How soon can I return to work?
Many people return to desk-based work after a short period, sometimes the next working day, while jobs involving heavy physical work, dust, or a risk of eye trauma usually require longer. Screen-heavy work can be uncomfortable at first even when vision is good.
Quick answer
Many people return to desk-based work after a short period, sometimes the next working day, while jobs involving heavy physical work, dust, or a risk of eye trauma usually require longer. Screen-heavy work can be uncomfortable at first even when vision is good.
A general answer about SMILE Pro, not advice about your own eyes. Only an ophthalmologist who has examined you can answer it for your case.
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In more detail
If your work is screen-based, plan for shorter working blocks and more frequent breaks in the first days. If your work involves dust, chemicals or impact risk, ask your surgeon to specify when you can return rather than estimating it yourself.
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