A laser vision correction surgery is always preceded by a thorough qualifying examination during which a doctor verifies the possibility of performing the procedure and chooses the most suitable correction method. The examination also allows the doctor to rule out contraindications and potential complications – if there was any risk of complications, you would not even be qualified for the procedure.
The surgery is performed on the surface of the cornea and does not affect the inside of the eye or the optic nerves, hence there is no possibility of vision loss as a consequence of the procedure. Vision improvement is usually immediate and directly after the surgery the patient does not need to wear corrective glasses anymore. However, it may take from a few weeks up to six months before vision fully stabilises and the expected result is obtained, the length of the stabilisation period depending on how severe the corrected vision defect was and to what extent the patient follows the post-operative guidelines provided by the doctor.
As far as returning to work after the surgery is concerned, how soon you can resume your duties is determined by such factors as the applied correction method and the character of your work.
You are not allowed to stay in dusty environments or lift any heavy weights for approximately a month after the surgery. If you work in front of a computer screen, depending on the correction method applied, you may experience oversensitivity to light emitted by the screen. It is recommended to refrain from working on the computer for about a week after the procedure to enhance corneal regeneration.