LASIK
When considering vision correction surgery, LASIK is often the first procedure that comes to mind. However, it’s not the only option—and it’s not the best choice for everyone.
I Can See Clearly Now
Frequently Asked Questions about LASIK
The moment you open your eyes and realise you’ll never need glasses again… it’s more than surgery—it’s freedom.
Yes, LASIK is a safe and well-established procedure with a high success rate. However, like any surgery, it carries some risk—such as dry eyes, glare, or under/over-correction. These are rare and often temporary.
If LASIK isn’t suitable for you (due to thin corneas or other issues), other options like PRK or ICL may be recommended.
The laser part takes less than 5 minutes per eye, with the full procedure completed in about 15 minutes.
Most patients return to work and drive within 24–48 hours, depending on healing and your surgeon’s advice.
In most cases, no. You’ll need a thorough pre-operative consultation first to determine if you're a good candidate.
Surgery is usually scheduled for a later date.
Unfortunately, LASIK is considered elective and cosmetic by most South African medical aids and is typically not covered.
No. The procedure is painless thanks to numbing eye drops. You may feel pressure during the surgery and some scratchiness afterwards.
Most patients enjoy many years without glasses. However, age-related changes like presbyopia may still require reading glasses later in life.
