What to expect on the day of your specs removal surgery?

You must be eager about the procedure of specs removal surgery. At Sohana Hospital, we have advanced procedures like SMILE, LASIK and Contoura Vision and ICL(Implantable Collamer Lens). Well, here's a complete guide to what you should expect on the day of your surgery.

Pre-Procedure Preparations

In preparation for your surgery day, our ophthalmologists will first see you and analyze all your details. They will look into your eye condition and provide advice on the procedure that should be done: either SMILE, LASIK, or Contoura Vision or ICL. On the day of surgery, it would be best that you present yourself in the hospital earlier. Dress comfortably: try to avoid makeup, cream, and perfumes because they might interfere with the treatment.

Reporting to the Hospital

Once you arrive at the facility, you will be logged into the reception. Our receptionists will always be so friendly and accommodating when processing your admission as well as answering any last minute questions you may have. Introduction to the surgeon, who then will explain the procedure and make you comfortable. This is the time to ask questions about specifics about SMILE, LASIK, or Contoura Vision, ICL.

 Evaluation before the surgery

Immediately before surgery starts a series of rapid quick checks will occur. These could include testing your visual acuity, a measurement of the corneal thickness, and ensuring that your pupils are ready for surgery. Our team will cater a plan for your personal requirements and needs. You may also have some drops put into your eye to numb it.

Surgical Procedure

1. SMILE Procedure: For SMILE, a small and precise size corneal incision is created. Using a femtosecond laser, the surgeon creates a lenticule which gets extracted through an incision.You can see the results immediately as the recovery process is fast and much less pain for the patient as it is a minimally invasive technique.

2. LASIK Surgery: The LASIK surgery is the procedure in which a flap is created in the cornea with a laser. Upon movement of the flap, a laser carves out the underlying corneal tissue to correct your vision and then replaces it to heal quickly.

3. Contoura Vision: An advanced technique that uses topographic mapping to create your precise treatment plan. Your individualized visual needs are utilized so that the laser reshapes the cornea perfectly to achieve maximal outcomes.

This surgery will last about 15 to 30 minutes for one eye, and you will be awake throughout the surgery. You should expect some noise from the laser or a bit of pressure, but you should feel less pain.

4. ICL(Implantable Collamer Lens): Helps in treating poor refractive errors by placing Collamer lenses into your eye. ICL is a better option for those people who have very thin cornea, thus making ICL the best option for them.

Post-Procedure Care

After the procedure, you'll spend a little time in an aftercare area. You will be cared for by the staff as everything goes well. You might feel a bit fuzzy or dry in the first few hours after surgery, but that usually improves by time.

You will be given detailed aftercare instructions, including how to use prescribed eye drops and what activities to avoid for the first few days. It's very important to follow those guidelines in order to make sure you get the best result from your surgery. Most patients can go back to routine activities the next day or so.

Follow-up Appointments

Sohana hospital always insists on follow-up care. You will have a few follow-ups  to monitor the recovery process. This will also ensure that your vision is improving as it should be. Meanwhile, this is also an opportunity to ask questions or express concerns as may be.

Why Sohana Hospital?

We take pride at Sohana Hospital through the application of the latest technology and the best-skilled ophthalmologists in the advanced eye care center. Ranging from SMILE, LASIK to Contoura Vision and ICL, we focus on making different vision requirements according to patient interest. The hallmark that gives you the best experience is patient comfort, which is our priority.

Conclusion

Specs removal surgery is considered as one of the most crucial operations for correcting all refractive errors and for attaining clear vision. Knowing what to expect on the day of surgery helps alleviate anxieties. Sohana Hospital with its advanced eye care center is particularly designed to bring life without glasses or contact lenses closer to you; schedule a consultation today!