Does it hurt?
Zyoptix is a virtually painless operation. During the procedure, your vision will become blurred and you may be aware of a slight movement on your eye and a sensation of pressure. After the treatment, your eyes may feel slightly gritty and watery for a few hours, but you should not experience any significant pain.
What will you experience right after Zyoptix treatment
After the treatment, you may experience some after-effects of the surgery. Most of these are quite normal and will disappear quickly. They could include: dry eyes and a gritty feeling after long periods of sleep or in very dry environments. You will be given drops for this. hazy, unstable vision and glare with night vision; possibly an overall tenderness of the cornea.
Is it permanant?
Yes, Zyoptix is permanent. One treatment is all that most people need, however, 5-10% of patients need some additional fine-tuning (re-treatment) to get the bestdesired possible vision correction.
How quickly will my eyes recover?
You
should be able to see better 1-2 hours after the treatment has been completed,
but you’ll notice the really dramatic difference when you wake up
the next day. Even though your sight will be reasonably good soon after
Zyoptix, your eyesight will not have recovered sufficiently to allow you
to drive. You should be able to drive after your first check-up –
but do not drive until your surgeon says it is safe to do so. Most people
soon get back to their normal routine – even going back to work the
next day. However, this will depend on your type of work – you should
take 2-3 days’ rest if you use a computer, for example. Avoid contact
sports and swimming for 2-3 weeks.
What are the alternatives if I'm not suitable for Zyoptix?
Most people who want Zyoptix are able to have it, but if not, your surgeon will be happy to discuss alternatives with you. For example, PRK or prescription implanted intraocular lenses may be good alternatives. A few people may have to accept the fact that they are going to need spectacles or contact lenses – and it is worth knowing that Bausch & Lomb manufactures a contact lens that can be worn continuously for up to 30 days. This new range is called PureVision and corrects up to - 9.00 dioptres.