[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/is-laser-eye-surgery-painful\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/is-laser-eye-surgery-painful\/","headline":"Is laser eye surgery painful?","name":"Is laser eye surgery painful?","description":"Worried that laser eye surgery might hurt? You\u2019re not alone. Our blog explains exactly what it feels like\u2014and why it\u2019s not as scary as you think.\r\n","datePublished":"2025-05-08","dateModified":"2025-05-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/author\/rob-boyce\/#Person","name":"Rob Boyce","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/author\/rob-boyce\/","identifier":9,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c9846fd11cd044ab0ec0e33a2361f656c028074a313ce4115c0a94c2af623528?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c9846fd11cd044ab0ec0e33a2361f656c028074a313ce4115c0a94c2af623528?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\/05\/Is-laser-eye-surgery-painful-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Is-laser-eye-surgery-painful-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","height":534,"width":950},"url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/is-laser-eye-surgery-painful\/","about":["Laser Eye Surgery"],"wordCount":345,"articleBody":"Is laser eye surgery painful?Let\u2019s be honest\u2014one of the biggest concerns people have about laser eye surgery is the pain.So let\u2019s get straight to the point:The procedure itself doesn\u2019t hurt.During the procedureWe use special numbing drops to keep your eyes completely pain-free. You might feel a little pressure, but most people say the procedure feels \u201cstrange\u201d rather than painful.You\u2019re awake, but the laser only takes a minute or two per eye. You won't see the laser or feel any heat. Most people say the whole thing is over much faster than they expected.What does each type feel like?LASIK: A bit of pressure for a few seconds. Some scratchiness or tearing after, which settles quickly.LASEK\/TransPRK: More surface sensitivity. You may feel gritty, watery, or sore eyes for a few days.Discomfort with surface treatments is common in the first 24 to 72 hours, but it's manageable. We'll give you everything you need to stay comfortable.We help you manage discomfortAfter surgery, we give you:Eye drops to reduce inflammation and drynessPain relief if neededA bandage contact lens (for LASEK\/TransPRK)You\u2019ll also get a full recovery pack, instructions, and access to our team if you have questions or need support. Most people feel much better after the first few days.What do patients say?Many patients compare the feeling to having an eyelash in your eye for a short while\u2014slightly annoying, but not painful.Within a week, most patients are back to their normal routines, and discomfort is a distant memory.Tips for a more comfortable recoveryRest your eyes after the procedureWear sunglasses to reduce light sensitivityUse your drops as instructedAvoid rubbing your eyesKeep screens to a minimum for the first day or twoEveryone heals a little differently, but our team will guide you every step of the way.Curious if it\u2019s right for you?Take the self-test today to find out if you\u2019re suitable for LASIK, LASEK, or TransPRK."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Is laser eye surgery painful?","item":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/is-laser-eye-surgery-painful\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]