The M LASIK Center Near Dallas Provides Laser Vision Correction Questions and Answers

> Does LASIK vision correction surgery hurt?
> How long does the LASIK laser vision correction take?
> How soon after my laser vision correction procedure can I drive?
> What other restrictions are there after laser vision correction?
> How long will I be away from work?
> Why are so many follow-up visits required after LASIK surgery?
> Is laser vision correction performed on both eyes at the same time?
> Can I still wear contact lenses after laser vision correction?
> When can I wear eye makeup after LASIK surgery?
> Will my vision be 20/20 after LASIK eye surgery?
> Are there any long-term side effects to LASIK surgery?
> What is the history of the excimer laser and laser vision correction?
> Will laser vision correction cure presbyopia?

Does LASIK vision correction surgery hurt?

LASIK is virtually painless. Topical anesthetic drops are used to numb the eyes during the laser vision correction procedure and most patients at our Dallas area laser vision correction center describe feeling a pressure sensation but do not experience pain. However, patients may experience stinging or burning for a few hours after LASIK eye surgery.

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How long does the LASIK laser vision correction take?

At The M LASIK Center near Dallas, laser vision correction patients will be in the surgery suite for only 10 to 15 minutes. A renowned LASIK eye surgeon, Dr. Mazaheri is able to quickly and safely treat each eye in about four minutes.

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How soon after my laser vision correction procedure can I drive?

Although you will need someone to drive you home after the LASIK procedure, you can resume driving as soon as you feel comfortable with your vision. At our Dallas area office, about 90 percent of laser vision correction patients are able to drive on their own the following day. However, patients should avoid driving while taking any of the medications prescribed after surgery.

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What other restrictions are there after laser vision correction?

On the day of the laser vision correction procedure, it is recommended that patients keep both eyes closed and rest or sleep for the first few hours. Patients can shower or bathe the day after surgery but should avoid getting soap or water in their eyes, and swimming is not recommended for the first week unless watertight goggles are worn. Also, patients should avoid rubbing or bumping the eyes and contact sports for the first few weeks after laser vision correction surgery.

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How long will I be away from work?

Most laser vision correction patients can return to work within 24 to 48 hours. Most people will note great improvement in their vision on the first morning after the LASIK eye surgery, but it may take several weeks or more for final results to be realized.

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Why are so many follow-up visits required after LASIK surgery?

Each patient's healing response is different. The staff at our office near Dallas can monitor laser vision correction outcomes and alter the use of eye drops, anti-inflammatory drugs, and other medications to maximize each patient's post-operative results.

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Is laser vision correction performed on both eyes at the same time?

At our practice serving the entire Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex, most of our patients prefer to have laser vision correction performed on both eyes at the same time, but some elect to have LASIK performed on one eye and then return for treatment of the second eye several days or weeks later. If both eyes are not corrected at the same time, a contact lens may be used to correct the second eye in the interim.

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Can I still wear contact lenses after laser vision correction?

Yes, if required, glasses or contact lenses can be used to further enhance vision after LASIK eye surgery.

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When can I wear eye makeup after LASIK surgery?

It is best to wait five to seven days before using eye makeup and it is recommended that laser vision correction patients buy new mascara to minimize the risk of infection.

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Will my vision be 20/20 after LASIK eye surgery?

As with any other surgical procedure, results after LASIK eye surgery cannot be guaranteed. However, laser vision correction has been shown to reduce dependency on glasses and contacts in the vast majority of patients. Various studies suggest that 94 percent of people with mild to moderate myopia who undergo laser vision correction achieve 20/40 vision or better - enough to pass a drivers' exam without corrective lenses. At his Dallas area office, Dr. Mazaheri provides information on the most advanced laser vision correction technologies, including Wavefront™ guided LASIK and Intralase® LASIK systems to help his patients achieve the best possible results.

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Are there any long-term side effects to LASIK surgery?

LASIK surgery has been performed since 1991 in Europe, and is based on another vision correction technique that has been used for more than 40 years. For many years, various clinical studies have been performed and each has failed to demonstrate any long-term harmful effects on the cornea.

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What is the history of the excimer laser and laser vision correction?

Developed in 1976 by IBM, the excimer laser was originally used to etch computer microchips. Thanks to its extreme precision, the excimer laser soon became an attractive tool for other applications. In 1987, the first laser vision correction surgery was performed, and between 1987 and 1995 numerous laser manufacturers including VISX® and Summit Technology worked toward FDA approval to use the excimer laser in the United States, which was granted in 1996.

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Will laser vision correction cure presbyopia?

A condition that usually occurs as patients reach their 40s, presbyopia is marked by a lack of flexibility in the eye's lens which causes the eye to lose some of its focusing capability. Laser vision correction does not affect the condition of the eye related to presbyopia.

Patients from throughout the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex interested in learning more about laser vision correction can contact our LASIK eye surgery center to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Mazaheri.

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