LASIK Pre-Procedure Checklist! Prepare Your Eyes for the Best Results

1. Stop Wearing Contact Lenses Before Examination and Before LASIK

You should remove contact lenses at least 3–7 days in advance (for soft lenses) or 2–3 weeks (for rigid gas permeable lenses) because contact lenses can temporarily change the shape of the cornea, causing inaccurate measurements prior to LASIK.

2. Get Adequate Rest Before the Day of LASIK

Getting full sleep and rest will help keep the eyes moist, reduce dry eye symptoms after LASIK, and contribute to faster recovery.

3. Avoid Makeup, Perfume, and Eye Creams on the Day of LASIK

Chemicals or cosmetics may compromise the sterility of the operating room. Therefore, they should be avoided for the safety of the eyes during the LASIK procedure.

4. Prepare Sunglasses for Use After LASIK

After LASIK, the eyes will be more sensitive to light than usual. Wearing sunglasses will help reduce irritation and protect against UV light, which may affect the cornea's healing process.

5. Inform the Doctor if You Have Any Underlying Diseases or Medications You Are Taking

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Certain medications may affect wound healing after LASIK, such as steroids or immunosuppressants. Therefore, you should inform the doctor of this information before the surgery.

6. Plan for Eye Rest Days After LASIK

Although most people can see well within 24 hours after LASIK, resting your eyes for 2–3 days will help stabilize the results and reduce eye fatigue.

🌟 Summary

Preparation before LASIK is not complicated, but it is a step that helps achieve the best possible results, including clarity, safety, and recovery. If you fully follow the doctor's instructions, your LASIK procedure will be the starting point for clear and confident vision once again.