Frequently Asked Questions about Lasik Surgery

• Will Lasik hurt

No, your eyes will be numbed during the procedure. Some patients feel some mild pressure as we make the flap.

• Can I affect the outcome by moving my eyes

No, our lasers have advanced infrared eye tracking with iris registration software which monitors the position of the eye 60 times a second and adjusts the laser beam to account for any eye motion.

• Can I observe surgery prior to my operation

Yes, we encourage you to visit our centers prior to surgery to see live surgery and learn more about Lasik.

• What can I expect on the day of surgery

You will be at the surgical center for 1-2 hours on the day of surgery. Additional testing will be performed and
you will meet with Dr. Teplick to review your surgery and have all your questions answered. You will be in the operating suite for about 15 minutes and the procedure itself takes about 5 minutes. You will be given detailed instructions on your postoperative care.

• How long should I be off work

You should take the day of surgery and the next day off, if possible. We will examine you the day after surgery.  Thereafter most patients are able to resume full activities. Common sense precautions to avoid trauma to the eyes should be taken.

• Can I drive right away after surgery

Do not drive the day of surgery. Most people can drive comfortably thereafter.

• What causes haloes and glare after surgery

Most of these symptoms occur at night when the pupil dilates, allowing more light to enter the eye causing optical
aberrations. These symptoms are more common in patients with larger pupils and we will check your
pupil size prior to surgery. Modern laser technology however has improved the quality of the laser treatment,
greatly diminishing the incidence of glare and haloes in our patients.

• What is Monovison

If you are over 45 years old you may wish to inquire about monovision, a technique that allows you to see well up close in one eye, the other eye being corrected for distance. We may wish to try this out with a contact lens prior to surgery to see if you like it.

• Do I have to go without my contacts before having laser vision correction?

There is no need to remove your contacts for the initial consultation to determine your candidacy. However, they need to be out prior to your preoperative exam. Hard or gas permeable contacts need to be out at least a month prior to the exam. Soft lenses should be out for at least 1 week. You will be instructed further at your consultation.