You may also be given protective eye shields to place over your eyes to prevent you from rubbing your eyes while sleeping during the first night, and sunglasses to reduce the discomfort the sunlight may cause. During this early postoperative period it is important to not squeeze or rub the eyes. Antibiotic and anti-inflammatory drops are used to prevent infection and decrease inflammation. After leaving the surgery, many patients will feel the need to rest for a few hours. Later that evening, most patients feel very well and are extremely pleased with their results already.
Many patients go back to work the next day, while others wait a few days.
You will need to go for a post-operative check up with Dr. Carney following your procedure to ensure that your eyes are healing as expected. There are a few restrictions for a week or so following your procedure, but as long as you follow Dr. Carney's instructions, you should be free to resume all of your normal activities thereafter. The surgery is painless. The laser is programmed to correct myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. Your surgery will be handled by our experienced PRK surgeon Dr. Carney.