LASIK
A laser makes a thin flap in the cornea, a second laser reshapes the tissue beneath, and the flap seals back by itself.
- Treats
- Nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism, within approved ranges
- Laser
- ZEISS VISUMAX 800 for the flap, ZEISS MEL 90 to reshape
- How it is done
- A thin layer of the cornea is lifted, then put back
- After treatment
- Most daily tasks can usually resume the next day
How LASIK works
A few hours at the clinic. The laser itself takes moments.
Numbing drops
Your eye is numbed and the lids held open.
The flap
A laser makes a thin flap, and the surgeon lifts it.
Reshaping
A second laser reshapes the cornea, tracking your eye as it moves.
The flap goes back
The flap seals by itself. You rest and go home with a companion.
- Adults whose prescription has stayed stable, usually for at least a year
- Nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism within the range the laser can treat
- A cornea thick enough to make a flap and still stay strong
- People who want sharp vision back as quickly as possible
What it does well, and where it falls short
Benefits
- Vision is often clear enough for daily life the next day
- Treats a broad range of prescriptions, including farsightedness
- One of the most studied procedures in eye surgery
Limitations
- The flap needs care while it heals: no eye rubbing, and a break from contact sports
- Uses more of the cornea’s depth than PRK, so thin or weak corneas are not suited to it
- Dryness is common for the first weeks or months
Recovery
Most daily tasks can usually resume the next day. Typical, not promised; healing differs from person to person.
The first day
Watery, scratchy eyes for a few hours. Many see well the next morning.
The first week
Back to work and screens. Wear eye shields at night and do not rub.
The first months
The flap heals and vision settles. Drops ease any dryness.
Risks to talk through
Your surgeon will go through these with you before you decide.
More common
- Dry eyes
Felt as a sandy sensation, mild blurring or light sensitivity; this usually improves within weeks.
- Glare and halos
Glare or halos around lights at night.
- Returning prescription
Some prescription returning over time, more often with high nearsightedness; a second treatment is sometimes possible.
Uncommon or rare
- Flap problems or infection
Both are uncommon.
- Ectasia
Weakening and bulging of the cornea, which is rare. Measuring the cornea before treatment is how this is avoided.
Questions about LASIK
How long does the procedure take?
The laser takes moments per eye. Plan for a few hours at the clinic in total.
Can both eyes be treated on the same day?
Usually yes. Your surgeon will confirm this at your screening.
When can I drive?
Only once your surgeon has checked your vision at the follow-up visit and said you can.
Why does my cornea’s thickness matter?
The laser removes a little tissue. If too little would remain the cornea could weaken, so a thin cornea may point to PRK instead.
The other procedures
Is LASIK right for your eyes?
A screening measures your eyes and ends with a plain answer.
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