Firstly, it’s important to avoid dusty or smoky atmospheres for the first two weeks after your surgery. Here are some common questions about what you can and can’t do after surgery:

• Can I shower after laser eye surgery? You can shower the next day but you must make sure your eyes are closed.
• How long after laser surgery can I drive? When you are comfortable with your new vision, and if it meets the level required to meet the driving standard.
• How soon after surgery can I go back to work? The next day if you are comfortable. Make sure you are able to take your eye drops regularly as instructed.
• Can I use a computer after laser eye surgery? The next day but be sure to take breaks every 20 minutes and close your eyes for 20 seconds. Make a conscious effort to blink more often.
• When can I exercise at a moderate pace? After one week.
• What about exercising at an intense level? Please wait for two weeks and use a headband to absorb any perspiration to prevent this from entering your eyes.
• When can I return to playing sports? You may return to all sporting activity after TWO weeks. For contact sports, you are advised to use protective eyeglasses. Polycarbonate sports glasses are recommended.
• Can I go swimming after laser eye surgery?After three weeks but with goggles, four weeks without.
• When can I go Scuba Diving? After 4 weeks.
• When can I wear eye make up again?Please do not wear mascara or eyeliner for TWO weeks. For all other make-up, please wait for two days. Consider having your eyelashes tinted before surgery. When removing eye make-up, use your usual make-up remover gently and finish it by using preservative-free eye-lid cleansing lotion.
• When may I return to activities such as housework, shopping, and gardening? There are no restrictions, and you may return to these activities the following day. You must keep away from smoky and dusty environments and do not forget to wash your hands before using your eye drops.