Thank You for Scheduling Your Vision Correction Consultation
This guide will help you feel informed and prepared before your appointment. You’ll learn what to expect during your consultation and get an introduction to the vision correction options that may be discussed during your visit.
Meet Dr. Gardiner
In this short video, Dr. Gardiner explains your vision correction options, who may be a candidate, and what to expect from the surgery evaluation and surgery process.
What to expect at your consultation
Plan on spending about 45 minutes with us on the day of your consultation.
We typically do not dilate your eyes at this visit. If you have been out of your contact lenses for one week and decide to schedule surgery, we may be able to complete the dilated portion of your preoperative testing that same day.
During your visit, we will:
Get detailed scans of your eyes
Discuss your lifestyle and vision goals
Learn whether LASIK, EVO ICL, RLE
Review pricing and available financing options
Answer your questions
Your Vision Correction Options
Whether you scheduled your consultation for LASIK, EVO ICL, or refractive lens exchange (RLE), you may discover that more than one option could work for your eyes.
During your consultation, we’ll consider your eye measurements, prescription, lifestyle, and long-term vision goals to help determine which procedure may be the best fit for you.
Custom LASIK
$2,400 per eye | $4,600 for both eyes
LASIK uses advanced laser technology to reshape the cornea so light focuses more accurately inside the eye. It is a well-established option for many patients with healthy corneas and stable prescriptions.
Often considered for patients who:
Ages 18+
Have mild to moderate nearsightedness
Do not have a history of dry eye
Stable prescription for at least one year
EVO ICL
$3,900 per eye | $7,800 for both eyes
EVO ICL uses a thin, customized lens that is placed inside the eye, behind the iris and in front of the natural lens. Unlike LASIK, it corrects vision without removing corneal tissue.
Often considered for patients who:
Have moderate to high nearsightedness
Have thin corneas or dry-eye concerns
Between the ages of 21-45
Would like a reversible solution
Refractive Lens Exchange
$3,900 per eye | $7,800 for both eyes
RLE replaces the eye’s natural lens with an artificial lens selected around the patient’s vision goals. It may be considered for patients experiencing age-related changes in near vision who want to reduce dependence on glasses.
Often considered for patients who:
Are ages 50+
Have become dependant on readers
Want a long-term option that prevents cataracts from developing
Preparing for Your Preoperative Appointment
If LASIK or EVO ICL is recommended and you choose to move forward, you’ll return to our office for a preoperative appointment.
Here’s how to prepare.
Plan for a Break From Contacts
You’ll need to stop wearing contact lenses for one week before your preoperative appointment. This allows us to take the most accurate measurements for your procedure.
Don’t Have Glasses? We Can Help.
We may be able to provide loaner glasses, add temporary lenses to your existing frames, or help you purchase an affordable pair in your current prescription.
Questions about preparing for your appointment? Please call or text our team.
Real Experiences From Our Patients
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I qualify for more than one vision correction procedure?
Yes. Some patients may be candidates for more than one option. If that applies to you, we’ll help you compare the benefits of each based on your eyes and vision goals.
Do I have to decide whether to have surgery at my consultation?
No. The purpose of your consultation is to evaluate your eyes, explain your options, and answer your questions. You may schedule your procedure or take some time to consider your options prior to scheduling.
Are financing options available?
Yes. In house financing is available. HSA or FSA funds may also be used for vision correction expenses
What are the next steps if I want to move forward?
If you would like to schedule your procedure you may speak with our surgery coordinator and choose a date. You will need to return to our office for a pre operative appointment before your procedure date.