Lasik Eye Surgery
No. | SURGERY | RECOVERY TIME |
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1 | Wear Make Up? | 1 week (eye make up only), next day (all other make up) |
2 | Have a shower? | Same day but avoid getting water or soap in your eyes for at least 1 week |
3 | Wash my face? | Same day but avoid the eye area |
4 | Go back to work? | 2 days |
5 | Go swimming? | 4 week |
6 | Exercise? | 3 week strenuous exercise but no contact sports for two weeks |
7 | Drive? | Most LASIK patients can drive following their post-operative appointment the next day |
8 | Fly in a plane? | Next day but we prefer you remain in the country for at least 2 weeks following your procedure |
9 | Use a computer? | Next day, however the quality of your vision may fluctuate |
WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF LASIK EYE SURGERY?
The risks are rare and often only minor if they occur. LASIK eye surgery is a very safe procedure, but like all surgical or medical procedures there is always a risk of complication. All known complications will be discussed at your consultation