Bolt Eye Group · LASIK & Laser Vision Correction
Thinking about LASIK? Start here.
We check whether your eyes are a good fit for laser vision correction, connect you with a refractive surgeon, and take care of you before and after your procedure.
We doExams to see if it’s right for you, and care before and after surgery
SurgeryBy a partner refractive surgeon
OphthalmologistDr. Jonathan Woolfson, MD, Johnson City
Is it right for you?
A careful exam comes first.
Not every eye is a good fit for laser surgery. Your corneas must be healthy and thick enough, and your prescription must be stable. Dry eye or keratoconus (a thinning, cone-shaped cornea) must be ruled out or treated first.
Corneal mapping
We measure the shape and thickness of your corneas with corneal topography.
Prescription stability
We confirm your prescription has stopped changing.
Eye health check
We look for dry eye, keratoconus, cataracts and other problems that affect results.
Your options
Types of laser vision correction.
LASIK
The surgeon creates a thin flap in the cornea, reshapes the tissue under it with a laser, and lays the flap back down. Vision usually improves quickly.
PRK
The laser reshapes the surface of the cornea with no flap. Healing takes longer, but it can be a better choice for thinner corneas or certain jobs and sports.
Monovision
One eye is set for distance and one for near. It’s an option for people over 40. We often try it with contact lenses first so you can see how it feels.
How we work with your surgeon
Your Bolt Eye Group team before and after.
We do not perform laser surgery in our offices. We work with experienced refractive surgeons. In Johnson City, Dr. Jonathan Woolfson, MD, an ophthalmologist, is part of our team and also sees patients by in-office telehealth.
- An exam to see if laser surgery is right for you, with corneal mapping, at your Bolt Eye Group office
- Referral to the surgeon, with your records sent ahead
- Follow-up visits after surgery to check healing and vision
- Dry eye care before and after, if you need it
Questions
Laser vision correction questions.
Do I need to stop wearing contacts before my exam?
Usually yes, because contact lenses change the shape of the cornea. Your doctor will tell you how long to leave them out before your measurements.
Is LASIK covered by insurance?
Laser vision correction is usually elective and not covered by medical insurance. Some vision plans offer a discount. HSA/FSA funds may be used.
Will I still need reading glasses?
LASIK corrects distance vision but does not stop presbyopia, the normal age-related loss of near focus after 40. Monovision is one way to help with that.
Five offices · Book online any time
Book a LASIK consultation
Pick your office to book online, or call or text us. Same-day visits are available for red, painful or injured eyes, on the days each office is open.
575 Professional Dr Suite 100
Mon – Thu · 9 – 5
Every other Sat · 9 – 2 (by appointment)
678-993-2020
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131 Upper Riverdale Rd
Thu & Fri · 8 – 5
770-994-9913
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We accept VSP, EyeMed, Medicare and most major medical plans (BCBS, Aetna, UHC, Cigna, Humana), plus Davis, Spectera and other vision plans. HSA/FSA cards and CareCredit welcome.