“Laser eye surgery is painful, burns your eyes, and causes blindness.” These are just a few of the myths still circulating about one of the most effective and safest vision correction procedures available today.
Laser refractive surgery eliminates the need for glasses or contact lenses. The procedure is performed using an excimer laser that reshapes the cornea to correct refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
At VISION, we use the fastest and most advanced excimer laser technology, ensuring a quick, painless, and highly successful experience.
In this article, we debunk the most common myths about laser vision correction:
Myth 1: Laser eye surgery is painful
This is one of the most common fears and misconceptions. In reality, the procedure is virtually painless. Local anesthetic eye drops are used to numb the eye, ensuring the patient feels no pain during the treatment. There is no physical contact with the eye that would cause discomfort. The procedure itself takes just 40–50 seconds per eye.
Afterward, some patients may experience mild discomfort, sensitivity to bright light, or tearing—but these symptoms typically subside within the first day.
Myth 2: Laser surgery can cause blindness
This claim is completely false and unfounded. Laser vision correction is one of the safest medical procedures, with decades of successful application behind it.
There are no documented cases of blindness caused by laser eye surgery. A thorough pre-operative exam is crucial to ensure patient suitability. Specialized diagnostic tests are performed beforehand. If a patient is not a good candidate, the ophthalmologist will recommend safer alternatives.
When performed by experienced professionals using modern equipment—and when post-op instructions are followed—the risk of serious complications is extremely low.
Myth 3: Laser vision correction damages the eye
Laser eye surgery utilizes cutting-edge, proven technology to eliminate dependence on glasses and contact lenses. It is widely regarded as one of the safest and most physiologically compatible methods for restoring clear vision.
For individuals with nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, laser correction offers a highly effective and modern solution—with long-lasting results.
