Questions About Monovision Lasik

Sharon asks…

Do 3D movies in theaters appear correctly after lasik monovision surgery?

Has anyone who has actually had lasik monovision surgery tried to watch a 3D movie (the Real D 3D in theaters now)? This question isn't asking about normal lasik, only monovision where one eye views distance. Would really appreciate someone with first hand experience with this.

admin answers:

I've had the surgery about three years ago and I have monovision (left eye nearsighted / right eye farsighted). I've watched several 3D movies since then. Compared to 3D movies that I saw before the surgery, the 3D effects now are discernible, but subdued - they just don't seem to "pop".

Carol asks…

Did anyone have monovision lasik done on their eyes? How long did they see blurry?

Still seeing blurry in left eye (astigmatism) after 48 hrs. Right eye is blurry up close. Is this normal? I thought that you were supposed to see 20/20 right away.

admin answers:

Number one question...Did you try monovision in contact lenses prior to the procedure? If not, you may never get the quality vision that you desire. Monovision is not for everyone yet some cavalier surgeons do it on anyone over the age of 40. Regardless, give it about 1 month to gage your happiness. By then, your eye should have healed enough to judge the result.

Donald asks…

Your lasik monovision experiences?

I had lasik monovision 10 days ago. Although I saw quite clearly (but not 20/20) for a couple of days afterward, the following week was very difficult with lots and lots of fluxuation in both eyes, and at work eye strain and irritation. The doctor is encouraging and advises patience, but I'd love a pep talk or advice from anyone who's had monovision lasik. At this point I'm not sure what's affecting my vision - adjusting to mono or the healing process. My next follow up with the doc is in two weeks. I'm disappointed that I didn't see perfectly the very next day - as I've lots of friends who had it, and did!

admin answers:

It can take up to six months for your vision to settle down; the cornea needs to heal. After six months, you may need another procedure; it happened to me. Give it some time and be sure to use lots of artificial tears; your eyes can dry up and this definitely affects your vision. Believe me, it is worth it in the end! Good luck!

Sandy asks…

Eye strain with LASIK monovision?

I had LASIK a couple of years ago and did the monovision option. I'm generally very happy with it, but I find my eyes get very strained and tired after a day of using my computer at work or doing detailed work. Would it help to use a pair of reading glasses? Or distance glasses like I use when I'm driving?

admin answers:

Though it often helps you see "okay" at distance and near, monovision cannot solve all of your visual demands. A set of computer glasses would relieve this strain on your eyes. (A set of driving glasses would be a good idea, also, so that you can have good 3D perception when driving.) Since your eyes are at different powers (because of the monovision) a set of over-the-counter readers is not likely to help much, because one eye will always be out of focus. Just go to your eye doctor and demonstrate the distance that you do most of your work thoughout the day. They will be able to prescribe a set of "computer" glasses that you will wear at the computer and take off for distance. If you switch your viewing from computer to distance back to computer a lot throughout the day, then you might need to consider a set of office progressives or bifocals.

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Daniel asks…

Already 3rd week with monovision lasik, still seeing blurry for closeup..though it is improving?

from day to day...how long must I wait to adapt ....i heard 3rd week should be enough for vision stability. Pls help, I am kind of worry that I had made the wrong decision
i cant cut my fingernails properly, cant trim eyebrow properly, so sad to experience it
Pls share with me if anyone had done monovision before. Thanks so much...

admin answers:

I have done it 10 years ago and do not regret it for a second.
I do not have the perfect vision but I am happy.
Give it sometime longer it will all adjust just fine.
One of my eyes healed slightly faster then the other. I don't think there is a formula to it.

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