Is LASIK Eye Surgery painful?

LASIK Eye Surgery is generally considered to be a painless procedure. Most patients report minimal discomfort during the surgery itself, which is typically completed in under 30 minutes. Before the procedure begins, numbing eye drops are applied to ensure no pain is felt. Some patients may experience a slight pressure sensation, but it is typically well-tolerated. After the surgery, mild discomfort or a foreign body sensation is common for a few hours or days, but it generally resolves quickly. Any discomfort can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers recommended by the surgeon. It is important to note that individual pain tolerance may vary, but the vast majority of patients find LASIK Eye Surgery to be a relatively painless and effective procedure.