What happens if I use my phone after LASIK?

Using your phone immediately after the procedure can cause your eyes to strain, and that may negatively affect the healing process. Keeping eyes away from the screen will prevent them from straining, getting tired and drying out.
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Is it OK to use phone after LASIK?

Since your eyes are still healing, they will be especially sensitive in the first 24 hours after the LASIK procedure. Because of this, it's recommended to wait at least 24 hours before using your phone, computer, tablet or watching TV.
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What happens if you look at a screen after LASIK?

If you're recovering from LASIK surgery, looking at a screen will likely cause unnecessary discomfort and irritation. It's important to give your eyes time to heal. You should avoid looking at digital devices for 24 hours after your LASIK surgery.
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How long should I avoid screen time after LASIK?

Give Your Eyes some Downtime after LASIK

As part of this rest, we recommend that you avoid looking at screens of any kind — TV, phone, computer or tablet — for 24 hours after LASIK. After this initial resting period, you can gradually ramp up your screen time over the next few days.
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How long after LASIK can I wash my face?

Generally speaking, you should wait at least 24 hours after LASIK before washing your face. This is the same guideline that we give our patients for showering. As with showering, you need to avoid getting soap and water in your eyes for a minimum of several days.
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Is that OK to have a blurred vision after 10 days of LASIK eye surgery?

While you will see better the day after surgery, your vision may be a bit blurry or hazy immediately afterward. These temporary vision difficulties usually clear up after the first few weeks. However, it can take about 2 – 3 months before your vision fully stabilizes and your eyes completely heal.
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What happens if you blink during Lasik eye surgery?

Among the most frequently asked questions: What happens if I sneeze or blink during my LASIK surgery? The short answer: Blinking or sneezing will not affect the outcome of your surgery.
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What is not allowed after LASIK?

Avoid pools, hot tubs, saunas, and lakes for at least 3 weeks. Avoid watching TV, reading, or using the computer for the first 24 hours as these activities may strain your eyes. Avoid rubbing your eyes. Avoid eye makeup.
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Can you blink after LASIK?

This can't happen. Your surgeon will place a simple eye lid holder so that you cannot blink. #3- Is this surgery going to hurt? Anesthetic drops are administered prior to surgery so patients do not feel any discomfort.
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Why is my phone screen blurry after LASIK?

After the lasik laser treatment, sterile water is used to reposition the lasik flap in place. The lasik flap absorbs some of this water and becomes slightly swollen. The swelling of this lasik flap causes everything to be hazy and blurry.
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Should I sleep a lot after LASIK?

After a procedure like LASIK, you may need more sleep than you normally do. This is common. If you feel tired, there's nothing wrong with a few extra hours the first week after LASIK.
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What happens if you cry after LASIK?

What happens if I cry after LASIK? It's okay to cry after LASIK. Whether your eyes are watery or you happen to cry for an emotional reason, natural tears won't harm the corneal flaps or hinder the healing process. Crying can actually help keep your eyes lubricated.
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Can I sneeze after LASIK?

To summarize your apprehensions, shortest answer to your worries is that sneezing, blinking and moving does not have any effect on the surgery outcome.
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Does LASIK flap fully heal?

While LASIK recovery time will vary from person to person, it may take up to three months for the LASIK flap to completely finish the healing process. That being said, the flap should be mostly healed and secure after one week and most normal activities can be resumed at that time.
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Can you sleep during LASIK?

Since your eyes are numb, you are awake during the procedure. Sleeping during LASIK is not a good idea. Your LASIK surgeon needs to know how your eyes are feeling during the procedure. Usually, patients are most worried about pain.
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How do you stay calm during LASIK?

Natural Ways to Relax for Your LASIK Procedure
  1. Take comfort in the technology & expertise. LASIK is one of the most commonly performed operations in America, with approximately 700,000 procedures done annually. ...
  2. Progressive muscle relaxation. ...
  3. Imagery visualization. ...
  4. Deep breathing. ...
  5. Aromatherapy. ...
  6. Keep the end result in sight.
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Does LASIK affect night vision?

Does LASIK Affect Night Vision? Vision disturbances including decreased night vision can occur immediately after a LASIK procedure, according to Mayo Clinic. However, while you may experience difficulty with night vision right after your procedure, it typically will not last beyond a few weeks.
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How do I know if my LASIK flap moved?

When the flap moves out of place, it's referred to as LASIK flap dislocation. If you're wondering how to tell if your LASIK flap has moved, rest assured that you'll know. Symptoms include pain, discomfort, watering, and/or blurry vision.
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Why is one eye blurry 3 months after LASIK?

Dry Eyes: Creating the LASIK flap will temporarily disrupt nerves that supply the cornea. These nerves usually regenerate in the first 3-6 months after LASIK. During this time, the eyes tend to be dry and this can cause vision to be blurred or to fluctuate.
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Can I rub my eyes a week after LASIK?

So how long should you avoid rubbing your eyes after LASIK? As a general rule, you should completely avoid rubbing the eyes for the first two weeks post-op. After this time, it is okay to gently rub your eyes, although it is always best to avoid eye rubbing if possible whether you have had LASIK or not.
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Can you touch your eyelids after LASIK?

It's very hard to avoid touching your eyes, but you should not touch or rub your eyes for at least two weeks after your LASIK procedure. Rubbing or touching your eyes can interfere with the recovery process.
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How long does it take for brain to adjust to LASIK?

It can take the brain a little time to adjust to the change, however. Every patient is different, but the typical blended vision surgery recovery time is around 6-8 weeks.
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Are eyes weaker after LASIK?

Your Eyesight after LASIK

Many will never again require glasses or contacts. Your vision may change after surgery, but if it does, LASIK will still be a benefit. Changes in vision are typically minor, and most patients report better eyesight for a lifetime after their LASIK procedures.
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How do you wash your hair after LASIK?

Answer: Showering after LASIK

For the first 3 days post op, I recommend turining your back to the shower and washing your hair such that the shampoo washes down your back, rather than across your face. This helps to avoid irritants(like Shampoo) from getting into your eyes.
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Will I still need glasses after LASIK?

What many don't realize is that LASIK surgery doesn't protect against age-related eye conditions or remove certain refractive errors caused by the thickness of the cornea. For this reason, even individuals who have had successful LASIK surgery may need glasses.
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