LASIK can be performed at any time of the year. So what makes autumn and winter a popular choice for many patients.
The popularity of LASIK during these months include:
- Positive Recovery conditions: The cooler, less humid weather of fall and winter can create ideal healing conditions. A 2004 Wake Forest University study found that patients who had LASIK during the less humid winter months experienced better results and fewer necessary follow-up procedures.
- Downtime: For many people, winter is a quieter, less active season, with fewer outdoor events or vacations. This provides a more convenient window for recovery, which includes avoiding strenuous activities and swimming for several weeks.
- Fewer allergens: Patients who suffer from seasonal allergies may prefer to schedule their surgery in the fall or winter to avoid the itchy, watery eyes that can complicate the recovery process.
- Use of year-end benefits: Many people schedule their procedures toward the end of the year to take advantage of remaining funds in their Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
- Use of holiday time off: Scheduling the procedure before or during a holiday break, such as the period around Christmas and New Year’s, allows patients to use their vacation time for recovery instead of relying solely on sick days.
So why not embrace this opportunity? With Griffin Eye Center’s commitment to patient-centered care and advanced technology, you can feel confident in your decision. Picture yourself enjoying the holidays with newfound clarity and joy—schedule your LASIK consultation today and let us help you make this season one to remember!
Griffin Eye Center offers the only state-of-the-art on-site LASIK suite in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina area, for the best Laser Vision Correction possible and more options for individualized LASIK. Call (843) 449-6414 or see if you are a candidate and fill out the LASIK-screening-questionnaire .