Lasik Eye Surgery in Iran

Lasik Eye Surgery in Iran

What is LASIK Eye Surgery?

How long does Lasik last for?

LASIK eye surgery is the best known and most commonly performed laser refractive surgery to correct vision problems. Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) can be an alternative to glasses or contact lenses.

During LASIK surgery, a special type of cutting laser is used to precisely change the shape of the dome-shaped clear tissue at the front of your eye (cornea) to improve vision.

In eyes with normal vision, the cornea bends (refracts) light precisely onto the retina at the back of the eye. But with nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) or astigmatism, the light is bent incorrectly, resulting in blurred vision.

Glasses or contact lenses can correct vision, but reshaping the cornea itself also will provide the necessary refraction.

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Before LASIK Eye Surgery

Why it's done

LASIK surgery may be an option for the correction of one of these vision problems:

. Nearsightedness (myopia). When your eyeball is slightly longer than normal or when the cornea curves too sharply, light rays focus in front of the retina and blur distant vision. You can see objects that are close fairly clearly, but not those that are far away.

. Farsightedness (hyperopia). When you have a shorter than average eyeball or a cornea that is too flat, light focuses behind the retina instead of on it. This makes near vision, and sometimes distant vision, blurry.

. Astigmatism. When the cornea curves or flattens unevenly, the result is astigmatism, which disrupts focus of near and distant vision.

If you're considering LASIK surgery, you probably already wear glasses or contact lenses. Your eye doctor will talk with you about whether LASIK surgery or another similar refractive procedure is an option that will work for you.

What is refractive error?

In the human eye, the front surface (cornea) and lens inside the eye form the eye's "focusing system" and are primarily responsible for focusing incoming light rays onto the surface of the retina, much like the lenses of a camera focus light onto the film. In a perfect optical system, the power of the cornea and lens are perfectly matched with the length of the eye and images are in focus; any mismatch in this system is called a refractive error, and the result is a blurred image at some location.

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Risks and Side effects

Complications that result in a loss of vision are very rare. But certain side effects of LASIK eye surgery, particularly dry eyes and temporary visual problems such as glare, are fairly common.

These usually clear up after a few weeks or months, and very few people consider them to be a long-term problem.

Risks of LASIK surgery include:

. Dry eyes. LASIK surgery causes a temporary decrease in tear production. For the first six months or so after your surgery, your eyes may feel unusually dry as they heal. Dry eyes can reduce the quality of your vision.

Your eye doctor might recommend eyedrops for dry eyes. If you experience severe dry eyes, you could opt for another procedure to get special plugs put in your tear ducts to prevent your tears from draining away from the surface of your eyes.

. Glare, halos and double vision. You may have difficulty seeing at night after surgery, which usually lasts a few days to a few weeks. You might notice increased light sensitivity, glare, halos around bright lights or double vision.

Even when a good visual result is measured under standard testing conditions, your vision in dim light (such as at dusk or in fog) may be reduced to a greater degree after the surgery than before the surgery.

. Undercorrections. If the laser removes too little tissue from your eye, you won't get the clearer vision results you were hoping for. Undercorrections are more common for people who are nearsighted. You may need another LASIK procedure within a year to remove more tissue.

. Overcorrections. It's also possible that the laser will remove too much tissue from your eye. Overcorrections may be more difficult to fix than undercorrections.

. Astigmatism. Astigmatism can be caused by uneven tissue removal. It may require additional surgery, glasses or contact lenses.

. Flap problems. Folding back or removing the flap from the front of your eye during surgery can cause complications, including infection and excess tears. The outermost corneal tissue layer may grow abnormally underneath the flap during the healing process.

. Regression. Regression is when your vision slowly changes back toward your original prescription. This is a less common complication.

. Vision loss or changes. Rarely, surgical complications can result in loss of vision. Some people also may not see as sharply or clearly as previously.

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Conditions that increase risks

Certain health conditions can increase the risks associated with LASIK surgery or make the outcome less predictable.

Doctors may not recommend laser refractive surgery for you if you have certain conditions, including:

. Autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis

. A weakened immune system caused by immunosuppressive medications or HIV.

. Persistent dry eyes

. Recent changes in vision due to medications, hormonal changes, pregnancy, breast-feeding or age.

. Inflammation of the cornea, lid disorders, eye injuries or eye diseases, such as uveitis, herpes simplex affecting the eye area, glaucoma or cataracts.

Who is not eligible for LASIK eye surgery?

LASIK eye surgery is usually not advisable if you:

. Have an eye disease that causes the cornea to thin and bulge, or if you have a family history of it.

. Have fairly good overall vision

. Have severe nearsightedness

. Have very large pupils or thin corneas

. Have age-related eye changes that cause vision to be less clear

. Participate in contact sports that may be associated with blows to the face

. Are younger than 18

. Are pregnant or nursing

. Have other health issues such as diabetes, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis.

If you're considering LASIK surgery, talk to your doctor about your questions and concerns. Your doctor will discuss whether you're a candidate for the procedure or other similar procedures.

Advantages

What are the advantages of LASIK surgery?

In summary, despite the risks outlined above, LASIK has been proven to be safe and effective for most people. With careful patient screening and selection, reasonable expectations, and in the care of an experienced surgeon, most patients will be very pleased with their results. These are some of the other advantages of LASIK:

. LASIK is able to accurately correct most levels of myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism.

. The procedure is fast, usually lasting only 30 minutes or less.

. Because the laser is guided by a computer, it is very precise and results are very accurate.

. In most cases, a single treatment will achieve the desired outcome; however, enhancements are possible if needed, even many years after the initial surgery.

. There’s very little, if any, pain involved.

. There aren’t any bandages or stitches.

Disadvantages

What are the disadvantages of LASIK surgery?

. Because each patient will heal slightly differently, results may vary from patient to patient.

. LASIK could make some aspects of your vision worse, including night vision with glare and halos.

. LASIK may make dry-eye symptoms worse in certain individuals.

. In rare circumstances, LASIK can make your vision worse and not correctable with regular glasses or contact lenses.

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How you prepare

Steps you can take to prepare for surgery include:

. Arrange for a ride home. You'll need to have someone drive you to and from your place of surgery. Immediately after surgery, you might still feel the effects of medicine given to you before surgery, and your vision may be blurry.

. Skip the eye makeup. Don't use eye makeup, cream, perfumes or lotions on the day before and the day of your surgery. Your doctor may also instruct you to clean your eyelashes daily or more often in the days leading up to surgery, to remove debris and minimize your risk of infection.

What you can expect

Before the procedure

Long-term results from LASIK tend to be best in people who are carefully evaluated before surgery to ensure that they are good candidates for the procedure.

If you wear contact lenses, which can change the shape of your cornea, you'll need to completely stop wearing them and wear only your glasses for at least a few weeks before your evaluation and surgery. Your doctor will provide specific guidelines depending on the type of contacts you wear and how long you've been a contact lens wearer.

During the evaluation, your eye doctor will ask about your medical and surgical history and give you a comprehensive eye examination to evaluate your vision and assess whether you can undergo the procedure safely.

Your doctor will look for signs of:

. Eye infection

. Inflammation

. Dry eyes

. Large pupils

. High eye pressure

Your eye doctor will also measure your cornea, noting the shape, contour, thickness and any irregularities. Your eye doctor will evaluate which areas of your cornea need reshaping and determine the precise amount of tissue to remove from your cornea.

Doctors generally use wavefront-guided technology to evaluate your eye in detail before LASIK surgery. In this test, a scanner creates a highly detailed chart, similar to a topographic map, of your eye. The more detailed the measurements, the more accurate your eye doctor can be in removing corneal tissue.

Before surgery, your doctor will discuss the risks and benefits of LASIK surgery, what to expect before and after surgery, and any questions you may have.

During LASIK Eye Surgery

During the procedure

LASIK surgery is usually completed in 30 minutes or less. During the procedure, you lie on your back in a reclining chair. You may be given medicine to help you relax.

After numbing drops are placed in your eye, your doctor uses an instrument to hold your eyelids open.

A suction ring placed on your eye just before cutting the corneal flap may cause a feeling of pressure, and your vision may dim a little.

Your eye surgeon uses a small blade or cutting laser to cut a small hinged flap away from the front of your eye. Folding back the flap allows your doctor to access the part of your cornea to be reshaped.

Using a programmed laser, your eye surgeon reshapes parts of your cornea. With each pulse of the laser beam, a tiny amount of corneal tissue is removed. After reshaping the cornea, the surgeon lays the flap back into place. The flap usually heals without stitches.

During the surgery, you'll be asked to focus on a point of light. Staring at this light helps you keep your eye fixed while the laser reshapes your cornea. You may detect a distinct odor as the laser removes your corneal tissue. Some people describe smelling an odor similar to that of burning hair.

If you need LASIK surgery in both eyes, doctors will generally conduct the procedure on the same day.

After LASIK Eye Surgery

After the procedure

After the procedure, you might have one or more of the following symptoms that usually improve over the following weeks to months:

. Blurry or hazy vision

. Dry, itchy eyes

. Sensitivity to light

. Visual disturbances such as double vision, a glare, and halos

It’s very important that you don’t rub or poke your eye after LASIK because it can move the flap out of position and disrupt the healing process.

You generally will experience little pain, and you'll usually recover your vision quickly.

You might be given pain medication or eyedrops to keep you comfortable for several hours after the procedure. Your eye doctor might also ask you to wear a shield over your eye at night until your eye heals.

You'll be able to see after surgery, but your vision won't be clear right away. It takes about two to three months after your surgery before your eye heals and your vision stabilizes. Your chances for improved vision are based, in part, on how good your vision was before surgery.

You'll have a follow-up appointment with your eye doctor one to two days after surgery. He or she will see how your eye is healing and check for any complications. Plan for other follow-up appointments during the first six months after surgery as your doctor recommends.

It might be a few weeks before you can start to use cosmetics around your eyes again. You might also have to wait several weeks before resuming strenuous contact sports, swimming or using hot tubs.

Follow your doctor's recommendations about how soon you can resume your normal activities.

Frequently, you won’t have to wear your glasses or contacts anymore after you have LASIK. However, if your vision isn’t fully corrected, you may still need them for certain tasks such as reading or driving.

LASIK permanently and irreversibly reshapes your cornea. However, this doesn’t mean your vision will remain sharp for the rest of your life. LASIK can’t stop eye changes that are part of the normal aging process.

Around the age of 40, almost everyone needs reading glasses because close-up vision has become blurry due to presbyopia. This condition can’t be fixed by LASIK.

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When to see your doctor

See your doctor right away if any of the following happens after LASIK:

. New symptoms develop

. Vision gets worse (beyond the normal haziness/blurriness that occurs after the procedure)

. Severe pain develops

. You get hit or poked in the eye that had the procedure

Results

LASIK often offers improved vision without the hassle of glasses or contact lenses. In general, you have a very good chance of achieving 20/25 vision or better after refractive surgery.

More than 8 out of 10 people who've undergone LASIK refractive surgery no longer need to use their glasses or contact lenses for most of their activities.

Your results depend on your specific refractive error and other factors. People with a low grade of nearsightedness tend to have the most success with refractive surgery. People with a high degree of nearsightedness or farsightedness along with astigmatism have less predictable results.

In some cases, the surgery might result in undercorrection. If this happens, you might need another surgery to achieve the proper correction.

Rarely, some people's eyes slowly return to the level of vision they had before surgery. This might happen due to certain conditions, such as abnormal wound healing, hormonal imbalances or pregnancy. Sometimes this change in vision is due to another eye problem, such as a cataract. Talk with your doctor about any vision changes.

How long does LASIK last?

Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is a surgical procedure that can improve your vision. It permanently reshapes the tissue in the front of your eye, and these changes last your whole life.

However, most people’s vision gets worse over time as part of the natural aging process. LASIK can’t stop this, so your vision may become blurry again as you get older.

How long these changes occur after your LASIK procedure will depend on how old you are when you have LASIK and if you have any other progressive eye conditions.

What is LASIK Eye Surgery?

LASIK eye surgery is the best known and most commonly performed laser refractive surgery to correct vision problems. Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) can be an alternative to glasses or contact lenses.

During LASIK surgery, a special type of cutting laser is used to precisely change the shape of the dome-shaped clear tissue at the front of your eye (cornea) to improve vision.

In eyes with normal vision, the cornea bends (refracts) light precisely onto the retina at the back of the eye. But with nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) or astigmatism, the light is bent incorrectly, resulting in blurred vision.

Glasses or contact lenses can correct vision, but reshaping the cornea itself also will provide the necessary refraction.

About Iranian Surgery

Iranian surgery is an online medical tourism platform where you can find the best ophthalmologists in Iran. The price of a LASIK Eye surgery in Iran can vary according to each individual’s case and will be determined based on photos and an in-person assessment with the doctor. So if you are looking for the cost of LASIK Eye surgery in Iran, you can contact us and get free consultation from Iranian surgery.

Before LASIK Eye Surgery

Why it's done

LASIK surgery may be an option for the correction of one of these vision problems:

. Nearsightedness (myopia). When your eyeball is slightly longer than normal or when the cornea curves too sharply, light rays focus in front of the retina and blur distant vision. You can see objects that are close fairly clearly, but not those that are far away.

. Farsightedness (hyperopia). When you have a shorter than average eyeball or a cornea that is too flat, light focuses behind the retina instead of on it. This makes near vision, and sometimes distant vision, blurry.

. Astigmatism. When the cornea curves or flattens unevenly, the result is astigmatism, which disrupts focus of near and distant vision.

If you're considering LASIK surgery, you probably already wear glasses or contact lenses. Your eye doctor will talk with you about whether LASIK surgery or another similar refractive procedure is an option that will work for you.

What is refractive error?

In the human eye, the front surface (cornea) and lens inside the eye form the eye's "focusing system" and are primarily responsible for focusing incoming light rays onto the surface of the retina, much like the lenses of a camera focus light onto the film. In a perfect optical system, the power of the cornea and lens are perfectly matched with the length of the eye and images are in focus; any mismatch in this system is called a refractive error, and the result is a blurred image at some location.

Risks and Side effects

Complications that result in a loss of vision are very rare. But certain side effects of LASIK eye surgery, particularly dry eyes and temporary visual problems such as glare, are fairly common.

These usually clear up after a few weeks or months, and very few people consider them to be a long-term problem.

Risks of LASIK surgery include:

. Dry eyes. LASIK surgery causes a temporary decrease in tear production. For the first six months or so after your surgery, your eyes may feel unusually dry as they heal. Dry eyes can reduce the quality of your vision.

Your eye doctor might recommend eyedrops for dry eyes. If you experience severe dry eyes, you could opt for another procedure to get special plugs put in your tear ducts to prevent your tears from draining away from the surface of your eyes.

. Glare, halos and double vision. You may have difficulty seeing at night after surgery, which usually lasts a few days to a few weeks. You might notice increased light sensitivity, glare, halos around bright lights or double vision.

Even when a good visual result is measured under standard testing conditions, your vision in dim light (such as at dusk or in fog) may be reduced to a greater degree after the surgery than before the surgery.

. Undercorrections. If the laser removes too little tissue from your eye, you won't get the clearer vision results you were hoping for. Undercorrections are more common for people who are nearsighted. You may need another LASIK procedure within a year to remove more tissue.

. Overcorrections. It's also possible that the laser will remove too much tissue from your eye. Overcorrections may be more difficult to fix than undercorrections.

. Astigmatism. Astigmatism can be caused by uneven tissue removal. It may require additional surgery, glasses or contact lenses.

. Flap problems. Folding back or removing the flap from the front of your eye during surgery can cause complications, including infection and excess tears. The outermost corneal tissue layer may grow abnormally underneath the flap during the healing process.

. Regression. Regression is when your vision slowly changes back toward your original prescription. This is a less common complication.

. Vision loss or changes. Rarely, surgical complications can result in loss of vision. Some people also may not see as sharply or clearly as previously.

Conditions that increase risks

Certain health conditions can increase the risks associated with LASIK surgery or make the outcome less predictable.

Doctors may not recommend laser refractive surgery for you if you have certain conditions, including:

. Autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis

. A weakened immune system caused by immunosuppressive medications or HIV.

. Persistent dry eyes

. Recent changes in vision due to medications, hormonal changes, pregnancy, breast-feeding or age.

. Inflammation of the cornea, lid disorders, eye injuries or eye diseases, such as uveitis, herpes simplex affecting the eye area, glaucoma or cataracts.

Who is not eligible for LASIK eye surgery?

LASIK eye surgery is usually not advisable if you:

. Have an eye disease that causes the cornea to thin and bulge, or if you have a family history of it.

. Have fairly good overall vision

. Have severe nearsightedness

. Have very large pupils or thin corneas

. Have age-related eye changes that cause vision to be less clear

. Participate in contact sports that may be associated with blows to the face

. Are younger than 18

. Are pregnant or nursing

. Have other health issues such as diabetes, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis.

If you're considering LASIK surgery, talk to your doctor about your questions and concerns. Your doctor will discuss whether you're a candidate for the procedure or other similar procedures.

Advantages

What are the advantages of LASIK surgery?

In summary, despite the risks outlined above, LASIK has been proven to be safe and effective for most people. With careful patient screening and selection, reasonable expectations, and in the care of an experienced surgeon, most patients will be very pleased with their results. These are some of the other advantages of LASIK:

. LASIK is able to accurately correct most levels of myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism.

. The procedure is fast, usually lasting only 30 minutes or less.

. Because the laser is guided by a computer, it is very precise and results are very accurate.

. In most cases, a single treatment will achieve the desired outcome; however, enhancements are possible if needed, even many years after the initial surgery.

. There’s very little, if any, pain involved.

. There aren’t any bandages or stitches.

Disadvantages

What are the disadvantages of LASIK surgery?

. Because each patient will heal slightly differently, results may vary from patient to patient.

. LASIK could make some aspects of your vision worse, including night vision with glare and halos.

. LASIK may make dry-eye symptoms worse in certain individuals.

. In rare circumstances, LASIK can make your vision worse and not correctable with regular glasses or contact lenses.

How you prepare

Steps you can take to prepare for surgery include:

. Arrange for a ride home. You'll need to have someone drive you to and from your place of surgery. Immediately after surgery, you might still feel the effects of medicine given to you before surgery, and your vision may be blurry.

. Skip the eye makeup. Don't use eye makeup, cream, perfumes or lotions on the day before and the day of your surgery. Your doctor may also instruct you to clean your eyelashes daily or more often in the days leading up to surgery, to remove debris and minimize your risk of infection.

What you can expect

Before the procedure

Long-term results from LASIK tend to be best in people who are carefully evaluated before surgery to ensure that they are good candidates for the procedure.

If you wear contact lenses, which can change the shape of your cornea, you'll need to completely stop wearing them and wear only your glasses for at least a few weeks before your evaluation and surgery. Your doctor will provide specific guidelines depending on the type of contacts you wear and how long you've been a contact lens wearer.

During the evaluation, your eye doctor will ask about your medical and surgical history and give you a comprehensive eye examination to evaluate your vision and assess whether you can undergo the procedure safely.

Your doctor will look for signs of:

. Eye infection

. Inflammation

. Dry eyes

. Large pupils

. High eye pressure

Your eye doctor will also measure your cornea, noting the shape, contour, thickness and any irregularities. Your eye doctor will evaluate which areas of your cornea need reshaping and determine the precise amount of tissue to remove from your cornea.

Doctors generally use wavefront-guided technology to evaluate your eye in detail before LASIK surgery. In this test, a scanner creates a highly detailed chart, similar to a topographic map, of your eye. The more detailed the measurements, the more accurate your eye doctor can be in removing corneal tissue.

Before surgery, your doctor will discuss the risks and benefits of LASIK surgery, what to expect before and after surgery, and any questions you may have.

During LASIK Eye Surgery

During the procedure

LASIK surgery is usually completed in 30 minutes or less. During the procedure, you lie on your back in a reclining chair. You may be given medicine to help you relax.

After numbing drops are placed in your eye, your doctor uses an instrument to hold your eyelids open.

A suction ring placed on your eye just before cutting the corneal flap may cause a feeling of pressure, and your vision may dim a little.

Your eye surgeon uses a small blade or cutting laser to cut a small hinged flap away from the front of your eye. Folding back the flap allows your doctor to access the part of your cornea to be reshaped.

Using a programmed laser, your eye surgeon reshapes parts of your cornea. With each pulse of the laser beam, a tiny amount of corneal tissue is removed. After reshaping the cornea, the surgeon lays the flap back into place. The flap usually heals without stitches.

During the surgery, you'll be asked to focus on a point of light. Staring at this light helps you keep your eye fixed while the laser reshapes your cornea. You may detect a distinct odor as the laser removes your corneal tissue. Some people describe smelling an odor similar to that of burning hair.

If you need LASIK surgery in both eyes, doctors will generally conduct the procedure on the same day.

After LASIK Eye Surgery

After the procedure

After the procedure, you might have one or more of the following symptoms that usually improve over the following weeks to months:

. Blurry or hazy vision

. Dry, itchy eyes

. Sensitivity to light

. Visual disturbances such as double vision, a glare, and halos

It’s very important that you don’t rub or poke your eye after LASIK because it can move the flap out of position and disrupt the healing process.

You generally will experience little pain, and you'll usually recover your vision quickly.

You might be given pain medication or eyedrops to keep you comfortable for several hours after the procedure. Your eye doctor might also ask you to wear a shield over your eye at night until your eye heals.

You'll be able to see after surgery, but your vision won't be clear right away. It takes about two to three months after your surgery before your eye heals and your vision stabilizes. Your chances for improved vision are based, in part, on how good your vision was before surgery.

You'll have a follow-up appointment with your eye doctor one to two days after surgery. He or she will see how your eye is healing and check for any complications. Plan for other follow-up appointments during the first six months after surgery as your doctor recommends.

It might be a few weeks before you can start to use cosmetics around your eyes again. You might also have to wait several weeks before resuming strenuous contact sports, swimming or using hot tubs.

Follow your doctor's recommendations about how soon you can resume your normal activities.

Frequently, you won’t have to wear your glasses or contacts anymore after you have LASIK. However, if your vision isn’t fully corrected, you may still need them for certain tasks such as reading or driving.

LASIK permanently and irreversibly reshapes your cornea. However, this doesn’t mean your vision will remain sharp for the rest of your life. LASIK can’t stop eye changes that are part of the normal aging process.

Around the age of 40, almost everyone needs reading glasses because close-up vision has become blurry due to presbyopia. This condition can’t be fixed by LASIK.

When to see your doctor

See your doctor right away if any of the following happens after LASIK:

. New symptoms develop

. Vision gets worse (beyond the normal haziness/blurriness that occurs after the procedure)

. Severe pain develops

. You get hit or poked in the eye that had the procedure

Results

LASIK often offers improved vision without the hassle of glasses or contact lenses. In general, you have a very good chance of achieving 20/25 vision or better after refractive surgery.

More than 8 out of 10 people who've undergone LASIK refractive surgery no longer need to use their glasses or contact lenses for most of their activities.

Your results depend on your specific refractive error and other factors. People with a low grade of nearsightedness tend to have the most success with refractive surgery. People with a high degree of nearsightedness or farsightedness along with astigmatism have less predictable results.

In some cases, the surgery might result in undercorrection. If this happens, you might need another surgery to achieve the proper correction.

Rarely, some people's eyes slowly return to the level of vision they had before surgery. This might happen due to certain conditions, such as abnormal wound healing, hormonal imbalances or pregnancy. Sometimes this change in vision is due to another eye problem, such as a cataract. Talk with your doctor about any vision changes.

How long does LASIK last?

Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is a surgical procedure that can improve your vision. It permanently reshapes the tissue in the front of your eye, and these changes last your whole life.

However, most people’s vision gets worse over time as part of the natural aging process. LASIK can’t stop this, so your vision may become blurry again as you get older.

How long these changes occur after your LASIK procedure will depend on how old you are when you have LASIK and if you have any other progressive eye conditions.

1How much does Lasik cost in India?
Lasik surgery cost in india costs start from $600 and comes to $1400 per eye, depending on the type of procedure chosen.
2What happens if you blink during Lasik?
Blinking and moving during LASIK eye surgery is very rarely a problem. ... Numbing drops are applied before the surgery to make the process more comfortable and lower your urge to blink. A small device is also put into place to keep your eyelids open. In addition, movement of the head and body are not of much concern.
3Does laser eye surgery last forever?
DONNENFELD: It is a very persistent myth, people thinking that LASIK is not permanent and that it may only last a few years. The reality is, LASIK permanently corrects the vision prescription – your nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism – that you come in with to have the procedure.
4What can you not do after laser eye surgery?
You should also avoid getting products such as hair spray and shaving lotion in your eyes while healing from laser eye surgery. Avoid rubbing your eyes for the first week after laser eye surgery. ... No swimming for at least 10 days after laser eye surgery. No eye makeup for at least 1 week after laser eye surgery.
5Are you awake during Lasik?
Do I Have To Be Awake During LASIK? LASIK surgery usually takes less than 10 minutes and does not require general anesthesia. ... If you fear you will be anxious during the procedure, your LASIK surgeon will give you a mild sedative or other medication prior to surgery to help you relax.
6Is Lasik surgery painful?
In most cases, PRK and LASIK does not hurt during or immediately after the procedure. Before your LASIK eye surgery begins, numbing eye drops are used to alleviate any pain or discomfort to the eye during the procedure. ... LASIK does not hurt during the procedure, however you may feel some pressure on your eyes.
7What happens if you sneeze during Lasik?
Professor Dan Reinstein explains that looking away, blinking, coughing or sneezing during the procedure does not affect the results of Laser Eye Surgery.
8What are the disadvantages of laser eye surgery?
Despite the pluses, there are some disadvantages to LASIK eye surgery: LASIK is technically complex. Rare problems may occur when the doctor creates the flap, which can permanently affect vision. ... Your best vision is the highest degree of vision that you achieved while wearing your contacts or eyeglasses.
9Can you go blind from Lasik?
Can You Go Blind From LASIK? ... The American Refractive Surgery Council reports that there are no actual cases of blindness resulting directly from LASIK surgery, and the success rate is as high as 96 percent. That being said, complications from surgery such as infections may result in a level of vision loss or blindness.
10Can your eyes get worse after Lasik?
The eye quickly adapts to your new vision. However, it is possible that your eye sight will worsen after Laser Eye Surgery due to an unavoidable part of the body's ageing process.It's important to point out this is not because the effects of Laser Eye Surgery are temporary.
11Do you still need reading glasses after Lasik surgery?
Since LASIK surgery is typically performed to correct distance vision and refractive errors rather than issues stemming from presbyopia, whether or not you will need reading glasses after LASIK depends on your age. ... If you're under 40, LASIK surgery will not cause you to need reading glasses, contrary to misconceptions.
12Can you have Lasik surgery twice?
Even after LASIK, patients will get presbyopia or cataracts. ... A second procedure is necessary if refractive errors were not corrected during LASIK. If a second procedure has been deemed necessary, another flap will be created. Most surgeons won't perform a second LASIK procedure unless it's 5-10 years after LASIK.
13Can I watch TV after laser eye surgery?
Continue to avoid getting water in your eyes within the first 72 hours after a laser eye surgery procedure. ... Reading, working on the computer and watching television can be resumed 24 hours after LASIK surgery. If necessary, you may want to keep your eyes lubricated during these activities.
14Can you see immediately after Lasik surgery?
Your eyes start healing immediately after your LASIK surgery, and the initial healing usually occurs rapidly. But it's normal to experience some blurred vision and fluctuations in your vision for several weeks or even months after LASIK. ... In most cases, vision should be stable and clear at the six-month post-op visit.
15Can I use my phone after Lasik?
In the first day after LASIK surgery, it's important that patients avoid using their computer. The same hold true for using a smart phone or tablet, playing video games, and watching television. All of these activities can cause eyestrain to occur and can seriously affect the healing process
16What do you feel during Lasik?
Before your LASIK eye surgery, your provider will administer eye drops. These feel like any other eye drops, but they have a local anesthetic that numbs your eyes within a few moments. ... The effect is that your eye becomes numb, and you'll feel no pain during the procedure.

31 Comments

  1. Mona says:

    Hey, I’m soon coming to Iran to do a laser eye surgery. Which are the most recommended( best experienced) clinics in Iran when it comes to LASIK and PRK?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      hello mona
      Most of the international patients come to Iran for eye-related disorders as eye care hospitals with specially trained Iranian doctors offer a well-equipped facility for the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of all ophthalmic diseases and eye related problems.
      Eye care hospital in Iran and eye surgery in Iran is famous for the international standards and facilities along with the latest procedures in minimal incision surgeries such as LASIK. Refractive surgery also known as LASIK is gaining popularity in Iran as the success rate of LASIK eye surgery in Iran is as high as it is in the abroad and cost of this eye surgery in Iran is very affordable. The availability of best hospitals in India for LASIK eye surgery, cataract eye surgery,glaucoma treatment and the reasonable price range for these treatments has made a lot of medical tourists come to Iran.
      In Iran, you may get various eye care treatments in an affordable range where you can save up to one-third of what it costs in the US or the UK and even Australia. On an average, a LASIK eye surgery cost for both eyes in Iran is around $600 in contrast with the surgery costs of $4,500 in the US.

      • Sirwan mohammed says:

        Hi I like come to Iran for my eye surgery bout my eye description very high what I can to do which that

        • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

          hello dear Sirwan, please send me a message on WhatsApp in order to provide you with necessary information. This is my WhatsApp number +989019290946. Thank you

  2. hasan al dobeiri says:

    Does Lasik SUITABLE for everyone?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      LASIK surgery can treat severe degrees of nearsightedness, moderate amounts of farsightedness and astigmatism, but LASIK is not right for everyone. While the goal of LASIK surgery is to reduce dependency on glasses or contact lenses, having LASIK cannot guarantee 20/20 vision.

  3. reza says:

    What if I blink or move my eye during the lasik surgery?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      Your surgeon will use a small speculum to hold your eyelids open during the procedure; so blinking is not a concern. Some patients experience slight pressure from the speculum. You will focus on a blinking light during the procedure. Uncontrollable movements of the eye are expected, and the advanced lasers used for LASIK surgery include an eye tracker, which follows these movements to ensure the accurate delivery of laser pulses.

  4. rasheed says:

    My question is that What kind of doctor does Lasik eye surgery?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor (MD) or a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) who specializes in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are trained to performeye exams, diagnose and treat disease, prescribe medications and perform eye surgery. They also write prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lensesAn ophthalmologist is a medical doctor (MD) or a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) who specializes in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are trained to performeye exams, diagnose and treat disease, prescribe medications and perform eye surgery. They also write prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses

  5. nahi@ayran says:

    Whats the matter if I blink during lasik eye surgery?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      Blinking and moving during LASIK eye surgery in iran is very rarely a problem. … Numbing drops are applied before the surgery to make the process more comfortable and lower your urge to blink. A small device is also put into place to keep your eyelids open. In addition, movement of the head and body are not of much concern

  6. Frank says:

    Can I get Lasik eye surgery If my eyes are still changing?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      Generally there is no upper age limit to laser eye surgery in iran. However, it is important to note that once you hit your 40s, you may still need reading glasses to correct near vision due to a normal, age-related condition called presbyopia. … As noted above, a dry eye condition should be treated before LASER eye surgery

  7. rahman says:

    Is there any positive about lasik?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      Most patients see positive results from LASIK quickly. But everyone responds differently. It is normal to have blurriness, light sensitivity, tearing and mild discomfort right after surgery. Additionally, one of your eyes could heal faster than the other.

  8. MAJA says:

    Im 29 years old and need lasik,is it a good age for lasik or I have to wait?

  9. noor says:

    How Do I Know If I Have LASIK Surgery?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      An ophthalmologist can be helpful, but there are some requirements:
      You must have healthy eyes, such as eyes without glaucoma, infection, cataracts, dry eyes, or other conditions that may affect treatment after surgery.
      • You must be at least 21 years old, in some cases we have some exception.
      • Your vision score should be constant at least one year before surgery.
      • If you are pregnant or in pregnancy care, hormonal changes can affect your vision. You should wait for your hormones to return to normal condition.
      You should not have degenerative or autoimmune disease, as this will affect your recovery.

  10. bianka says:

    How many exams do I need after LASIK?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      Depending on your surgery, there may be the next day, a week or a month later, as well as three months later. Your doctor will tell you if more examinations are needed.

  11. bozena says:

    Can both eyes be operated simultaneously?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      The answer is yes unless you have another request, otherwise your doctor may have both eyes operated simultaneously.

  12. Sara says:

    Can i use Color contacts after the surgery after 1 week ?

    • Iranian Surgery Adviser says:

      hello sara,
      Most LASIK eye surgeons in Iran recommend that you wait two to three months after LASIK before being fitted with contact lenses. you can also ask your eye doctor or LASIK surgeon for his or her specific recommendation about this if you want to wear contacts after LASIK.

  13. Most LASIK eye surgeons in Iran recommend that you wait two to three months after LASIK before being fitted with contact lenses. you can also ask your eye doctor or LASIK surgeon for his or her specific recommendation about this if you want to wear contacts after LASIK.

  14. laleh safdari says:

    Hi
    I am diabetic, do you think I can do eye surgery? Please give your reply to my email address. Many thanks

    • Iranian Surgery says:

      hello dear laleh safdari.
      please send your medical document for on what’s app
      00989019290946

  15. Thank you for sharing this article, it helped me a lot in gaining information about the Lasik eye surgery. Everything is clear to me now after reading this article. Looking forward to read articles from you.

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