LASIK Surgery Procedure: Step-by-Step Guide

LASIK eye surgery is a quick and precise procedure that usually takes 10–20 minutes for both eyes. He

1. Pre-Surgery Preparation

Before the procedure:

• Your eyes are thoroughly examined and measured

• You’ll be asked to stop wearing contact lenses for a few days

• On the day of surgery, your eyes are cleaned

• Numbing eye drops are applied

• You remain awake, but your eyes are completely numb

• A device is used to gently keep your eyelids open

2. Created

This is the first surgical step:

• A thin flap is created on the surface of your cornea

• This is done using:

• A microkeratome blade or

• A femtosecond laser (bladeless LASIK)

• You may feel slight pressure, but no pain

• The flap is then gently lifted to expose the inner cornea.

3. Laser Reshaping of the Cornea

This is the most important step:

• An excimer laser reshapes your cornea

During this step:

• The laser works for a few seconds only

• Advanced systems track even small eye movements

You might hear clicking sounds — this is normal.

4. Reposition

After reshaping:

• The corneal flap is placed back in its original position

• It

The eye begins healing immediately

5. Immediate Post-Surgery Care

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• You may feel:

• Mild burning

• Watery eyes

• Slight irritation

• Doctors usually:

• Give protective eye shields

• Prescribe antibiotic and lubricating drops

6. Recovery (First 24–48 Hours)

• Vision improves within a few hours to a day

• Most people can resume normal activities in 1–2 days

Important precautions:

• Do not rub your eyes

• Avoid dust, smoke, and water exposure

• Limit screen time initially

7. Follow-Up Visits

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• Next day

• After 1 week

  
  

What You’ll Experience During LASIK

✔ No pain (only slight pressure)✔ Very quick procedure✔ Immediate improvement in vision✔ Minimal downtime

Final Takeaway

LASIK is a fast, safe, and highly precise procedure that can significantly reduce or eliminate your dependence on glasses or contact lenses. The entire process is simple, and most patients are surprised at how quick and comfortable it is.

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