Lasik is a laser eye surgery that improves your vision by reshaping your cornea with a laser. It is one of the most common types of vision correction surgery in the world with more than 10 million people undergoing it each year. There are several different types of Lasik surgeries but in general they all have the same goal: reshaping the surface of your eye to create more space for incoming light so you see better. However, like all surgeries there are potential side effects from the procedure that can last indefinitely. Here we take a look at some of the long term effects of Lasik surgery.
What happens during a Lasik procedure?
During the Lasik procedure the laser is used to reshape your cornea. The cornea is the clear covering that allows light to enter your eye and focuses it on the retina, which is responsible for converting light into signals. The cornea is usually about the thickness of a human hair and it is very important for good vision. If it is not shaped correctly, you may experience problems with your vision. The Lasik procedure reshapes the cornea by making it thinner in certain areas so that light can travel through the eye more easily.The Lasik procedure is performed by putting you under general anesthesia and numbing the eye with eye drops. A laser is used to create two distinct areas on the cornea called a flap and a bed. The Lasik flap is raised with a small blade. The bed is left intact. The cornea is reshaped so light can travel more easily through it. The flap is put back in place. The surface of the eye is treated with antibiotics to prevent infections.
Loss of blinking reflex
One of the most common side effects of Lasik surgery is a loss of the blinking reflex. This means that you will not be able to close your eyes. The reason for this is that the nerve that is responsible for closing your eyes is usually about the same length as the Lasik flap. If you close your eyes when you are having eye surgery, the Lasik flap may touch the nerve, causing you to lose the reflex.There are a few ways to deal with this issue. You can have a patch put over your eye so you can still see without closing your eyes. Alternatively, you can have an eye patch put on your other eye so the unoperated eye can close. This can help you feel more comfortable.
Loss of corneal sensation and irregularities in the cornea’s surface
The cornea is the eye’s outer surface and is responsible for focusing light onto the retina. The cornea is also where the light is inverted to create images. When the surface of the cornea is not right, you may experience difficulties with your vision. The cornea is made up of five layers: epithelium, Bowman’s layer, stroma, Descemet’s membrane, and endothelium. Lasik uses a laser to reshape the cornea by removing the epithelium and the Bowman’s layer.The cornea does not contain any pain sensors. This means that you may not be able to feel pain in the eye while you are having surgery. This can make it difficult to determine when the laser has finished and the doctor has begun to move the flap back into place. This is because the laser is used to reshape the cornea. The surface of the eye can become irregular and have bumps. This can lead to further complications.
Glare and light sensitivity
Another common side effect is glare and light sensitivity. This is when light entering the eye is too intense and you have difficulty seeing in bright light. This can be caused by irregularities in the surface of the cornea. The surface of the cornea can be irregular because of the laser used to reshape the cornea. You may also notice that the glare and light sensitivity are worse when you are in a moving vehicle or at work.There are a few ways to deal with glare and light sensitivity. You can use anti-reflective lenses or a yellow tinted contact lens. If you find that you are still experiencing pain after the Lasik procedure, you can ask your doctor for anti-inflammatory medication. This can help prevent the cornea from becoming too irritated.
Visual changes and alterations to the way you see
One of the most common side effects of Lasik surgery is visual changes. You may notice that you have difficulty seeing in bright light. This is because the cornea has been reshaped and the way light travels through the eye has changed. You may also notice that you have trouble seeing objects in the distance. This is because the cornea has been reshaped and the way light travels through the eye has changed.You may also notice that colours are more vivid. This is because the cornea has been reshaped and the way light travels through the eye has changed.You should also be aware that your vision may not return to normal right away. In general, you will notice improvements after a few weeks.However, it is important to note that you should not expect to see the same as you did before having surgery. You may experience some irregularities and changes in your vision that may not go away entirely.
Eye infections and loss of sight
Another serious and potentially life-threatening side effect is an eye infection. The cornea is a very sensitive organ in the eye. This means it can become irritated more easily. You may experience a decrease in the number of tears produced by the eye, which means the cornea is more sensitive to irritation. This can cause the cornea to become so irritated that it becomes infected.To prevent eye infections, you should follow the instructions given to you by your doctor. This includes keeping the eye area clean and rinsing your eye with clean, sterile solution. If you experience eye pain or irritation, you should see your doctor. If you have an eye infection, you may need to be treated with antibiotics.