Contact lenses are a convenient option for vision correction. Many starting using them without realising there are some risks associated with wearing contact lenses. Studies have found that laser vision correction is as safe as extended contact lens use.
Contact lens wear long term has risks of
The Safety of Laser Vision Correction (LVC)
While both long-term contact lens wear and LASIK or SMILE Pro offer vision correction, the risks associated with contact lenses over time are becoming increasingly evident. Laser Vision Correction surgery, provides a safer and more convenient once off alternative. Laser Vision Correction reduces the chances of eye infections, corneal neovascularization, corneal scarring, and conditions like GPC that contact lens wearers may face when using contact lenses over an extended time..
https://www.ohsu.edu/casey-eye-institute/lasik-vs-contact-lenses
https://ascrs.org/clinical-education/refractive
https://www.aao.org/eyenet/article/lasik-satisfaction-vs-contact-lenses
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