Most side effects are considered mild. Many resolve within a short time following surgery or with proper treatment. Possible side effects may include but are not limited to:
Dry Eyes: Eye drops may help stimulate tear production and resolve this problem.
Glare: This may occur as halos or starbursts of light occurring most often at night.
Infection: The rate of post-operative infection is relatively low. Many studies suggest it is less than 1%.
Corneal Abrasion: Some patients may develop a small abrasion following surgery. If this does occur, your surgeon can prescribe eye drops that will provide comfort and promote healing within a few days.
Induced astigmatism: Some patients will experience astigmatism following surgery, even where they did not have this visual problem before. This may result in slight blurred vision, and typically can be managed with a re-treatment or enhancement.
Over-correction or Under-correction: The risk of an over- or under-correction is low. However, if you are over-corrected or under-corrected after surgery, it may be re-treated after stabilization.