The Best LASIK in Utah is Only at Moran
LASIK Costs
$2,000—$2,400
(per eye)
Learn about payment options & insurance coverage for LASIK. Or call 801-587-1872 to learn more about pricing.
The John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah offers the best LASIK eye surgery in the state. We have the largest ophthalmology clinical care and research facility in the Mountain West, and our doctors use the latest technology to make sure you receive the best possible care. The most advanced methods in the industry are available near you—right here in Utah.
Highly Trained Surgeons
Our physicians have completed the highest levels of training. Your doctor will answer your questions and walk you through the necessary steps at each appointment.
Competitive, Comprehensive Pricing
Our fees include screening visits, surgery, 4-6 post-operative visits, and touch-up surgery if needed within one year following surgery. You may also be able to take advantage of reduced pricing related to research if studies are available and to use health savings and flexible spending account funds toward your procedure.
Proven Technology
We conduct thorough eye measurements before your surgery to ensure accuracy and use only technologies and techniques that have produced the best results over time, like our WaveLight Refractive Suite and Contoura Vision topography-guided LASIK.
Better Outcomes
More than 90 percent of LASIK and PRK patients at Moran have 20/20 or better vision after their surgery.
Careful Screening
Our physicians propose the best solutions for each patient. This means our surgeons will recommend surgery only if they're confident that you will benefit from it.
By choosing Moran, you’re choosing a higher quality of care. Please call 801-581-2352 to speak to a refractive counselor.
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Frequently Asked Questions About LASIK
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LASIK uses laser technology to precisely reshape the cornea, which treats vision problems in people who have nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism, or a combination of these conditions. LASIK allows many patients have their vision restored up to, or better than, 20/20.
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About 10 minutes or less per eye. You can expect to be at the laser center for one hour on the day of your procedure.
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We use a device to keep your eye open during the procedure. This device is a lid holder that gently holds your lids open during the procedure. Our physicians will make sure you are positioned correctly. The laser also tracks your eye throughout the procedure to adjust to your movements.
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The correction is permanent, but it’s important to understand your eyes can change as you age.
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For one week after surgery, you shouldn’t:
- go swimming,
- get into a hot tub,
- wear eye makeup,
- rub your eyes (make sure to sleep in a protective shield to keep yourself from rubbing your eyes)
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LASIK uses a precise femtosecond laser to create a flap from the top layer of the cornea. The flap is gently folded back, then an Excimer laser uses cool ultraviolet light to sculpt the mid cornea under a protective layer of tissue. Once your surgeon repositions the flap, the procedure is complete.
Since the surface cells of your eyes heal more quickly than any other body part, visual recovery usually occurs within 24 hours and there is minimal discomfort after surgery.
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You will be awake during the procedure, but your doctor will numb your eyes with a topical anesthetic to limit discomfort. After surgery, you can use over-the-counter pain medications.
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All surgical procedures carry risks that your doctor will discuss with you. But LASIK is one of the most common surgical procedures performed and has one of the highest patient satisfaction rates of any elective surgery at 96 percent.
At the John A. Moran Eye Center, more than 90 percent of patients who have LASIK and PRK surgeries have 20/20 or better vision after their surgery.
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You can return to work the next day after your surgery.
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LASIK isn’t covered by insurance, but you can use flexible spending and health savings account funds.
Am I a Candidate for LASIK?
LASIK is a medical procedure that improves your vision by using a laser. In order to be a candidate for LASIK, you must meet specific criteria involving refractive errors, corneal thickness, and pupil size. You must also meet basic health and age criteria to help you achieve the best possible vision.
A LASIK candidate:
- Should be between 21 and 50 years old
- Must not have certain systemic diseases, like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, collagen vascular disorders, and uncontrolled diabetes
- Should be in generally good eye health
- Must not currently be pregnant or nursing
- No Accutane use within the past three months
The best way to find out if you're a candidate for LASIK is to have a thorough examination by a qualified refractive surgeon.
Before Your Refractive Surgery Vision Screening
Soft contact lens patients: If you are wearing soft contact lenses, please remove them from your eyes one week before your screening.
Gas permeable or hard contact lens patients: If you are wearing gas permeable contact lenses or PMMA hard lenses, please remove them from your eyes two weeks before your examination.
During Your Screening
Our surgeon will:
- Examine your eyes
- Tell you about your treatment options
- Answer any questions you might have
To schedule a refractive surgery vision consultation, please call 801-581-2352 or click the link below to schedule online.
Online LASIK/Vision Correction Screening Scheduling
What to Expect at Your Free LASIK Screening
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Cost & Payment Options
The Moran Eye Center offers several cost and payment options for LASIK and PRK surgery.
