What happens if you don't sleep after LASIK?

It's okay if you don't fall asleep. The act of closing your eyes and resting them can make a big difference during the recovery process. When you close your eyes, make sure to wear the eye shields provided. They aren't pretty, but they get the job done and make sure your eyes stay safe while sleeping.
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Is it good to sleep a lot after LASIK?

Sleeping a minimum of 6 hours will help your corneas continue to heal. If you have insomnia, or “just don't need much sleep,” you should consult with your surgeon to discuss the best way to give your eyes the rest they need during the first couple of nights after your LASIK surgery.
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How long do I have to sleep on my back after LASIK?

At bedtime, wear your eye shield for at least one week if you sleep on your back or side, and two weeks if you sleep on your stomach. This will prevent you from rubbing your eyes during asleep.
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Can I go out the day after LASIK?

The majority of LASIK patients are back to their normal routine within a day or two. In fact, if you're a LASIK patient, you'll most likely be able to return to work the next morning after surgery!
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How long is vision blurry after LASIK?

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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Normal and Abnormal Symptoms to Experience After LASIK Eye Surgery



How long after LASIK can I shower?

LASIK Aftercare for Showering & Bathing

Dr. Mozayeni and Dr. Nunnery advise patients that it is okay to bathe or shower normally the day after your LASIK eye surgery. For the first week after your LASIK surgery, it's important to keep water, soap, hair care products and/or washing liquids away from the eye.
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How fast does cornea heal after LASIK?

The corneal flap will begin the healing process immediately following the surgery and will be significantly healed in one to three days following the procedure. During this time the outer surface of the cornea (also known as the epithelium) will seal the edges of the newly created corneal flap.
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How can I speed up my LASIK recovery?

Tips For Fast Recovery After LASIK Eye Surgery
  1. Keep your follow-up appointments. The day following your LASIK procedure, you will have a checkup. ...
  2. Take it easy. ...
  3. Luxuriate with a bath. ...
  4. Use eye drops as recommended. ...
  5. Play no sports. ...
  6. Wear eye protection. ...
  7. Dim light is recommended. ...
  8. Make it all about you!
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How long after LASIK Can I see 20 20?

During a LASIK procedure, a laser is used to change the shape of one or both corneas to improve vision. According to the American Refractive Surgery Council, more than 90% of LASIK patients achieve 20/20 vision or better after 2 to 3 months of post-surgery recovery.
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Can I rub my eyes a month after LASIK?

You should not rub your eyes for 2 months after LASIK and PRK. You do not want to displace the corneal flap in LASIK or loosen the corneal epithelium in PRK.
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What should you not do after LASIK?

5 Things to Avoid After LASIK Eye Surgery
  • Swimming. After eye surgery, you should avoid swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and other bodies of water like lakes and rivers for at least two weeks. ...
  • Exercise and Sports. ...
  • Applying Makeup. ...
  • Phone and Computer Screens. ...
  • UV Exposure.
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Can you get LASIK twice?

Is it possible to have LASIK surgery twice? The short answer is yes, though this is usually only done 5 – 10 years after the initial treatment. However, rest assured that LASIK offers long-term vision correction, and very few people require a second session.
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Will I ever need glasses after LASIK?

Patients typically undergo laser eye surgery to reduce or completely eliminate their need for visual aids such as contact lenses and glasses. The truth is that most patients will eventually require reading glasses at some point in their future.
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Is it normal to feel like something is in your eye after LASIK?

The most common side effects of LASIK include: Discomfort: It is completely normal for the eyes to feel irritated after LASIK surgery. Some patients describe this feeling as a slight burning sensation, while others say it feels as though there is something small (like an eyelash) caught in their eye.
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Can I wear a sleep mask after LASIK?

But just how long do patients have to wear protective shields after LASIK or PRK? For LASIK patients, our Washington, DC team recommends wearing them for one week – all night as you sleep as well as during naps.
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Is it true that LASIK flap never heals?

MYTH: The corneal flap never heals.

Once the surgery is over, the flap is laid back into place to heal on its own. Some people believe that the flap never actually heals. However, this is not true. The flap starts to heal within one day of having the surgery.
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Can you go blind from LASIK?

MYTH #2: You will go blind. Actually, as of this writing, there are no reported cases of blindness due to LASIK surgery itself. In a recent study, it was discovered that patients actually have a 34 times higher risk of going blind from a contact lens infection than going blind from LASIK.
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How strong is the flap after LASIK?

In contrast, the more superficial flap margin stromal LASIK wound, which is adjacent to the surface epithelium was found to heal by producing a 10-fold stronger, peripheral hypercellular fibrotic stromal scar that reaches maximum tensile strength by approximately 3.5 years after surgery, averaging 28.1% of normal.
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When can I use my 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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Can I wash my face 2 weeks after LASIK?

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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How many days after LASIK can I drive?

The length of time each patient must wait to drive after LASIK surgery will vary based on the individual. However, most people are given their doctor's approval to drive as soon as the day after surgery. A post-op exam will be performed the day after surgery.
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Can I get LASIK again after 10 years?

Most Patients Only Need LASIK Once

Patients with vision that's changed several years after LASIK could undergo LASIK again. The first step is to contact the practice that originally performed your procedure. You'll need another LASIK consultation. This ensures your surgeon finds a second procedure necessary.
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Does LASIK fix astigmatism?

The ultra-precise lasers used for LASIK surgery can be programmed to reshape the cornea so the front surface of the eye is more symmetrical, thereby eliminating vision problems caused by astigmatism. Most of the time astigmatism can be fully corrected with a single LASIK procedure.
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Does astigmatism go away after LASIK?

Astigmatism is an eye condition that can be corrected with LASIK surgery. It is a refractive eye condition that occurs because of an unusual bend of your cornea. LASIK surgery can change the shape of your cornea and diminish astigmatism symptoms.
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Can you get LASIK 50?

The good news is that no one is too mature for laser vision correction. You may be able to schedule LASIK after 50 years old. You should know that not everyone is a candidate for LASIK.
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