What is better, PRK, or LASIK?
One is not better than the other and the results are similar. In certain situations, one may be a better option for you given your
How fast is the recovery from LASIK vs LASEK (or PRK-EpiLASIK)?
My patients usually drive themselves in the next morning after LASIK. This is not the case after LASEK. It may take few days for them
Can I remove the contact lens that was placed during LASEK?
Unless instructed by your surgeon, it is better to leave it in place even if it feels uncomfortable. The contact lens is usually kept for
My eye drops sting when I instill them, is this ok?
Yes, this is normal. You may even notice a metallic taste in your mouth as the excess drops drain through the nose to the throat.
It has been 1 week after LASEK and my vision is still a bit blurry?
It is not unexpected for some people to heal slower than expected. This is not a cause of concern. It will ultimately get there. That
I had LASIK today, my eyes are stinging and burning, is this normal?
Yes, it is very normal to have such a sensation on the first day. Typically the eyes are quite comfortable the next morning.
What are the warning signs that something is not right?
An easy acronym to remember about warning signs after any eye surgery is rsvp: R– RednessS– Sensitivity to lightV– Vision reductionP– Pain If you experience
I am noticing some rings around light when I drive at night, is this normal?
Most patients will notice this in the first few weeks after the procedure. If you have been told before the laser procedure that you are
I was told I have “cells under my flap”, should I be concerned?
It is not uncommon to have some cells infiltrate themselves under the lasik flap especially after a repeat laser procedure. In the majority of cases,