LASIK eye surgery is a popular elective surgery that offers the potential for improved vision without the need for glasses or contacts. However, like any medical procedure, there are pros and cons to consider.
Improved Vision
One of the main benefits of LASIK eye surgery is that it can improve your vision by removing some of the blurriness caused by nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. It can also help reduce glare when you’re driving at night or in other situations where lighting is poor. There are many types of refractive errors that can be corrected with this procedure.
Quick And Painless Procedure
LASIK eye surgery is a popular elective surgery that offers the potential for improved vision without the need for glasses or contacts. However, like any medical procedure, there are pros and cons to consider.
The pros of LASIK eye surgery are quick and painless, with most patients experiencing little to no discomfort during the procedure. The procedure itself takes only about 10 minutes per eye and does not require general anesthesia, so you can be back at work or school in just days after your procedure.
Dry Or Irritated Eyes
One of the most common side effects of LASIK surgery is dry and irritated eyes. This can be uncomfortable and may require medication to manage. The symptoms are typically mild and resolve within a few days after the procedure.
In general, it’s best to avoid rubbing your eyes, which can further aggravate the symptoms of post-LASIK dryness. While some eye drops can help with discomfort, they don’t address the underlying cause of the problem—the corneal flap that has been created by the procedure. This flap needs time to heal before your eyes return to normal levels of lubrication and moisture.
Risks And Complications
There are risks and complications associated with LASIK surgery. Your doctor will discuss these with you, as well as the benefits of the procedure, before your surgery.
Some of the more common complications include dry eyes, glare or halos around lights, night vision problems, and infection. A rare complication is an eyelid droop called ectropion.
It is important to note that not all patients experience these side effects and some may not even have any noticeable side effects at all.
Conclusion
The pros and cons of LASIK eye surgery have been covered here in a general sense, but every patient is different and your own experience is sure to vary considerably. Be sure to consult a doctor and get a second (or third, or fourth) opinion before you commit to anything.
