(Speaking) Waxler says the agency should have provided better oversight and employed tougher standards for dealing with adverse effects of LASIK.

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A review of LASIK studies worldwide shows that 95 percent of those who have had LASIK surgery are happy with the results.

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Some people have lost their jobs and can no longer perform basic functions, such as driving due to bad outcomes from LASIK.

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The U.S.military considers Lasik so safe, the procedure is often performed on troops about to be deployed.

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(Speaking) With LASIK,doctors use a laser to permanently change the shape of the cornea to improve vision.

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"Sometimes I think instead of asking how many LASIK procedures you have done, you should actually ask the doctor, how many have you turned away."

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In addition,the agency requires the makers of machinery used in LASIK to meet certain standards before the agency will approve any new lasers used in this surgery.

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But some people who have undergone LASIK are left with permanently damaged vision.

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In the meantime,Morris Waxler has advice for those thinking about having LASIK.

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