Is there blade-less LASIK?
Blade-less LASIK involves a femtosecond laser that creates millions of micron-sized bubbles at pre-determined positions inside the cornea that gently separate the layers of corneal tissue.
Blade-less LASIK involves a femtosecond laser that creates millions of micron-sized bubbles at pre-determined positions inside the cornea that gently separate the layers of corneal tissue.
Fortunately, most patients agree that it is a pain-free procedure. You may experience some discomfort like someone is pressing on your eye.
The procedure itself takes about 15 minutes per eye.
Healing is different for each patient. There is no set timeline for recovery.
LASIK is a laser vision correction procedure that treats refractive errors permanently.
Myth: People with refractive errors cannot excel in sports. Fact: Many professional athletes wear contact lenses or had LASIK.
MYTH: You Cannot Participate in Sports After LASIK FACT: Yes, You Can Participate in Sports After LASIK, however, water sports should be avoided for one month after LASIK surgery while your eyes heal.
LASIK is typically a bilateral procedure. LASIK is a very safe procedure and the two eyes are done directly after one another in the same surgical session.