[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/does-laser-eye-surgery-hurt\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/does-laser-eye-surgery-hurt\/","headline":"Does laser eye surgery hurt?","name":"Does laser eye surgery hurt?","description":"Worried that laser eye surgery might hurt? You\u2019re not alone. Our new blog explains what LASIK, LASEK and TransPRK really feel like","datePublished":"2025-04-08","dateModified":"2025-04-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/author\/myeyeclinic\/#Person","name":"My Eye Clinic","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/author\/myeyeclinic\/","identifier":8,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8387103c2072d667018bc0a76890e72a3a28b15f0cb4d824dadcb29a5e8e13d3?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8387103c2072d667018bc0a76890e72a3a28b15f0cb4d824dadcb29a5e8e13d3?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"My Eye Clinic Gosforth","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Retina-Sticky-Header-Logo-v2-166x120-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Retina-Sticky-Header-Logo-v2-166x120-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","width":167,"height":122}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Does-laser-eye-surgery-hurt-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Does-laser-eye-surgery-hurt-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","height":534,"width":950},"url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/does-laser-eye-surgery-hurt\/","about":["Laser Eye Surgery"],"wordCount":366,"articleBody":"Does laser eye surgery hurt?Let\u2019s be honest. If you\u2019re considering laser eye surgery, you\u2019re probably wondering: Will it hurt?It\u2019s one of the most common questions we hear\u2014and one of the easiest to answer.No, laser eye surgery shouldn\u2019t hurt. But let\u2019s walk through the whole process so you know what to expect.What does laser eye surgery feel like?At My Eye Clinic in Gosforth, we offer:LASIKLASEKTransPRKEach one is slightly different. But all three use numbing drops to make sure your eyes are comfortable during the procedure.During the procedure:You might feel a little pressure, but not pain. Most people say it feels \u201cweird\u201d rather than uncomfortable.LASIK involves a flap, which can cause a brief feeling of pressure. LASEK and TransPRK work on the surface and may take a little longer to heal\u2014but again, no pain during the laser itself.What about after the procedure?Here\u2019s what most people experience:LASIK: Some mild stinging, scratchiness, or watering for a few hours after treatment. It usually settles quickly.LASEK and TransPRK: More discomfort for the first few days\u2014like grit or sand in the eye. We give you drops, pain relief, and protective lenses to help.The surface-based options (LASEK and TransPRK) tend to have a longer recovery time, but that doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re worse\u2014just different. For some people, they\u2019re the safer choice based on their eye shape or lifestyle.Is there anything you can do to make it easier?Yes. We\u2019ll give you everything you need:Numbing drops before the procedureEye drops and pain relief afterwardsClear instructions on how to care for your eyesWe\u2019ll also talk you through everything before the day, so you know what to expect.You\u2019re not aloneIf you\u2019re reading this and still unsure, that\u2019s okay. You don\u2019t need to decide today.Start with a quick self-test. It can tell you if LASIK, LASEK, or TransPRK might be right for you\u2014and help you move forward with confidence.Take the suitability self-test. It\u2019s quick, free, and a great way to start."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Does laser eye surgery hurt?","item":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/does-laser-eye-surgery-hurt\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]