Let us start by saying, the day after SMILE Pro eye surgery begins with restored clarity, confidence, and comfort!
From the minute you wake up, you will notice a significant difference – like stepping into a world with brighter visuals and clear vision, without reaching for your specs. If you are planning to undergo this advanced AI+robotic laser vision correction treatment, this blog will take you through what to expect the very next day of your procedure.
SMILE Pro: Overview
Before we dive into life after SMILE Pro surgery, let’s understand what the procedure actually entails. It is a minimally invasive all-laser vision correction treatment designed to correct refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness) and astigmatism (cylindrical power).
The surgery is bladeless, painless, and completely flapless. The cornea is reshaped by creating a small lenticule (lens-shaped disc) and extracting it through a tiny side incision (2-4 mm). The surgery’s minimally invasive approach offers a faster recovery period & minimal post-op symptoms, making it a popular choice for many.
*Note: Immediately after your surgery, you will be made to spend a few hours in the observation room. After a post-op checkup, you will be free to return home. Some mild gritty sensation or discomfort in the following hours is normal and will subside on its own. You will be advised to rest your eyes as much as possible. You will start noticing improved vision clarity just a few hours after the surgery, but heavy reading, excessive screen time, and strenuous activity must be avoided for the first 24 hours.
A Normal Day 24 Hours After SMILE Pro Eye Surgery
24 hours after your vision correction treatment, you can get back to your routine with restored visual clarity and ease of life. Here’s what you can expect 24 hours after the surgery:
Clear Mornings
No more rushing to reach for your specs the first thing in the morning. For the first time in years, you will be able to enjoy complete visual clarity as soon as you open your eyes.
Slight light sensitivity or dryness is normal. It is important to remember these symptoms are temporary and will subside with the use of your prescribed eye drop routine.
Post-op Routine
Among the precautions to follow after your surgery:
- Do not splash water directly in your eyes: You can bathe your neck down. Avoid getting water, soap, or shampoo near your face or eyes.
- Skip makeup: Your eye makeup will have to wait. Your LASIK surgeon may advise you to skip makeup for at least 1-2 weeks to reduce the risk of infection.
Back to Work
You can go back to work 24 hours after your SMILE Pro surgery. If your work does not require excessive screen time or staying outdoors in the sun/dust/wind, it is absolutely OK for you to return to the office.
However, if your work requires long hours of screen use, your surgeon may advise a few days’ rest before returning to work. Once you resume work, take frequent breaks between screen time.
Outdoor Activities
Light outdoor activities like walks, driving, etc., are encouraged. But you must wear anti-UV sunglasses to safeguard your eyes from the harsh sunlight. If you’re a sports person, you may be advised to avoid contact sports or strenuous activity for 3 weeks. Once your cornea is healed, you can return to your active lifestyle with no stress!
Eye Drop Routine
You will need to follow a strict eye drop routine (morning, evening, and night) post-surgery for a stipulated period of time. These drops are prescribed to facilitate faster healing, reduce inflammation & dryness, and promote corneal strength.
Resting Your Eyes
You will be advised to rest your eyes as much as possible in the 1st week following your surgery. This includes taking naps whenever possible, taking breaks from screen time after regular intervals, and avoiding overexertion in general.
Conclusion
Gone is the time when people had to wait months to see clearly after their vision correction surgery. Those who choose to get SMILE Pro at Sohana Hospital report clear vision the very next day. They wake up enjoying life in newfound clarity – free from the burden of glasses.
An increasing number of working professionals and students are opting for the AI+Robotic SMILE Pro specs removal technology for the incredible benefits it offers. Sohana Hospital, the largest specs removal centre in the region, was the first to bring this innovative US-FDA approved technology to North India.
The surgery becomes all the more precise when performed by the best eye doctors in Chandigarh. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with Sohana Hospital, and embark on a specs-free journey to bring perfect clarity and visual freedom to your life.
