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It's natural that glasses or contacts aren't everyone's first option. Your lasik surgeon
may recommend lasik surgery if you want sharper eyesight without the need for
corrective lenses.
Surgical incisions allow an eye surgeon to fold back the top of the cornea, allowing
precise targeting of corneal tissue behind the outer flap. Then they vaporise any
excess tissue so that when the corneal flap is folded back down, it conforms to a
shape that allows for improved focus.
Before Surgery
A full eye exam will be performed by your eye doctor before the lasik. Checking
vision, symptoms of infection, dry eyes, inflammation, high eye pressure, and wide
eye pupils are all part of the consultation. Because pre-existing issues like dry eye
can occasionally worsen as a result of lasik, your eye doctor pays close attention to
how lasik might influence your eye health.
Each cornea will be measured by the doctors, who will record its contour, shape,
irregularities, and thickness. The extent of your refractive defect and if lasik can fix
your vision are also determined during this session.
During Surgery
After consultation, they can refer you to lasik services in Singapore. Your cornea is
reshaped using a laser by your eye surgeon. The lasik procedure is as follows:
Procedure # Description
3 They'll put a suction ring over your eye to prevent it from turning
away. The ring will exert a light pressure.
5 Your surgeon creates a very thin flap in the cornea tissue with either
a microkeratome or a laser. Returning the flap-formed layer to its
original position.
6 You must keep your eyes fixed on a target light while a surgical
laser performs its operation.
9 You will hear a clicking sound when your eye surgeon is utilising the
laser.
10 After reshaping the cornea, your eye surgeon smooths the edges
and folds the flap back into place.
11 The flap adheres on its own in 2–3 minutes and heals in place.
After Surgery
To protect your eyes while they heal, you may be asked to wear a see-through shield
over them. On the day of the procedure, we don't recommend doing anything but
relaxing and sleeping. It's possible that you'll have itching or burning in your eyes for
a few hours following the procedure. Many patients, however, are given specific eye
drops to help with dryness and healing. To get the best effects, make sure you use
eye drops properly. Your eyes should feel healthy after a few days, and your eyesight
should have improved.
While these side effects may appear to be severe, the surgery has become more
refined over time. Newer laser technology has considerably enhanced patient
recuperation. Prepare for the surgery as much as possible to increase your chances
of a successful recovery.
When in doubt, before, during or after your lasik surgery, always consult your lasik
surgeon for advice. They are professionals that know what’s best for your eyes.