LASIK was the best thing I've ever done! I did mine in 2007 and haven't had any problems since. The place I did mine offered different warranties in case your eyes deteriorate, they will do it again for you. Since I was 22 and figured my eyes definitely will decline throughout the years I did the lifetime warranty. Most places offer payment plans without interest for a certain amount of time so I'd say just talk to a few different places and see what they offer. The price was depending on how bad your eyes are and the warranty. Mine ended up being 3300. I paid it in 1 year interest free. Also, don't worry about the laser. You don't feel anything. They ask you to focus on the laser but if you eye moves the laser will move with it. Plus they gave me a Valium to help relax. The only discomfort you have is post surgery. You have some burning for a few hours but the Valium made me sleep the whole time so I didn't feel it except when I'd wake up for a second and go back to sleep