Common Questions
Does LASIK hurt?The LASIK procedure itself will not hurt. You will be given a few numbing drops in order to make the surgery as a whole more comfortable because there will be some pressure on and around the eye during the surgery.
Will I feel pain after the surgery?
Most people feel a burning or scratchiness in their eyes. This feeling can last anywhere from one to three hours after the surgery. The following days after surgery patients may feel that they have something in their eye. Both of these symptoms will go away.
How long does LASIK take?
The LASIK procedure usually takes about 15 minutes total, with each eye taking about five minutes
How soon after the surgery will I be able to see?
While the medicated eye drops used during the procedure do cause some blurriness, most patients are able to notice a difference in their eyesight just minutes after their procedure.
Will I have a follow up appointment?
Most patients will have an appointment the day after surgery, and will need to be seen one month and three months after treatment. Please discuss these appointments with your doctor for exact dates.
Can I drive after surgery?
You will not be able to drive the day of surgery. If you feel you are comfortable with your eyesight you will be able to drive the following day.
Dr. Benaim and the staff at Florida Eye Group are happy to answer any questions you may have about LASIK. Please contact our office at 561-747-7777 to make an appointment.
See Better After Cataract Surgery
Cataract patients now have an option to see at both near and far distances after cataract surgery! Individuals suffering from cataracts previously had only a mono-focal lens implant option after surgery. NEW premium lens implant technology can now decrease dependence on glasses after surgery. If you are seeking the ReSTOR® or ReZOOM® IOL lens options in Florida Dr. Benaim & Dr. Shuster can help you decide if this option is right for you! Dr. Benaim & Dr. Shuster also have an accommodating IOL option known as the Crystalens®. For more information regarding selecting the appropriate lens implant please visit our web page on Premium Lens Implants.
Financing Options
We aim to break down any cost issues that our patients may have if they are considering LASIK eye surgery. Our LASIK center goes way beyond what other centers do to help our patients overcome this affordability issue. If cost is something that has been holding you back from vision correction you should really contact us as soon as possible to set up a consultation. Benaim-Shuster Eye offers 0% financing, on approved credit with low fixed monthly payments, no down payment and no pre-payment penalty.
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LASIK Self-Evaluation Test
Find out if you can be a LASIK candidate. Take our LASIK self-evaluation test and you will be evaluated and contacted by one of our LASIK coordinators to discuss your candidacy. If you meet the requirements of our test we will suggest an in person pre-operative eye exam. This eye exam is a complete eye health eye exam and will most likely be one of the most thorough eye exams of your life. We obviously take your vision very seriously at Benaim-Shuster Eye.
Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty is an eyelid surgery procedure that removes the excess eyelid skin which can sometimes impair eyesight as part of the natural aging process. Blepharoplasty can also be a cosmetic surgery procedure for patients seeking facial rejuvenation by improving the appearance of "bags" under their eyes. Please contact Dr. Benaim and the friendly staff of Jupiter Eye Institute of Florida to discuss your medical or cosmetic eyelid surgery options.