What is recovery like?
What is recovery like?
For several weeks or even months after laser eye surgery, it is normal to have some blurry vision or to notice your vision changing. (per the American Academy of Ophthalmology) After LASIK, most people see well enough to stop wearing their eyeglasses or contact lenses for most of their daily activities. (per the National Eye Institute) LASIK can cause side effects that usually go away within a few months; rarely, they can be permanent. Almost everyone who has LASIK will have dry eyes and changing vision during the day, and these symptoms usually fade within a month. (per the American Academy of Ophthalmology) In most cases, you can return to work and drive the day after the procedure. (per the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the National Eye Institute) Right after surgery your vision will be blurry and you will need someone to drive you home, and it takes 2 to 3 months for the eye to finish healing. Vision after LASIK can end up under- or over-corrected, and these problems can often be improved with glasses, contact lenses, or an additional laser surgery. (per the American Academy of Ophthalmology)
Important
Results vary by patient. Candidacy, results and risks must be assessed by the clinic. This page is not medical advice; consult a licensed surgeon.