How long is the recovery time after lasek surgery

lasek surgery is an excimer laser subepithelial flap corneal resurfacing procedure, which is performed to correct refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and other refractive errors. Recovery time after this type of surgery usually takes 1~3 days. Excimer laser subepithelial flap keratomileusis involves the complete peeling of the corneal epithelial layer with a peeler, followed by laser cutting of the corneal surface underneath the epithelium, and then finally the epithelial layer is reset. This type of surgery has less damage to the tissues inside the eye, has a shorter recovery period and does not require hospitalization, in most cases 1~3 days can be recovered, basically does not affect the normal work and life. After the surgery, you should pay attention to eye hygiene, avoid prolonged close-distance use of the eyes, pay attention to a balanced diet and nutrition, wear an eye mask when sleeping, and follow the doctor’s instructions for medication. Regular follow-up, if there is any eye discomfort during the recovery period, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time.