How to Maintain a LASIK Treated Eyes

Recent studies show that patients underwent LASIK treatments were satisfied with the outcome of the surgery. However, this doesn’t rid them from other eye diseases. Protecting one’s eyesight begins with good nutrients. Here are some tips that will keep your eyesight clear as the sky.

1. Eat Healthy Foods

Though your eyes were already treated by LASIK eye surgery and won’t be needing to wear eyeglasses, It is still relevant to practice proper caring of your eyes to maintain the quality of your eyesight.

Eat these foods to achieve optimum results of LASIK:

Citrus Fruits
Green Leafy Vegetables
Fish

They are rich in lutein, zinc, omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins C and E to delay the nerve aging of the eye.

2. Wear Sunglasses

Choose a pair of shades that provide hundred percent UV protection. It is advisable to always wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sun rays since it’s one of the major causes of the development of eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration.

3. Rest your eyes
Do not strain your eyes. It is recommended to take a break from activities that require prolonged staring like reading books, working on the computer,  and using your cell phone so you won’t strain your eyes. Get enough sleep after a long day to fully recover eyes from being tired.

4. Visit Your Eye Doctor Regularly
After LASIK, you will be given a schedule for an eye check up,to monitor your vision improvements after your surgery. You should not miss your scheduled visits so doctors can also let you know what’s the next step if you still need a prescription like lubricating eye drops should you be needing it in case you experience temporary drying of eyes.