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Vision Correction Post-Surgery Guidelines (Various Procedures)

2DAY LASEK

  • Post-Surgery Eye Drops: Use prescribed antibiotics, artificial tears, anti-inflammatory drops, and painkillers as directed.
  • Symptoms: Watery eyes, foreign body sensation, mild redness, and difficulty opening eyes. Pain levels may vary between eyes.
  • Protective Lenses: Avoid rubbing eyes or excessive blinking to prevent lens dislodgement. Use artificial tears as needed.
  • Hygiene: Avoid water contact until protective lenses are removed. After removal, normal washing and shampooing are allowed.
  • Makeup: Sunscreen and skin makeup are allowed after lens removal. Avoid heavy eye makeup for 1 week.
  • Sunglasses/Protective Glasses: Use for 2–3 months to protect against UV and irritation outdoors. Not needed indoors.
  • Exercise: Light exercise is okay after lens removal. Avoid strenuous activities for 1 week.
  • Swimming/Water Activities: Allowed after lens removal.
  • Additional Notes: Perms and dyeing are allowed 2 weeks post-surgery. Light drinking is fine after lens removal.

SMILE LASIK

  • Post-Surgery Eye Drops: Use prescribed antibiotics and artificial tears as directed.
  • Precautions: Do not rub eyes for 2 weeks.
  • Symptoms: Eye discomfort, tearing, and sensitivity may occur, along with dizziness or headaches.
  • Hygiene: Shower below the neck on the day of surgery; avoid water contact with eyes. Face washing and shampooing are okay from the day after surgery.
  • Makeup: Skin makeup allowed the next day; eye makeup is fine after 1 week.
  • Perms/Dyeing: Wait 1 week.
  • Exercise: Avoid vigorous activity for 1 week.
  • Swimming/Water Activities: Wait 1 month.
  • Sauna/Hot Baths: Wait 1 month.

Lens Implantation

  • Precautions: Avoid rubbing eyes or heavy lifting for 1 month.
  • Hygiene: Avoid water contact with eyes for 2 weeks.
  • Sleep: Use a protective eye shield and avoid sleeping face down.
  • Makeup: Skin makeup after 2 weeks; eye makeup after 1 month.
  • Shower/Bath: Gentle showers allowed after 3–4 days; avoid public baths and saunas for 1 month.
  • Perms/Dyeing: Wait 1 month.
  • Exercise: Light exercise is okay after 1 week; avoid vigorous activity for 1 month.

Cataract Surgery

  • Precautions:
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      • Avoid touching the operated eye for 1 week.
      • Visit the clinic daily for 3 days post-surgery.
      • Avoid heavy lifting or lowering your head for 1 month.
    • Hygiene: Cleanse the face with a damp cloth excluding the eyes for 2 weeks. Wash hair with head tilted back for 2 weeks.
    • Sleep: Avoid lowering your head or sleeping face down. Use a protective shield for 1 month.
    • Shower/Bath: Gentle showers allowed immediately; avoid saunas for 1 month.
    • Exercise: Walking is okay after 3 days; avoid intense activities.
    • Perms/Dyeing: Wait 1 month.
    • Alcohol: Avoid alcohol intake to prevent inflammation.
    • Sunglasses/Protective Glasses: Use outdoors for 2–3 months to avoid UV damage and irritation.