The short and reassuring answer is no; a needle is not used in your eye for laser eye surgery. Instead, gentle, numbing anaesthetic eye drops are applied, making the procedure painless and comfortable. You are awake but can relax knowing that no injections or sharp instruments go into the eye.
What to Expect During Laser Eye Surgery
People also ask: What can I expect during laser eye surgery? You can be assured that the laser eye surgery procedure is uncomplicated and quick. First, anaesthetic drops are placed in the eye, so you don’t feel pain. A small eyelid holder is used to keep your eye gently open. It feels unusual but not uncomfortable.
The surgeon then uses a very precise laser to reshape the cornea, correcting your vision in a few minutes.
People are usually surprised at how quick the laser eye surgery procedure is. After treatment, you’ll be given little eye shields to wear, eye drops and clear aftercare instructions. Immediately afterwards, your vision will be slightly misty, but most people notice improved vision as soon as they stand up after the procedure.
Why No Needle is Needed for Laser Eye Surgery
Of course, people wonder: Does laser eye surgery hurt? But thanks to the numbing, anaesthetic eye drops, the procedure doesn’t hurt. The surface of the eye responds very well to these drops, meaning that injections are unnecessary and the procedure is not uncomfortable. Click here to find out more about what happens on the laser eye surgery day.
You may also wonder: Does laser eye surgery hurt afterwards? This depends on the type of laser eye surgery. LASIK is usually a bit uncomfortable for a few hours, and LASEK is a bit more uncomfortable for longer. But people’s experiences of the discomfort after these different type of surgery vary greatly. Some say they hardly had any discomfort, while others say it was painful for a short while. But you should receive advice and medication to get you through the first few hours after the treatment in case you have some pain.
During the following weeks and months, some patients experience some dryness or sensitivity, but this is usually temporary and manageable with eye drops.
At Laser Eye Surgery Birmingham, we pride ourselves on offering safe, high-quality care with clear explanations at every step. Our team ensures you feel comfortable, confident, and fully supported before, during, and after your treatment.
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