Immediately after your surgery, you should keep your eyes closed and try to sleep for three to four hours . For the first four days and nights following your LASIK procedure, wear the eye shields or goggles provided by LASIK Vision Centers of Cleveland.
How long should I rest my eyes after LASIK?
When you get home, rest your eyes for 2-4 hours and avoid any strenuous activity. You can return to your normal routine the next day. Protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses if you’re outside during the day and eye shields in bed at night.
Do you have to keep eyes closed after LASIK?
It is best to go home, close both eyes and rest for the remainder of the day following the LASIK procedure . Keeping your eyes closed will minimize the discomfort and speed your visual recovery.
How long do I have to sleep with eye shield after LASIK?
Keep your eyes closed for at least 3-4 hours except to eat, use the restroom or get to and from your car. sleep on your stomach, you will need to wear the shields for 4 weeks . The shields should rest against the bones of the brow and cheek and not the eyelids. Do not wear eye make-up (mascara, eyeliner) for 5 days.
How can I speed up my LASIK recovery?
- Keep your follow-up appointments. The day following your LASIK procedure, you will have a checkup. ...
- Take it easy. ...
- Luxuriate with a bath. ...
- Use eye drops as recommended. ...
- Play no sports. ...
- Wear eye protection. ...
- Dim light is recommended. ...
- Make it all about you!
Is sleeping good after LASIK?
Sleep is an important part of healing, and the earlier you start recovering, the better. The best thing you can do is keep your eyes closed for at least 3 hours after LASIK. It’s okay if you don’t fall asleep . The act of closing your eyes and resting them can make a big difference during the recovery process.
Can I drink caffeine after LASIK?
Before and after your LASIK procedure it is advised that you avoid caffeinated drinks, including coffee . Caffeine can cause your eyes to feel dry, which can make it more difficult for you to fully relax during and after the procedure.
What happens if you accidentally rub your eyes after LASIK?
Rubbing your eyes after LASIK can easily lead to a dislodged flap , which can cause serious damage to the cornea and damage to vision. Not wearing the eye shields while sleeping. While you’re sleeping, it is easy to forget that your corneas are fragile.
Why is my vision getting worse after LASIK?
One of the biggest causes of vision changes after laser eye surgery is presbyopia . This is an age-related condition that occurs as the lens in the eye stiffens and hardens. This makes it more difficult for the eye to focus on items that are up close.
Is it OK to cry after LASIK?
It’s okay to cry after LASIK . Whether your eyes are watery or you happen to cry for an emotional reason, natural tears won’t harm the corneal flaps or hinder the healing process. Crying can actually help keep your eyes lubricated.
How many days after LASIK can I shower?
Generally speaking, you should wait at least 24 hours after LASIK before washing your face. This is the same guideline that we give our patients for showering. As with showering, you need to avoid getting soap and water in your eyes for a minimum of several days.
Can I watch TV after LASIK?
It’s fine to watch TV after taking a nap following your LASIK procedure . However, smaller digital screens can irritate your eyes immediately after surgery.
What happens if you don’t wear sunglasses after LASIK?
That means even on cloudy days, you should still wear sunglasses. The sun’s brightness could cause discomfort after LASIK and while you recover. Also, after LASIK, going outside without sunglasses could cause your vision to become cloudy. When this happens, it’s called a corneal haze .
Can you sleep on your side after LASIK?
At bedtime, wear your eye shield for at least one week if you sleep on your back or side , and two weeks if you sleep on your stomach. This will prevent you from rubbing your eyes during asleep.
What should I avoid after LASIK?
- Swimming. After eye surgery, you should avoid swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and other bodies of water like lakes and rivers for at least two weeks. ...
- Exercise and Sports. ...
- Applying Makeup. ...
- Phone and Computer Screens. ...
- UV Exposure.
What are the do’s and don’ts after LASIK?
Yes, on an average most people recover after a week to 10 days . Some take longer, even up to about 6 weeks.
