As in all surgical procedures, there are some side effects that may occur after LASIK surgery. Although this surgery is very accurate; perfect vision cannot be guaranteed. Most of the problems after surgery are temporary and do not affect vision. Some of the side effects:

Dry eyes after laser vision correction is common. This is easily treated with eye drops. This condition does not usually affect vision and will subside within 1 to 2 months.

This refers to seeing glare and star-bursts when looking at bright objects in dim light, for example, headlights of cars at night. It occurs in those whose pupils dilate well in dim light and in those who need a high correction. Not all patients will have this side effect.

For those who observe this effect - it occurs in the early stages after treatment but will gradually diminish over the course of 3 to 4 months. Pupil size in dim light is measured before the surgery and you will be advised if you are at risk of observing this effect after surgery.