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LASIK (laser- assisted in situ keratomileusis) eye surgery is not an alien word in the present scenario. Everyone one is well aware about the growing popularity of this refractive surgery. Of late, countless people are opting for it in order to get rid from their contact lenses or eye glasses. In simple words, it can be described as a surgery which corrects far-sightedness, near-sightedness and astigmatism. Also known as Blade free LASIK surgery, lets throw some light on hidden yet important facts about the surgery.

Who can go for the surgery?

Laser corrective eye surgery is performed on those people who are 21 or older. Moreover, the operation can only be performed if cornea of the eye is clear and healthy. In other words, it can be said that if anyone, older than 21 years of age, is having unclear cornea, he would not qualify for the operation.

How the surgery is performed?

Firstly, eye drops are placed in the eye area to numb it. After that, ophthalmologist places two tools over eyes, one for applying suction to cornea and other to keep eyelids open for performing operation. Then, laser beams are used for reshaping cornea so that eye's focusing power can be changed and vision gets corrected.

How long would operation last?

Usually, laser eye surgery would take 15-20 minutes time to complete.

Is post-operation any after care is required?

For preventing any kind of infection and minimizing the chances of detachment of corneal flap, patients are advised to avoid rubbing an eye area. Moreover, wearing black glasses, avoid going in sunlight, avoid cooking, etc. are some precautions that need to follow for minimum 7 days, though not necessary.

Is there any side-effects of the surgery?

There are no major side-effects of the laser eye surgery. A person can experience blurred vision for a few days after the surgery. However, the vision becomes clear with the passage of time.

Being termed as expensive surgical procedure, the popularity of the surgery is growing tremendously. Reason being, the success rate of the surgery is very high due to which people do not think twice while going for LASIK eye surgery. A worth disclosing fact is that a number of eye tests needs to be carried out before performing the surgery by ophthalmologist. Thus, it is necessary to consult with him if you are considering for the blade free surgery.