[Gangnam Station Ophthalmology] Is it okay to wear cosmetic/circle lenses after vision correction surgery?

[Gangnam Station Ophthalmology] Is it okay to wear cosmetic/circle lenses after vision correction surgery?

Hello, this is Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic at Gangnam Station, dedicated to eye health and clear, safe vision correction with sincerity and care : )

As we welcome 2023, Gangnam Smile continues to provide consistent and dedicated care. Among those in their 20s and 30s considering LASIK or LASEK, especially women, one of the most frequently asked questions is about wearing cosmetic lenses or circle lenses after vision correction surgery.

Because vision and beauty are different!! You need to manage and choose what's right for your eyes!!

Many people wear cosmetic lenses to make their eyes look clearer, bigger, and more beautiful.

For important appointments, many choose lenses instead of their usual glasses.

Therefore, many people are curious if wearing cosmetic lenses is okay after vision correction.

✨When is it okay to wear cosmetic lenses after vision correction?

At #GangnamSmileEyeClinic, many people actually ask when it's okay to wear cosmetic lenses after #LASIKLASEK.

It is recommended to monitor the progress after a one-month recovery period post-surgery and adjust the wearing time accordingly.

Caution is needed for those who wear them for extended periods.

👍 Why are cosmetic lenses not recommended for long-term wear?

Because the oxygen permeability of lenses is low, it can worsen dry eyes.

If there is contamination or bacterial growth on the lenses, there is a possibility of developing diseases such as keratitis or corneal ulcers, so caution is needed, and hygiene management is important.

Be careful, as wearing them for too long is not good for your eye health!!

‘Is vision correction surgery difficult for those who have worn cosmetic lenses for a long time?’

Occasionally, some people think that if they have worn cosmetic lenses for a long time before vision correction surgery, #LASIKLASEK vision correction will be difficult.

Is that really true?

Cases where SMILE surgery is possible and impossible can be guided based on a precise examination~!!

✨ What is the difference between cases where SMILE surgery is possible and difficult?

Possible cases: Mild dry eyes, allergic conjunctivitis

In cases of relatively mild side effects such as dry eyes and allergic conjunctivitis, surgery is often possible.

Difficult cases: Severe eye diseases such as keratitis, corneal ulcers

For those who have experienced severe eye diseases, corneal opacities or scars may remain on the cornea depending on the case, and SMILE surgery may be difficult depending on the corneal condition, thus requiring thorough examination and consultation.

👍 Regardless of cosmetic lenses, a precise pre-surgical examination is essential!

Whether you have worn cosmetic lenses or not, if you are considering vision correction surgery, a precise examination is essential.

This is because it is necessary to thoroughly check an individual's corneal condition, thickness, eye shape, and degree of myopia and astigmatism to provide a personalized vision correction surgery that maximizes satisfaction with the actual results.

Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic provides precise ophthalmological examinations, vision correction examinations, as well as eye disease care, dry eye treatment, IPL care, LASIK/LASEK, New SMILE surgery, presbyopia correction, and various customized ophthalmological examinations and care.

On Fridays, we offer evening appointments for your convenience.

We are located in a convenient spot, directly accessible from Gangnam Station Exit 10!!

If you have any questions, please contact us anytime via KakaoTalk (Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic Gangnam), phone (02-553-0210), website reservation, or Naver reservation!

We will always provide kind and sincere consultation and help you with quick appointment scheduling. Thank you!!

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