Driving after LASIK is a common question — and the timeline is generally very reassuring. Here is what you need to know about when it is safe to get behind the wheel again. When Can You Drive After LASIK? Day of surgery: You cannot drive — arrange for someone to take you home Day 1 […]

You can cook within 24–48 hours after LASIK, but take precautions to protect your healing eyes from steam, smoke, oil splatter, and strong cooking odours that can irritate the cornea during recovery. Key Facts Light cooking (boiling, microwave) is safe from Day 2 Avoid frying, grilling, or open flame cooking for 1 week Steam from […]

Short-distance travel by road or rail is generally safe from Day 3 after LASIK. Air travel is permitted after 48 hours but the dry cabin air can worsen dry eye — use lubricating drops frequently during flights. Key Facts Road / rail travel: safe from Day 3 Air travel: permitted after 48 hours with frequent […]