If you're about to get Lasik eye surgery you're probably excited about how it can enhance your vision. Lasik eye surgery is a proven and effective method for correcting vision problems very quickly. However, there are some side effects that you need to be aware of so that you can recover very quickly.

Stay Hydrated

One of the things that happen when you have Lasik eye surgery is that your eyes will begin to dry out. Dry eyes can be very uncomfortable, to say the least. Try to drink as much water as possible before and after the procedure to ensure that you are properly hydrated. This will prevent dry eyes and allow your eyes to recover more quickly.

Avoid Contact Lenses

If you wear contact lenses, your ophthalmologist will ask you to stop wearing these for a few weeks before the surgery. You will be told the amount of time you need to avoid wearing contacts based on the type of contacts you have. If you have soft contacts, you will probably have to avoid wearing them for less time than you would hard contact lenses. 

Avoid Makeup and Face Cream

Clean your face thoroughly before surgery. Avoid wearing makeup or any kind of cream on your face. The last thing you want is for anything to interfere with the lasers that are used during the procedure. Keeping your face free of makeup and skincare products will ensure that no contaminants get into the eye.

Be Comfortable

You are going to be awake for most of the surgery so you want to make sure that you are wearing comfortable clothes. Being uncomfortable while getting the procedure done can make you unable to relax. 

Needless to say that you want to make sure that you are as relaxed as possible with a procedure such as this. It will help you and your ophthalmologist focus on the procedure itself, instead of trying to help you to stay calm and comfortable during the procedure.

Additionally, make sure you have someone to drive you home after the procedure is finished. Having a ride waiting so you can go home and relax is an important part of preparing for the procedure.

Get Ready for Surgery

Getting ready for surgery is important. You need to make sure that you are aware of what you need to do before the procedure so that you can prepare as much as possible. The more prepared you are, the smoother your surgery will go.

To learn more about preparing for Lasik eye surgery, talk to an eye doctor in your area. 

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