One of people’s biggest concerns regarding LASIK is that they have to be awake during LASIK eye surgery. But we are here to reassure you that you have nothing to fear. The procedure begins with numbing eye drops, and if need be, a mild sedative to help you relax and feel at ease. You won’t have to focus your energy on blinking because a specially designed instrument holds your eyes open for you. A computer laser tracks your eye movement to guarantee precision and in just 15 minutes or less, both eyes are done.
Here’s an example of how simple and quick LASIK eye surgery is: if you can stare straight ahead for 45 seconds (as long as it takes to watch a traffic light) then you can undergo LASIK.
Research shows that many people’s fear of being awake during surgery prohibits them from even going to an initial LASIK consultation. While we understand why the idea of being conscious during surgery doesn’t sound like much fun, we want to remind you that you are in expert hands. We’ll do everything we can to make you feel as calm and relaxed as possible.
Now, it’s up to you to ask questions. A recent study by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery found that patients who were well educated about LASIK eye surgery were more satisfied with their results than those who were less informed. We encourage our patients to ask anything that comes to mind.
Ready to get your questions answered? Attend one of our free monthly seminars and sign up for a free consultation. You’ll feel more comfortable and confident, and be able to make a better decision on whether LASIK is right for you.