LASIK surgery has become the perfect solution for people tired of corrective lenses. It’s simple, highly effective, and the staff at Comprehensive Eye Care in Washington, MO, want to explain the process. Once you have approval from your eye doctor, LASIK surgery can be scheduled; so, if you’re considering it or already have an appointment, here’s more information about the procedure and recovery.

What Is LASIK Surgery?

LASIK — laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis — is a procedure where an eye surgeon reshapes the cornea to fix vision problems. The results are similar to what you get from glasses or contact lenses without the hassle of wearing them daily. It’s best for patients with near- or farsightedness as well as astigmatism.

The procedure is minimally invasive and painless. First, your eye doctor or surgeon will administer numbing eye drops and a sedative so that you’re comfortable. Then, they’ll use a laser to cut a flap on the cornea to reach the tissue below. Once the flap is folded back, they’ll reshape the corneal surface. To treat farsightedness, they’ll flatten the cornea; to treat nearsightedness, they will steepen the curve of the cornea; to fix astigmatism, the eye doctor will smooth any irregularities in the area. LASIK is also an outpatient procedure and can be completed in as little as 15 minutes.

You’ll need to speak with your eye doctor regularly while you recover. It’s also important to avoid activities — such as using a computer — that strain your eyes immediately after surgery. Your vision will be blurry at first, but you’ll notice significant improvements within 24 hours. Complete recovery can take up to three months, though most feel great within the first week. Most patients return to their normal schedule after a day or two of rest.

If you keep your eyes healthy and regularly visit the eye doctor, the results of LASIK can last well over 10 years, making it ideal if you’re looking for low-maintenance, long-term benefits. To learn more, turn to the staff at Comprehensive Eye Care. They offer various services to fix minor and serious eye issues and are committed to helping patients preserve their vision. Call (636) 390-3999 today to schedule an eye exam and visit their website and Facebook to learn more about their practice.