When I was having my wavescan done the technician said not to stare at the image because it would cause the eye to over focus but rather to look above the image. Will an accurate reading result if you don't look at the image?
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I assume your doctor is concerned about infection. Because the water is boiled and therefore sterile, I have no such restriction although I do not allow hot tubs/swimming for 3 weeks after LASIK.
Dry eyes almost always resolve within six months after LASIK. The most superficial corneal nerves are cut during the formation of the flap, which then reduces the drive to produce tears. These nerves generally grow back in six months although cases of permanent dry eyes have been reported...
