Eye drops are used to numb the eyes, but you are awake and comfortable for the brief procedure. There are no needles or shots. Often, but not always, the improvement in vision is immediate. In other cases, the vision consistently improves during the first post-operative week. Your optometrist or surgeon will examine you the first day following the procedure to assess your healing process and further counsel you.
Ocular discomfort is usually mild and subsides within a few days of the surgery.
Some patients experience blurry vision or gritty, dry eyes for a few days afterward. Generally patients return to work and resume most normal activities in one to two days. As with any surgery, there are risks involved. Undesirable side effects of any type are extremely rare, but can occur for anyone. Discuss these considerations with your eyecare provider prior to deciding if LVC is right for you.