Do you dream of spending the summer without glasses or contacts? Are you considering refractive surgery (link to chir ref page), but wondering whether the summer season is really the right time to take the plunge? Rest assured, summer is perfectly compatible with eye surgery, provided you take certain precautions!
Yes, summer is an ideal time for refractive surgery.
Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing as a "bad season" for laser vision correction. Whether you opt for LASIK, PRK or the SMILE technique, refractive surgery can be performed all year round, even in summer.
Today's technologies are fast and precise, and complications, although possible, are rare. If they are well managed, the final result is generally good.
Important: Most of the mistakes that increase risk are made before surgery, by selecting non-eligible patients, hence the importance of the pre-operative assessment. At CNVO, safety comes first: we first look for reasons why the operation cannot be performed. If there are no contraindications, we proceed.
The benefits of summer refractive surgery
Once the recovery period is over and the treatment completed, you'll enjoy the full benefits of a life without glasses.
- A summer without visual constraints: say goodbye to glasses that slip due to perspiration, glasses that get scratched on the beach and blurred vision underwater!
- Total freedom to enjoy outdoor activities such as water sports, hiking and festivals with clear, unobstructed vision.
- Easier rest: many patients take advantage of their vacations to rest after the operation, which is ideal.
Precautions to take after refractive surgery
Summer can present some specific risks that must be anticipated for proper recovery:
- Avoid direct exposure to the sun immediately after surgery and in the days that follow: wear CE-certified sunglasses.
- No swimming for 3 to 4 weeks: to limit the risk of infection, it's essential to avoid swimming pools, the sea or lakes, as recommended by your ophthalmologist.
- Beware of sand, wind and sun cream in the eyes: be careful not to irritate freshly operated eyes.
- Compliance with post-operative drops: scrupulously follow the prescribed treatment, even when on vacation.
Refractive surgery: the right time is when you're ready
In short, summer refractive surgery is perfectly feasible, as long as you maintain a suitable lifestyle during the healing period and scrupulously adhere to the treatment prescribed by your surgeon. Your ophthalmologist will guide you in scheduling your surgery according to your vacation and planned activities.
⚠️ Important: Refractive surgery is a surgical procedure that must be carefully considered. It is not suitable for everyone, and a full assessment with a specialist is essential to determine whether you are eligible for refractive surgery and thus guarantee your safety.
Looking for a summer without glasses or contacts?
Talk to your ophthalmologist now to find out if you're a good candidate for refractive surgery and plan your procedure at the right time.
A summer with clear vision changes everything 🌞
The CNVO Center can be reached by telephone on 024 552 04 00.
