LASIK vs. Contact Lenses: Cost Savings

The team at Laser Eye Center is steadfast in our belief that LASIK can enrich your life in countless ways. But as with any big decision, you must ask yourself if you can justify the expense.

If you are on the fence about getting LASIK to eliminate your dependence on contacts, you may want to do a cost analysis of the procedure versus what you currently pay for vision correction.

Cost Analysis

Depending on the type and brand of contacts you wear, you could be paying anywhere from $150 to $1,500 or more per year. The higher your refractive error or the more specialized your contacts are, the more you can expect to pay.

There are other variables to consider. For example, contact cleaning supplies are recurring costs that can add up over time. Also, you must factor in annual visits to an optometrist to keep your prescription up to date. If you have astigmatism or other specialty needs, you may need additional contact lens fittings, too.

Although the one-time cost of LASIK seems high relative to what you would pay for a box of contacts, in the long-term LASIK can save you large amounts of money. Permanently correcting your refractive error liberates you from the expense of contacts, cleaning and maintenance costs. (Not to mention, it gives you freedom from the nuisance and routine of contacts — e.g., regularly ordering new boxes of contacts, cleaning them every night and putting them in first thing in the morning.)

When you look at the big picture, LASIK is a cost-effective option. Over time, you will pay less for LASIK than what you would spend on 30+ years’ worth of contacts and their related expenses.

Own Your Vision

The first step toward clearer, independent vision is to schedule an appointment at Laser Eye Center to find out if you are a candidate. Our team will perform some tests and evaluate your eyes. We will also talk to you about the estimated costs of your LASIK treatment.

We spare no expense to ensure our patients’ safety and satisfaction.

The old adage is true: You get what you pay for. We will never cut corners on patient safety or offer outdated technology to save patients a few bucks. But we assure you that with our world-class laser eye surgeons and leading-edge technology, you will get the most value for your dollar.

We offer transparent, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees.

We do not use bait-and-switch marketing tactics just to get interested candidates in the door. Our team will go over your LASIK cost estimate line by line to ensure you understand what is included in the price.

Financing is available.

We offer a range of practical, convenient financing options to spread your LASIK costs out into low monthly payments. There is a plan to match any budget

To schedule a LASIK consultation with our team, please call (800) 805-2737 or email us today!