Anesthetic drops will be placed in your eye, then the doctor will position your head under the laser, and a retainer will be placed to gently and comfortably hold your eyelids open during treatment. The treatment begins with the removal of the outermost layer of the cornea. Then, you will focus on a blinking light. Microscopic amounts of tissue, less than the thickness of a human hair, will be removed from your cornea by the gently pulsing light. Afterwards, some drops will be placed in your eye for protection and comfort.
Results vary with each individual.
Your vision should be improved immediately after treatment. Some patients may experience small vision changes during the first several months, which is a normal occurrence. Some people go back the day after treatment. Two or three days are suggested. There are risks with any procedure.