How long does laser eye surgery recovery take?

You may be considering vision correction surgery, but you’re not sure if you’ll need a lot of time off work or how long the vision correction recovery takes.

Vision correction surgery is a widespread procedure that many people choose to have done. However, some people worry about how much time1https://www.opticalexpress.co.uk/laser-eye-surgery/aftercare-recovery#:~:text=Your%20laser%20eye%20surgery%20recovery%20time%20will%20depend%20on%20a,take%20up%20to%20seven%20days they will need to take off work.

The truth is, most patients are back to work in the same week2https://www.opticalexpress.co.uk/laser-eye-surgery/aftercare-recovery#:~:text=Most%20LASIK%20patients%20return%20to,the%20best%20advice%20for%20you. they get the surgery done, and many the next day. There may be slight discomfort immediately after the surgery, but this typically goes away within a few days.

Take a quick and free self-test  to see if you’re suitable for vision correction.

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Find out if you are suitable for vision correction

Not everyone is eligible for vision correction surgery.

Find out if you could benefit from this life changing surgery by taking the quick self-suitability quiz below:

Our most popular procedures

  • SMILE Pro

  • LASIK
  • SmartSurfACE (a form of PRK)
  • Lens replacement
  • Lifestyle cataract surgery

Discover if you can be free from glasses and contact lenses

The best way to find out if laser eye treatment is right for you is to have a free assessment. We’ll examine your eyes and you’ll get a clear answer from our experts on your suitability and laser vision correction options.

Hi, I’m Dr Aanchal Gupta, your laser and cataract surgeon in Adelaide

Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the joy of helping thousands of patients of all ages gain clear vision and freedom from glasses and contact lenses.

Laser eye surgery is a skill. Performing vision correction at a world-class standard hinges upon the expertise of your surgeon and their access to state-of-the-art tools.

I understand that getting eye surgery is a serious decision. Your eyes are unique and you should demand a custom solution tailored to your needs, lifestyle and goals. That’s why we offer a free appointment so we can meet and I can take the time to answer your questions and talk through any concerns you have.

I am passionate about helping patients transform their lives. I look forward to spending time with you at our gorgeous eye clinic in the heart of Adelaide to see whether you could gain exceptional vision without the need for glasses or contacts.

Dr Aanchal Gupta

MBBS, M.Med. (Ophth. Sci.), Grad. Dip. (Refract. Surg.), FRANZCO
Expert Laser Eye and Cataract Surgeon