Do not use any eyedrops without asking your doctor about them. Your eyes will probably heal very quickly. Most patients notice better vision within a few days. Call your doctor if you have any problems or unusual side effects. Don’t swim or use a hot tub for 2 weeks after surgery. ...
LASIK Eye Surgery Risks As with any surgery, LASIK carries some risks, including: It’s a complex procedure. It’s rare, but there may be problems that permanently affect your vision. This is one reason to choose a surgeon who has a lot of experience with these surgeries. Rarely, you ma...
Regulators agreed to hold the meeting after years of complaints from a small group of patients who say their eyesight has been irreparably damaged by the surgery. The agency received 140 reports of Lasik-related problems between 1998 and 2006, according to an agency spokeswoman. Dean Kantis, wh...
you can expect to be in and out of the actual laser eye surgery in as little as 30 minutes, and take as little as 24 hours to be recovered enough to return to work and even drive your car. Occasionally people will experience ‘dry eyes’ for up to a month, ...
SPECIAL OPERATIONS LASER EYE SURGERY MAY GIVE US A 20/20 MILITARY, BUT SIDE EFFECTS ARE STILL A WORRY.Stephen Smith, GLOBE STAFF
Most problems after laser vision surgery can be easily addressed with corrective lenses or a secondenhancement surgery. Researchshows that about 97% of people achieve20/20 visual acuityor better by one year after PRK. This doesn’t mean it takes a full year to see clearly, though. Blurriness...
Astigmatism is a common problem with how the clear "window" of your eye (the cornea) is shaped. It can causeblurry vision, eye strain and problemsseeing at night. It isn't always possible to treat astigmatism during laser cataract surgery. Your doctor can give you more information during yo...
There are no ocular or medical contraindications to the surgery. Your profession/job/vocation does not prevent you from having this procedure. Cautions for Vision Surgery Certain medical problems that may affect healing could make you a poor candidate for laser vision correction. Conditions such as ...
This helps to ensure that any problems are picked up early and can be addressed as soon as possible. Our Laser Eye Surgery Recovery Tips Here are our top tips to help ensure that your experience following laser eye surgery goes as smoothly as possible: Make sure you’ve got the help you...
Since he was 8 years old, Rich has had vision problems due to a sports-related injury. Rich decided to take the next step in his journey towards clearer vision. His experience with Dr. Dello Russo was very pleasant. He is now able to see clearer, and it's all thanks to the team at...