So you have made up your mind on getting those eyeglasses removed permanently. Great decision! Life is too short to limit your vision with refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism. Permanent specs removal procedures like Lasik, Contoura Vision, and Smile Pro not only give you crystal clear vision but also the freedom of living life confidently. How amazing this entire experience would turn out to be isn’t it?

Hold that thought because before you go ahead with your vision correction surgery, it is important to educate yourself about the process, your options, and the long-term benefits involved. Here’s a step-by-step guide on the types of specs removal surgeries, the eligibility and the advantages that you get post surgery.

3 Things To Know Before Permanent Specs Removal

1. Eligibility

A few factors that determine who is a good candidate for permanent specs removal surgery are : 

• The person must be at least 18 years of age

• The person’s eyeglass prescription must be stable for at least a year

• The corneal thickness must be adequate to undergo procedures like Lasik & Smile

• The person should have no history of any eye disease or complication

• The overall health of the person must be good. Autoimmune disorders or conditions like diabetes need separate consultations.

2. Benefits

Undergoing permanent specs removal is a life changing procedure. The key benefits it offers are : 

• Quick and painless experience as most surgeries take no more than 5-10 minutes and offer a pain-free experience through bladeless options

• Improved vision within 24 hours of the surgery

• Long-term savings by eliminating the need to constantly change contact lenses or investing in eyeglasses every now and then

• Convenience and a hassle-free life. The freedom to pursue activities like swimming & sports without worrying about specs

•  Long term results and a stable HD vision for decades

• Freedom from the dryness and other issues caused by contact lenses

• Improved night vision and ease of driving even in low light conditions

3. Recovery & Aftercare

How quickly and effortless you recover post the vision correction surgery totally depends on how well you follow the post-care regime. Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure a full and faster recovery:

• Follow your doctor’s instructions religiously for eye drops and medications

• Do not rub your eyes for at least 24-48 hours

• Avoid swimming or makeup in the initial healing days to prevent infections

• Go for follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and early detection of any complications

  
  

Consult your ophthalmologist for a thorough evaluation and better understanding of options.

Understand Your Options

• Contoura Vision : 

This is an advanced vision correction surgery that uses a laser to create a flap for vision correction. The procedure is completely bladeless and uses no injections or stitches. Contoura vision surgery can treat all refractive errors namely - nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism in just under 10 minutes.

• Smile Pro:

Small Incision Lenticule Extraction Pro, or simply SMILE Pro is a bladeless and flapless laser refractive surgery that corrects your vision in just 9 seconds. In this procedure, the cornea heals faster and there is negligible risk of dry eyes. SMILE Pro can treat both nearsightedness and astigmatism.

• Lasik:

This is one of the oldest and most popular laser procedures to correct vision and remove glasses permanently. LASIK has a good success rate and can treat refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

• PRK:

Photorefractive Keratectomy, simply abbreviated as PRK is a laser eye surgery that corrects your vision by reshaping the cornea. This procedure is ideal for people with thin corneas and those who have been rejected for standard LASIK. PRK treats all refractive errors and helps you achieve HD, 20/20 vision.

• ICL:

ICL stands for Implantable Collamer Lens where a small, foldable artificial lens is implanted in place of the original lens. Undergoing ICL surgery corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism and also improves night vision.

• RLE:

Refractive Lens Exchange, commonly known as RLE is a vision correction surgery where the natural eye lens is exchanged with an artificial lens. RLE treats all refractive errors and is ideal for people over 40 years of age.

Ask Your Doctor The Right Questions

These are the questions you must ask your surgeon before proceeding with permanent eyeglass removal surgery:

• Which procedure is best for my condition?

• What are the realistic results I can expect?

• Are there any potential complications and risks involved in my case?

• How many similar vision correction surgeries have been performed here in this clinic?

To Sum Up 

Getting your specs removed permanently is a big transformation from a blurry and hassled life to a crystal-clear, confident lifestyle. By understanding your options, what questions to ask, and the benefits, you will be better prepared and be able to make an informed decision.

Always consult your trusted ophthalmologist to ensure the best results that last for decades. Rock the new-found HD vision, Happy seeing!