You will be able to go home to rest almost
immediately after the procedure. However, you will need to be driven
home after the procedure, so please make arrangements to have some
available to assist you.
- You will be given eye drops to use after the procedure.
- You will receive printed instructions and our staff will thoroughly
review these instructions with you.
- Avoid make-up for 4 days.
- Avoid dirty environments (i.e. gardening) for 4 days.
- No swimming or hot tubs for 2 weeks.
- No driving until permitted (typically within one day). We will
advise you about driving during the one day post-op visit.
- Avoid rubbing your eyes during the first month.
- Avoid getting shampoo in your eyes while bathing or showering.
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 2 days.
- You will be given wrap around sunglasses to wear while outdoors
and to prevent you from rubbing your eyes.
- You will be given clear
plastic shields to protect your eyes while sleeping for up to
5 days.
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