Lasik Eye Surgery

Editor: Miss Fitness About Lasik Eye Surgery   What is Lasik?   Is Lasik Right For You?   The Cost of Lasik   Is Lasik Dangerous?   Custom Lasik   Bladeless Lasik   How to Pick a Surgeon   How to Prepare for Lasik   What to expect During Lasik   What to expect After Lasik What Happens After LASIK? There is some minor discomfort after Lasik Eye Surgery. Instead of the healing of incisions, healing from LASIK surgery is accompanied by more burning and itching. It's crucial not to scratch or try to cool the area, as any touching of the eye could undo the surgery completely. So its more of an annoyance than anything...

Within 24-48 hours after your surgery you should have a post-operative exam to make sure you're healing well. At regular intervals after the LASIK surgery up to six months you should continue seeing your doctor for checkups.

At the first visit after LASIK surgery your doctor will remove the shield and make sure your eye is responding correctly to the surgery. You will not be able to use contact lenses for sometime to keep from further irritation and you may have to use drops or artificial tears to help with lubricating the eye.

You will be urged to abstain from any contact sports or activities for several days as well as continuing to keep from lotions or perfumes that could irritate the eye. The doctor may advise you to regularly wash your eyes out in the weeks following LASIK surgery to prevent infection.

It may take several months to stabilize your vision after LASIK surgery has taken place. You may experience some small visual impairment during this time, including halos or glare due to the eye’s healing process. These are normal in the first few months after surgery, but if they persist you should contact your doctor.