After years of contemplation and research, you have finally had LASIK surgery, which is life-changing, and you are enjoying your newfound vision. While LASIK surgery offers quick vision recovery and low discomfort post-surgery , you still need to be mindful during the recovery period.
This article will shed light on what to expect and how to take care of your vision after LASIK surgery.
Common vision experiences in the first few days
In the initial recovery period following refractive surgery in Singapore, most people will experience the following:
- Vision will fluctuate in terms of clarity, with some days being clearer than others.
- See haloes and starbursts at night.
- Eyes may feel dry, gritty and scratchy; to use lubricating eyedrops generously.
- Bright lights may feel more intense because of increased light sensitivity.
- Some eyes may get a burning sensation.
The above symptoms will usually subside with time and are generally temporary. Do however, consult your eye care specialist if symptoms worsen or are persistent.
Eye surgeons in Singapore will recommend avoiding the following post-LASIK surgery:
- No eye makeup or eye products for 1 week.
- No rubbing of eyes for 2 weeks
- No water sports, including swimming, for 1 month as the water is dirty and can cause infection.
- No contact sports, including martial arts, badminton, and soccer, for 1 month to avoid injury.
Our eye surgeon, located at Mount Elizabeth Novena in Singapore, will provide detailed post-op care to ensure you have a speedy vision recovery.
Tips for screen time, sleep and hydration
In Singapore, our urbanised lifestyle revolves a lot around screens. It is prudent to blink often and take breaks every 20 minutes of screentime and instil lubricating eyedrops.
It is imperative to sleep well, as ample sleep will help in healing. Please use eye shields as provided and instructed to avoid accidental rubbing while sleeping.
Consume loads of water.
Most people will benefit from the above tips, especially in our air-conditioned environments with long screen time.
Long-term care to maintain a clear vision
Vision recovery is very quick post-LASIK surgery for most people. It is still advisable, though, to adhere to good eye habits:
- Use sunglasses to protect the eyes from strong UV rays.
- Regular eye screening to monitor general eye health is still essential.
- Consult your eye care specialist promptly should there be sudden changes in vision.
When to return for follow-up eye checks?
It is imperative to attend post-LASIK surgery follow-ups with your surgeon. During the follow-ups, the surgeon will assess how the corneas are healing:
- First 24 to 48 Hours: Your LASIK surgeon will check the eyes to exclude infection and inflammation.
- One week: To monitor recovery and address any concerns.
- One month, 3 months, 6 months: To evaluate post-op outcome – test the visual acuity and eye prescription without glasses.
Final thoughts
Many people have reported a more empowering and convenient life after LASIK surgery. If you are still researching LASIK eye surgery costs in Singapore or navigating which laser eye surgery in Singapore to opt for, our eye surgeon at Mount Elizabeth Novena is happy to be your guiding light in this exciting vision journey.
If you are ready to take the next step towards vision freedom, schedule a LASIK evaluation in Singapore with Lang Eye Centre at [email protected] or +65 6684 1000.
