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LASIK Eye Surgery in Andheri East: Am I the Right Candidate?

Wondering If LASIK Is Right for You? Let's Talk About It

I get this question almost every day at Aggarwal Eye Hospital: “Doctor, can I get LASIK done?” And I totally understand why you’re asking, wearing glasses in Mumbai’s heat and humidity, or dealing with contact lenses during those long commutes through Andheri… It’s exhausting.

So let me help you figure out if LASIK might work for you. 

Let's Start With the Basics: A Quick Self-Check

Before you book an appointment, here are five honest questions I’d ask you:

Laser Vision Correction Eligibility Checklist 1

How old are you? If you’re 18 or older, that’s a good start. Younger than that, and your eyes are probably still changing, so we need to wait.

Has your glasses number been stable? This is huge. If your power’s been jumping around every few months, we need to wait until it settles, usually about a year of stability. I know it’s frustrating to stay, but doing LASIK on an unstable prescription is like building a house on shifting ground.

Any ongoing eye problems? Active infections, dry eyes, and uncontrolled autoimmune issues, we need to address these first. Your eye health comes before any surgery.

Your cornea will be measured for thickness and shape when you come in. Some people have thinner corneas or irregular shapes, and that’s okay. It just means we might recommend PRK or SMILE instead of LASIK.

Are you pregnant or nursing? If yes, let’s hold off. Hormones do strange things to your vision during this time, and we want to work with your actual, stable prescription.

If you’re nodding along to the first three and aren’t expecting, chances are you’re a candidate. But honestly, the only way to know for sure is to come in and let us take a proper look.

What We’ll Check During Your Screening

The screening takes about 10–15 minutes, and it’s completely non-invasive. We’ll do:

  • A refraction test: Basically confirming your exact power
  • Corneal topography: This creates a detailed map of your cornea’s surface
  • Pachymetry: Measuring corneal thickness (sounds fancy, but it’s painless)
  • A tear film test: To check for dry eye, plus I’ll sit down with you to go through your medical history.

Nothing to stress about. These tests just help me understand your eyes better so I can recommend what’s truly safest for you.

The Things That Actually Matter in Your Decision

Look, I’ve seen hundreds of patients through this process at Aggarwal Eye Hospital, and here’s what I’ve learned really matters:

Stability is everything. If your number isn’t stable, we wait. Period. I’d rather you come back in six months than rush into surgery that won’t last.

Your corneal measurements help us determine which procedure best suits you: LASIK or AN ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE THAT IS SUITABLE FOR YOUR EYES. One isn’t necessarily “better”; it’s about what’s right for your eyes.

Your daily life matters to me. Are you riding a bike through Andheri traffic every day? Working outdoors? Working for hours on the screen? I need to know, because recovery affects everyone differently. Some patients have temporary glare at night or dry eyes for a few weeks. I want you prepared, not surprised.

Cost should be crystal clear. Before you commit to anything, you should know precisely what you’re paying for: the pre-op tests, surgery, medications, all your follow-ups, and whether any future enhancements are covered. No hidden costs, no confusion.

Let's Be Honest About Risks

I won’t sugarcoat this: most people deal with some dryness and see halos around lights at night for the first few weeks. It’s annoying, but it usually settles down. Serious complications, such as infections, are rare but can occur.

When you come to Aggarwal Eye Hospital, I’ll walk you through our complication rates and exactly how we follow up with you after surgery. You deserve to know what you’re getting into, and I’ll answer every question you have, even the ones you think might sound silly. (They’re not foolish, by the way.)

Here’s What I’d Like You to Do

See us at Aggarwal Eye Hospital in Andheri East. Bring your latest prescription if you have it.

During your visit, ask me to show you your topography and pachymetry results. I review every single one personally. I want you to understand your own eyes.

Leave with a written plan: the procedure I’m recommending, what recovery looks like for you specifically, a complete cost breakdown, and when you’ll come back for follow-ups.

Don’t get scared. Give us a call, chat with us on WhatsApp and clear your doubts. We will be happy to answer your questions even before you step into our clinic. 

Your vision matters. Let’s make sure we handle it the right way.