Glasses and Contacts vs. Laser Vision Correction

Surgery is not the only good answer. This guide compares glasses, contacts, and laser vision correction on cost, convenience, risk, lifestyle, and fit.
Guides on alternatives to LASIK vision correction, including other procedures and non-surgical options. Compare approaches to find what fits your needs.

Surgery is not the only good answer. This guide compares glasses, contacts, and laser vision correction on cost, convenience, risk, lifestyle, and fit.

Not a LASIK candidate? You still have options. This guide explains ICL implants — the leading lens-based alternative — plus other options and how to compare them.

PRK is the original laser vision correction procedure — and for some eyes, the better one. This guide explains how PRK differs from LASIK and who it suits.