Does LASIK Hurt? Know the Ins & Outs of This Popular Eye Surgery!
Are you thinking about getting LASIK surgery? If so, you probably have a lot of questions. One of them being “Does LASIK hurt”? But, before answering this question, let’s give you an overview of this procedure and how it benefits you.
Well, LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a common eye surgery used to address vision issues like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. During the procedure, a laser is used to reshape the cornea. It improves how light is focused on the retina. LASIK often results in better eyesight and lessens the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Now is the time for the good news! The LASIK procedure is generally painless. However, you may experience some discomfort after LASIK. This blog is here to provide you with information regarding what you may expect during and after LASIK eye surgery. Continue reading Does LASIK Hurt? Know the Ins & Outs of This Popular Eye Surgery!
Dr. Azhar I. Salahuddin is an ophthalmologist and is fellowship-trained in cornea, external diseases, and refractive surgery. Dr. Salahuddin has been performing cataract surgery for over 19 years and specializes ocular reconstruction, corneal transplantation surgery as well as vision correction through a variety of intraocular lenses. Dr. Salahuddin is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and was trained at Boston University.