Vision Correction Surgery

Who can qualify for vision correction surgery?

Perfect candidates are individuals with at least one year of stable prescriptions over the age of 18, good overall eye health, and conditions that do not contraindicate, such as extreme dry eyes or some corneal diseases. All this will be done after a thorough evaluation by an ophthalmologist, who will then determine the strategy that is best for the procedure.

Why should you consider having it done?

Vision correction surgery is a boon for many who have been striving to find the right combination of glasses and contact lenses. It improves the clarity of vision, which can contribute a lot toward a better lifestyle by being able to even go swimming or playing sports without having to use or worry about eyeglasses or contacts.

Which of the following is a common type of vision correction surgery?

Tender Palm Eye Hospital offers many advanced alternatives, including:-

• LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) – A popular laser procedure to reshape the cornea by removing microscopic layers.
• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) – A laser technique for patients with very thin corneas, wherein the corneal surface layer is removed before reshaping it.
• SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) – A minimally invasive procedure that uses laser technology to correct myopia as well as astigmatism.
• Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICL)-  are suitable for those having a high number of myopics or short-sighted patients.

How is the surgery done?

This procedure varies from type of surgery to surgery, but all have the following steps –

• Pre-operative Eye Measurement – Eye Measurements for Cornea Mapping and Application of Numbing Eye Drops.
• Surgical Procedure –
• First, a corneal flap is created in LASIK, reshaped through laser, and at the end, the flap is repositioned.
• PRK removes the corneal surface layer that regenerates after reshaping the cornea.
• SMILE – It is similar to that of lenticule extraction by laser through a small incision.
• ICL installs a biocompatible lens inside the eye through a very small incision.
• Completion – The whole process is painless and requires 15 to 30 minutes for the eye.

Is it painful?

No, the surgery is painless as numbing drops are used; patients may experience mild discomfort such as dryness or grittiness during the recovery phase.

What are the risks of vision correction surgery?

Vision correction surgery is a very safe procedure, but it includes some risks, like –

• Dry eyes in initial recovery period.
• Glare or halos around lights at night.
• Under-corrected or over-corrected vision requiring enhancements.
• Extremely rare complications such as infection or flap complications (in LASIK).

Most of these are reduced at Tender Palm Eye Hospital by modern technology and thorough pre-operative assessments.

Benefits of Vision Correction Surgery

The surgery has benefits such as:

• Improved sight— Most patients have vision at least up to 20/20 or better.
• Breaking free from visual aids— little use of spectacles or contact lenses.
• Quick results— within hours to days, improvement in vision could be noticed.
• A better lifestyle facilitates easier participation in everyday life and recreational activities.

Do the results persist?

In the past, the results have mostly remained. However, conditions such as presbyopia or cataracts, which advance with age, might lead to a secondary treatment for vision.

Can all refractive errors be corrected?

Almost all refractive errors can be corrected by means of vision correction. However, there are some patients that are too highly prescribed to be operable, or certain conditions of the eyes render them ineligible for the surgery. Recovery & Outlook

What does recovery from surgery entail?

It varies depending on the procedure, such as:

LASIK and SMILE – Vision for most patients is usually clear within 24-48 hours after surgery.

PRK – It may take a few days to weeks for vision to improve because of surface healing.

ICL – Clarity is immediate but with minor adjustments for days. Post-operative instructions will often include, but are not limited to, the following –

• Avoid touching the eyes.
• Take prescribed eye drops to prevent dryness and infection.
• Protect the eyes from dust and bright light with sunglasses.

When can normal life be resumed after a surgery?

Most patients return to work or activities of daily living after a few days. Exercises requiring a lot of energy, swimming, or contact sports should generally not be done for 1-2 weeks according to the physician’s recommendations.

What is the future of vision correction surgery for patients?

Most of the patients are satisfied with the results and have enjoyed clear vision for many years without any fluctuations. Most importantly, regular visits to the eye care will keep the eyes healthy and take care of age-wise changes.

Why Tender Palm Eye Hospital for Vision Correction Surgery in Lucknow, India?

Tender Palm Eye Hospital is the most trusted advanced eye surgery centre for vision correction. With trained, performance-managed ophthalmologists, our team bestows personalized care to ensure optimal results starting from a patient’s first consultation with a specialist till the last postoperative follow-up visit.

So please contact us for a consultation and take the first step toward clearer, sharper vision. Tender Palm Eye Hospital has one of the most advanced and state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to excellence, bringing new dimensions to eye care and becoming an active partner in visual freedom.

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