Insight Eye Clinic perform laser eye surgery or ocular surgery, which is a refractive surgery on your eyes to correct astigmatism, hyperopia, and myopia. As straightforward as it is for those performing it, it can be a big decision to make for someone who is thinking about getting it.
If you’re unsure whether laser eye surgery is for you or you’re about to visit a clinic to find out more, here are some of the questions you may like to have the answers to beforehand.
Does Laser Eye Surgery Hurt?
This is perhaps one of the most commonly asked questions about laser eye surgery – whether or not it hurts. The procedure itself is mostly pain-free because anaesthetic drops are given to the patient before the procedure.
However, in the early stages of healing post-surgery, some people do experience some discomfort. The level of pain you experience can also depend on the type of surgery. Most people will be able to enjoy their new, pain-free eyesight in a matter of days.
How Long Does Laser Eye Surgery Take?
No one wants to be sitting in a surgical environment for any longer than they have to. Therefore, it’s only natural to want to find out how long laser eye surgery takes. The timeframe can depend on the severity of the issue, the prescription’s complexity, and a few other factors like technology and the surgeon.
In most cases, you will be in and out of surgery in half an hour or less. The actual procedure may also only take mere minutes.