Q: What post operative limitations are placed on a patient?
A: One must be very careful two weeks post operatively not to rub the eyes. Doing so could cause a wrinkle in the flap. We ask that patients do not go swimming or in a hot tub for two weeks. No eye make-up for one week. Limit lifting to below 30 lbs. for three days after the procedure.

Q: What is the post operative care regimen?
A: We prescribe an anti-biotic and steroid drop four times a day for seven days after the procedure. We ask patients to use a preservative free rewetting drop/natural tear for a month to three months.

Q: Are glare and hallows still a problem for patient's post-operative?
A: Everyone will have some night glare and halos while healing. This traditionally goes away after 3-4 weeks. Long term halos and night glare, which were often a problem with conventional lasik, are much less likely give the new wavefront treatment - CustomCornea.

Q: What happens if the electricity should go out during a procedure?
A: The laser has a battery powered back up in which a procedure can be completed.

Q: How is near vision impacted by having refractive surgery?
A: This depends on the individual’s age, and prescription. We can give a person feedback at a consultation, and/or pre-operative exam on how ones close-up vision may be impacted.

Q: What is PRK?
A: PRK (Photo-Refractive Keratectomy) or surface ablation teats refractive errors by first removing tissue for the surface of the cornea. Unlike with lasik, no flap is created. Since we added Intralase, all laser surgery, in 2003 we have found the number of PRK treatments have declined. This is due to the fact that the Intralase creates a thinner, finer flap that the previously used device a bladed microkeratome. But there are still times when PRK is a better option for a patient. If an individual's cornea tissue is extremely thin, or if there is scarring on or near the cornea, long term results are excellent.  Short-term there is discomfort and the patient will likely need to stay out of work for three to five days.

Q: What are the common side effects of having refractive surgery?
A: Treatment with artificial tears is typically all patients require to optimize their vision.  In extreme cases other prescriptions and methods can help and individuals recuperate.

Short term side effects include slight fluctuation of vision, glare and or halos until one has healed completely.

Q: What if I should develop cataracts after having lasik surgery?
A: One can have cataract surgery after lasik surgery. Please be sure to let you eye doctor know that you had lasik surgery in the past.