surgeon who did the advertised celebrity’s surgery? Ask again.

Pannu Laser & Vision Institute is different. We measure Your eyes, and take your prescription, your eye health and your needs into consideration when customizing your treatment and price point.

Pannu Laser ensures you know exactly who your LASIK surgeon will be- Dr. Srini Mutyala. Dr. Mutyala performs all of our LASIK surgeries. When a friend recommends you have your LASIK at PLVI, you can rest assured you will receive the same personable treatment they did, by the exact same surgeon. Dr. Mutyala is a premier LASIK eye surgeon in South Florida, having personally performed over 100,000+ LASIK procedures in South Florida alone. Dr. Mutyala will be your surgeon. He has helped thousands of patients improve their vision through his advanced laser eye procedures and patient care.

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Pannu Laser &Vision Institute’s LASIK consultants spend time with each and every patient, reviewing their laser vision correction options. We discuss the risks, benefits, process and procedure with you in detail and answer all your questions. Feel free to ask anything! Plus, consultations are FREE.

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Our surgeon, Dr. Mutyala, performs LASIK surgery and all laser vision correction procedures out of our Davie Office. Dr. Mutyala specializes in LASIK eye surgery and corrective vision procedures. He is committed to his patients and committed to excellence. Dr. Mutyala provides premium patient care through the combination of this experience with over 50,000 LASIK surgeries in South Florida, proven LASIK instrumentation and a well-trained and experienced staff.

Imagine waking up and actually SEEing the alarm clock! Or being able to read the bottles in the shower! Why wait? Schedule your consultation today for LASIK with Pannu Laser!

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