37 Laser Eye Surgery FAQ

While both correct our vision, it is up to you whether you wish to undergo LASIK and become free from glasses.

No. It is a proper certified medical surgery carried out by qualified professionals.

Immediately after undergoing LASIK, you would be asked to take rest for the next 24 hours.

There has been no impact of the duration of sleeping on a person after LASIK surgery.

No, since LASIK is an elective procedure.

In Australia, it would cost about 6000 AUD or so. Cost may vary though.

Yes, LASIK can fix astigmatism.

Insurance companies don’t cover elective procedures like LASIK.

Most insurance policies and companies don’t cover LASIK as it is an elective procedure.

Your ophthalmologist will tell you whether LASIK is necessary in your case.

LASIK expense can give you benefit while filing annual taxes.

Yes, VSP does give its members the option to claim associated benefits.

While it is a must to wear them in the first 24 hours, your surgeon may advise you to extend that based on your condition.

There are things like driving, using your smartphone, watching television etc. that shouldn’t be done during the recovery period. Your medical professional will explain about every dos and don’ts that you should follow.

You can’t use your phone just after LASIK as 24 hours is a mandatory rest period after the procedure.

Yes, you can cry post the procedure.

Initial healing begins immediately and crucial one gets done in one month. Still, it is not advisable to put unnecessary pressure for 6 months.

While you can shower after 24 hours of your surgery getting over, try not to let water and soap enter the eyes.

No. You shouldn’t drive just after LASIK.

It is better not to drink liquor for a week after the laser eye surgery.

It is a better option to wait for a week before wearing makeup.

The best way to do that is to follow all the instructions given by the surgeon.

There are a number of things that shouldn’t be done before the procedure which your surgeon will tell you.

It is recommended to not wear makeup or anything related to it for at least a week.

Surgeons place an eyelid holder to take care of this issue.

The surgery usually takes less than 30 to 45 minutes.

Yes, in fact, about 90% percent people get 20 20 vision post-surgery.

It is better to wait for at least 24 hours before proceeding to watch TV.

It varies from person to person. Your vision is examined by the doctor before giving you the go ahead sign.

If you wish that your life would be better if you don’t have to wear glasses, then it is. However, do consult an expert before deciding.

Whether it is good for you or not is something that you should let your doctor or ophthalmologist decide.

No, it is a certified medical procedure and it safe.

LASIK was approved by the FDA (Federal Drug Administration) in 1999. FDA approval means that it is safe and there isn’t anything that one should unnecessarily worry about going wrong.

Yes, all precautions are taken by well-trained surgeons when it comes to LASIK. Since its inception, the procedure has come a long way and has helped millions of people around the world.

Surgeons take ample precautions like eye drops and some pain relievers so that the person undergoing surgery doesn’t feel any pain.

As of now, there is no upper limit in terms of age regarding who can undergo LASIK. However, it is better to consult a related medical professional before making a decision.

While LASIK may restore 20 20 vision for a vast majority of people, there is a caveat. As you get old and especially in your 40s, you may develop presbyopia and hence, may need correction for that in the form of reading glasses.