Swimming after LASIK is satisfying as you can have clear vision without having to worry about your contact lenses or struggle to find your towel on the beach.
The FDA recommendations suggest that you should wait at least four weeks after surgery before swimming and going into hot tubs. Not all patients need to wait four weeks. We will give you a more precise time frame when we think you have healed sufficiently to swim as it can depend upon the healing of your eyes as well as where you swim - pool, ocean, or fresh water. Taking care of your healing eyes is your first priority during the healing period and ensuring your safety is our concern.
When possible, wear goggles to help protect your eyes while swimming. In San Diego, run off may drain directly into the ocean, making it unsafe to swim after recent rains. Check the local beach bacterial counts to see if an advisory is in place.
And don’t forget to don UV protective sunglasses as well! Sometimes, goggles have lenses that also block UV light.
At Clearview, we believe that LASIK should be personalized for your eyes and lifestyle, so we make recommendations that are right for your eyes and your healing.
Schedule your free LASIK exam with Dr. Sandy T. Feldman and see how LASIK can change your life.
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LASIK is a medical procedure with risks involved and isn't right for everyone. Individual results may vary. Talk to your eye doctor and consider both the risks and benefits before having the procedure. Additional information can be found at our website or at fda.gov. the material contained on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider.
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