Is LASIK Worth The Cost? A Year-By-Year Breakdown
Thinking about having a LASIK procedure done to correct your vision? Many people who have had a LASIK procedure agree that it's well worth the cost. Over time, a LASIK procedure will pay for itself, especially if you typically wear high quality contact lenses. Let's take a look at how the average cost of a LASIK procedure compares to the cost of typical use of glasses and contacts. Vision correction method Cost per year Cost after 10 years Cost after 20 years LASIK One-time cost, approximately $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 Daily contacts $1,000, plus solution, cases, and appointments to re-certify prescription $10,000 $20,000 Monthly contacts $600, plus solution, cases, and appointments to re-certify prescription $6,000 $12,000 Glasses $200/ pair, plus regular appointments to check prescripti