The actual procedure takes less than ten minutes, with only seconds of laser time. However, you should plan on being at the laser center for two hours to allow time for final testing of your vision. The treatment itself is painless. Your eyes will be numbed with drops during the procedure. There is usually some degree of foreign body sensation for the first day or two after surgery.
Most patients can return to work after two days, and can usually drive after seven days.
The healing time is much longer than after Lasik surgery. It is your choice if you wish to have both eyes treated at the same time. For convenience sake, most patents prefer to have both eyes treated on the same day. The type of visual problem you have, as well as the general health of your eyes will be determined at your initial complimentary examination. Dr. Alexandra Chebil M.D. will help you determine which procedure will benefit you most.