No Pain And Everything To Gain

Many people considering laser eye surgery want to know whether or not it really hurts. Fortunately you can have this life-changing procedure with little to no pain at all.

Our post-surgery survey results indicate the vast majority of LASIK patients experience minimal discomfort. That’s because patients are given a topical anesthetic (eye drops) to numb the eye, so they experience no pain during the procedure. The patient experiences a sensation of slight pressure just before his or her vision fades away for a few seconds. Neither the microkeratome (the precision instrument the surgeon uses to create the flap) or the laser cause any pain or discomfort.

For several hours after the procedure, many patients describe a mild "foreign body" sensation, such as after opening the eyes while swimming in chlorinated water. Some people feel as though there is a dirty contact lens in their eye. After the first few hours, this uncomfortable feeling usually subsides.

At LASIK MD, our dedicated team of eye care professionals has many measures in place to reduce the risk of complications and to increase the ability for a successful recovery. However, it is important that you follow the recommendations to ensure the proper healing process and to be able to monitor the health of your eyes.

For more information please call the LASIK MD patient care centre for your FREE LASIK information booklet at 1-877-821-9888 or visit www.lasikmd.com.

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