vision
LASIK in Bengaluru
Laser vision correction for suitable prescriptions — usually 15–30 minutes per eye, with checks on day 1 and again around day 3–5.
Typical stay: 4–6 days
Overview
What to expect
LASIK reshapes the cornea with a laser so many people rely less on glasses or contacts. It is usually 15–30 minutes per eye. Pre-surgery eye tests on day 1 include corneal mapping, thickness measurement and a dry-eye check — these decide if LASIK, SMILE or ICL suits you better. Indicative $600–1,600 both eyes. TODO(founder): confirm. Atithi Health is a medical travel facilitator, not a healthcare provider. Clinical care is delivered by independent licensed partner clinics — TODO(founder): add partner.
Good candidates
- Adults with a stable spectacle prescription
- Guests cleared on corneal scans by the treating ophthalmologist
Not suitable if
- Thin corneas, unstable prescription, or active eye disease until cleared
- Pregnancy or certain autoimmune conditions as advised by the clinician
How it works
From first report to fit-to-fly
Anaesthesia: Topical anaesthetic eye drops. Duration: About 15–30 minutes per eye of laser time; longer for preparation.
Day-1 eye tests
Corneal mapping, thickness, dry-eye check and suitability discussion (LASIK vs SMILE vs ICL).
Laser procedure
Usually 15–30 minutes per eye under anaesthetic drops.
Day-1 and day-3–5 reviews
Checks before you fly; drop schedule and screen-time advice.
Recovery
Healing notes
Many guests fly after the day-3–5 review when the surgeon confirms fit-to-fly.
Day 0–1
Rest eyes; shields as advised; blurry vision can improve quickly.
Days 3–5
Follow-up exam; avoid swimming and dusty places for about a week.
Risks to discuss with your clinician
- Dry eyes, glare, under- or over-correction, or need for enhancement later
- Rare infection or flap-related issues — discuss with your surgeon
Indicative price vs home country
- US (indicative): USD 1,500–5,000 (Indicative per-eye private range (sample), 2024) — TODO(founder): confirm; India figure is both eyes
Indicative estimate. Your final quote comes from the treating provider after reviewing your reports. Flights not included.
Related packages
Often planned together
FAQs
Common questions
Are prices fixed?
No. From-prices on the site are indicative estimates in USD. Your final written quote comes from the treating provider after reviewing your reports. Flights are not included.
Am I suitable for LASIK?
Suitability depends on day-1 tests: corneal mapping, thickness, dry-eye check and your prescription. Some people are better suited to SMILE or ICL (for example very high prescriptions or thin corneas). The ophthalmologist decides — not the website.
Is LASIK permanent?
LASIK permanently reshapes the cornea treated. Natural ageing (for example reading glasses later in life) can still change your vision needs. Enhancement is sometimes discussed years later if the surgeon agrees — it is not automatic.
What are the risks of laser eye surgery?
Common temporary effects include dry eyes and glare or halos at night while healing. Less common risks include under- or over-correction, infection, or need for further treatment. Your surgeon explains personal risks after your eye tests.
When can I fly, swim or use screens after LASIK or SMILE?
Many guests fly after the day-3–5 review when cleared. Avoid swimming and dusty places for about a week. Screens are usually fine in short sessions with lubricating drops — follow your surgeon’s written advice.