The idea of undergoing any surgery can be a bit unpleasant. And when that surgery involves your eyes (your primary connection to the world around you), it’s all the more natural to wonder, “Is LASIK surgery safe?”
Some other concerns that may follow include: “Is LASIK painful?” and “Does LASIK hurt or cause discomfort?”. These are all valid questions that you must be well-informed about before you make the life-changing decision of undergoing LASIK. In this blog, we are going to clarify some common queries that a lot of our patients come in with.
Is LASIK Surgery Safe?
Yes! LASIK in 2026 is a completely safe surgery. The recent advancements in technology have made the procedure safe, precise, and reliable for anyone looking to get permanent freedom from their spectacles. LASIK has seen significant technological improvements in recent times, bringing it a notch above its touchless predecessor, PRK (Photo Refractive Keratectomy).
Bladeless
LASIK today has become a blade-free, all-laser, and painless surgical experience. Unlike conventional technologies, today’s technology uses a femtosecond laser to create a precise incision (eliminating any & all scope of human error) in the creation of the corneal flap. The flap is then gently placed aside for the application of the excimer laser to reshape the cornea’s structure.
Eye-Tracking Technology
Modern technologies come equipped with smart eye-tracking software that can detect even the smallest of eye movements. The laser pauses as soon as there is any movement in the eye. This eliminates the risk of any error due to eye movement.
No Stitches
Since there are no stitches involved, the risk of suture-related complications is completely eliminated in LASIK. After the cornea is reshaped, the flap is positioned back in place, and it heals on its own in a few days.
US-FDA Approved
The US-FDA seal of approval positions the surgery as a safe & reliable vision correction treatment. The approval implies that the technology underwent rigorous quality & safety checks in order to meet global standards.
Advanced LASIK Eye Surgeries Available at Sohana Hospital
Wavelight Plus InnovEyes
This is the latest and most advanced type of LASIK – available in Tricity only at Sohana Hospital. This is the first-ever technology to combine the benefits of AI and 3D ray-tracing technology. It maps 1 lakh+ points on the eye, assessing minute optical measurements, and creates a virtual model of the eye (Digital Eye Twin). The virtual model helps in 100% personalised surgical treatment planning. The final vision correction (of refractive errors and optical irregularities) results in 6/6 or better vision.
Contoura Vision
This advanced topography-guided technology maps over 22K data points on each eye, measuring the exact points that need to be corrected. The result is clear, sharp vision made possible with the correction of not just refractive errors but also corneal irregularities.
Femto LASIK
This all-laser procedure is an advanced form of conventional LASIK. It is completely bladeless and painless. The procedure employs a femtosecond laser for the incision and an excimer laser for corneal reshaping. The introduction of Femto LASIK was a significant leap from the use of mechanical blades for flap creation in traditional spectacle removal surgeries.
Some other specs removal options at Sohana Hospital include:
Every vision correction treatment at Sohana Hospital, be it LASIK or laser, is safe. Our refractive suite only comprises US-FDA approved technologies, making the highest quality of eye care available to all Tricity residents.
The hospital has a team of the best LASIK doctors in Chandigarh, advanced diagnostics & equipment, and employs stringent safety protocols to ensure a safe, hygienic, and patient-first approach. Not just that, you also have the option to make flexible payments via credit cards, etc., or set up no-cost EMIs for your specs removal surgery.
When it comes to your eyes, trust only the experts.
Visit today for a safe & reliable LASIK eye surgery!
