FAQ

1. How do I feel during the procedure?
The procedure itself is essentially painless. Eye-drops will be used to make your eyes less sensitive. You may experience discomfort at the first 6 hours after the procedure. Patients usually feel better the next morning and may return to their normal activities within a day or two. In addition, we will give you medication to control any discomfort you may have.

2. Can I play sports after having CK?
It is recommended to resume normal activities after 1 week. Goggles should be worn whenever you swim.

3. Do I need to wear glasses after CK? If so, is it safe to wear contacts?
It may take 3 months or more for you to achieve your best post-operative vision. If necessary, you may wear contacts. Most patients do not require full-time glasses or contacts. Please discuss with your ophthalmologist or the optometrist during your follow up examination.

4. Is CK safe?
Just as with any surgical procedure, there are potential complications but these are very rare, and most complications can be properly treated by our doctors. Therefore good vision can still be achieved.

5. Is the procedure reversible?
As with most refractive surgeries, CK is not reversible. But the result of CK can be reversed by having other procedures.