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All-Laser-LASIK FAQs

All-Laser-LASIK FAQs

Naturally, you have questions about laser vision correction at CODET Vision Institute. This is a list of frequently asked questions that may help you understand more about the procedure.

Before Your Surgery

Where does the surgery take place?
All of our laser surgeries are conducted here at the CODET Vision Institute in our state-of-the-art operating rooms.

Can I wear my contacts before my surgery?
Because contact lenses can alter the shape of your cornea, you will need to remove your contacts prior to your pre-operative exam.

How does wavefront LASIK compare to conventional LASIK?
Wavefront LASIK adds an automatic measurement of more subtle distortions (called higher order aberrations) than just nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism which are corrected by conventional LASIK.

Am I too old to have LASIK?
There is no “maximum age” for laser vision correction. Candidate selection is determined by the patient’s overall eye health and the underlying reason for their vision problems. For example, cornea imperfections rather than cataracts or an underlying eye disease.

What is All-Laser LASIK, and how does it compare to traditional LASIK surgery?
The difference between traditional LASIK and All-Laser-LASIK is the method in which a necessary, very small flap is created to begin the surgery. In All-Laser-LASIK, a laser device is used to create a corneal flap for LASIK surgery. The traditional method of LASIK requires the use of a microkeratome, a mechanical device with a blade.

During Your Procedure

Is Laser Vision Correction surgery painful?
Not at all. We use local anesthesia, which ensures a pain-free experience for the patient.

What kind of anesthesia is used during the treatment?
Only numbing eye drops are necessary. Sometimes oral medication is provided to help the patient relax. There are no needles or intravenous drugs with LASIK.

How long does the surgery take to perform?
The surgery takes around 15-20 minutes, and then the patient is ready to go home.

What if I blink or move during the procedure?
This is a very common question. We take measures to ensure that moving or blinking is not a problem. Your eye will be held open with a special device, supporting your lid so that you can’t blink. The holding device is placed immediately before the treatment and removed immediately after.

Can I see the All-Laser-LASIK treatment as it is being performed?
You will be awake but very relaxed. You will not be able to see any of the details of the All-Laser-LASIK treatment. You will see a number of lights, but the images will be blurred.

Can both of my eyes be treated on the same day?
Yes, laser eye surgery can be done on both eyes on the same day. Unlike more invasive surgeries, LASIK treatment can be performed on both eyes on the same day. This eliminates the annoying effect of having corrected vision in only one eye in between the two treatments.

Post Procedure Recovery and Care

Will my eyes be patched?
No, but clear, protective shields will be placed over your treated eye(s) following the procedure. They can be removed the next morning and left off during the day, however you will continue to wear these eye shields at bedtime for 3 additional nights for added protection while you sleep.

How long will I have to use the protective shield?
After surgery, we will place a clear shield over each treated eye, which you will need to wear for the rest of that day and night, including during sleep. When you wake up the next morning, you can remove the shield and leave it off during the day, but you will need to put it back on at bedtime, for three more nights, for additional protection.

What is the postoperative recovery period?
Most patients will be back to their daily activities 3 days after surgery.

Will my prescription return?
The human eye stops growing at around age 18, so the good news is that any correction will usually be permanent.

Are All-Laser-LASIK results permanent?
Yes. All-Laser-LASIK is a surgical procedure that permanently removes corneal tissue to reshape the eye in order to improve refraction.

How soon can I travel after the procedure?
You are able to travel the day after the surgery.

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