When can I wash my eyelids after Lasik?
A Guide to Post-LASIK Facial Cleansing
Generally speaking, you should wait at least 24 hours after LASIK before washing your face. This is the same guideline that we give our patients for showering. As with showering, you need to avoid getting soap and water in your eyes for a minimum of several days.
How can I clean my eyelashes after Lasik?
Your lashes may become sticky because of accumulated material. Make sure you clean them using a cotton bud soaked in warm boiled water– stroking the lashes away from your eyelids. You will tend to have dry eyes following Lasik and this can last for 6 to 12 weeks while your nerves regenerate.
Can you cry after LASIK?
It’s okay to cry after LASIK. Whether your eyes are watery or you happen to cry for an emotional reason, natural tears won’t harm the corneal flaps or hinder the healing process. Crying can actually help keep your eyes lubricated.
Can I sleep on my side after LASIK?
At bedtime, wear your eye shield for at least one week if you sleep on your back or side, and two weeks if you sleep on your stomach. This will prevent you from rubbing your eyes during asleep. In terms of activity, light exercise is permissible, but excessive workouts should be avoided for at least five days.
Is it normal to have eye boogers after LASIK?
Dry eye is another common side effect of this procedure in the months following Houston LASIK surgery. You may find excess crusty mucus after a night of sleep and even may experience excessive tearing that can cloud your vision temporarily.
Can you wear mascara after LASIK?
On Make-up After Laser Eye Surgery
It may be advised to avoid wearing mascara for up to two weeks following the treatment. That includes any type of waterproof mascara as it can be more difficult to remove and can irritate your eyes.
When should I stop wearing makeup before LASIK?
So, exactly how long should you wait before wearing makeup after LASIK? Generally, it is best to wait a week. However, this can be discussed on a case-by-case basis with your doctor. Some patients are suited to put on makeup a few days after LASIK depending on the doctor’s orders.
Is it OK to watch TV after LASIK surgery?
While it’s tempting to use that time to catch up on emails or text people about your experience, you need to give your eyes a break. It’s fine to watch TV after taking a nap following your LASIK procedure. However, smaller digital screens can irritate your eyes immediately after surgery.
What can’t you do after laser eye surgery?
General aftercare advice
Avoid getting water in your eyes for a week after treatment. Avoid eye makeup for 2 weeks following surgery. Avoid using sun beds for 8 weeks following treatment. Avoid smoking or smoky areas for 1 week after surgery.