7 Days
Pre-Op Prep
10 min
Procedure
24 hrs
First Milestone
1 Month
Full Recovery
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Before LASIK — Preparation Checklist
Good preparation helps your procedure and recovery go smoothly:
- ✓Stop soft contacts 3 days before (7 days for toric/hard)
- ✓Avoid eye makeup, creams, perfume on surgery day
- ✓Arrange someone to drive you home
- ✓Eat a light meal — no fasting required
- ✓Wear comfortable clothing — no wool/fleece
- ✓Bring sunglasses for the ride home
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After LASIK — Recovery Timeline
Typical recovery timeline (individual healing varies):
- ✓First 4 hours: Rest with eyes closed, mild discomfort (normal)
- ✓Day 1: Most can see clearly enough to work
- ✓Week 1: Vision continues to sharpen
- ✓Month 1: Vision stabilizes fully
- ✓Use prescribed drops religiously
- ✓No eye rubbing for 2 weeks — most important rule
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What NOT to Do After LASIK
Avoid swimming for 2 weeks, contact sports for 1 month, eye makeup for 1 week. Don't rub your eyes. Always wear sunglasses outdoors.
Full Evaluation
Tests before any recommendation
Range of Platforms
Femto, Contoura, SMILE, InnovEyes
US-FDA Approved
Approved laser platforms
Refractive Surgeons
Qualified ophthalmologists