Clear vision without specs or contact lenses.
LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is the world's most performed vision correction procedure, used to correct myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness) and astigmatism and remove specs.
A thin corneal flap is created by a femtosecond laser (bladeless LASIK) or a mechanised blade (blade LASIK). An excimer laser then reshapes the cornea to correct your eye power. The flap is replaced and heals naturally. Most patients achieve clear vision within 24–72 hours and can see clearly without specs or contact lenses.
Shroff Eye Centre was among the first in North India to offer modern LASIK surgery almost 25 years ago. Today, we work on advanced ELITA and WAVELIGHT Plus platforms with a team of highly trained specialists.
Hear how specs removal & vision correction worked for our patients
There are two main LASIK techniques. Your surgeon will recommend the option most appropriate for your eyes.
Bladeless LASIK uses a femtosecond laser to create the corneal flap instead of a blade, which is why it is sometimes called FemtoLASIK. The second step of corneal reshaping is done by an excimer laser.
The femtolaser controls flap thickness, diameter and angle with greater accuracy. At Shroff Eye Centre, we use the ELITA femtolaser from J&J and Wavelight excimer laser from Alcon for bladeless Contoura LASIK and Wavelight Plus Sightmap.
Blade LASIK uses a mechanical blade called a microkeratome to create the corneal flap. An excimer laser then reshapes the cornea and corrects eye power.
At Shroff Eye Centre, we use the Wavelight excimer laser from Alcon.
All four procedures correct eye power through different techniques. LASIK creates a corneal flap; SILK, SMILE and PRK do not.
| Procedure | Technique | Recovery | Pain | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRK | Flapless | 5–7 days | Little discomfort | Thin corneas, sportspersons, armed forces |
| LASIK | Flap | 1–2 days | No | Broad range of suitable candidates |
| SILK | Flapless | 1–2 days | No | Active lifestyles, sportspersons, armed forces |
| SMILE | Flapless | 1–2 days | No | Active lifestyles, sportspersons, armed forces |
LASIK usually takes about 15–20 minutes in total for both eyes. You will feel no pain and can go home soon after surgery.
Your pre-LASIK check is done at least a day before surgery. It includes detailed eye tests to map and measure your cornea. Our surgeons also discuss alternatives such as SILK if one is better for your eyes. Because your eyes are dilated, you will not be able to drive after this appointment.
You arrive at our calm refractive surgery suite, change and relax. Your eyes are cleaned and topical anaesthetic eye drops keep the procedure comfortable and pain-free. You will need someone to drive you home.
You lie on a comfortable bed and look up—first at the ELITA machine and then the Wavelight machine. The surgeon creates the flap, reshapes the cornea and gently repositions the flap while guiding you throughout.
After a short rest, you can go home. Rest on the day of surgery and follow all precautions and medications. We generally see patients on Day 1, Day 7 and Day 30.
Most people have clear vision the next day. Vision continues becoming sharper as the eye heals over the following week.
LASIK ELIGIBILITY
Answer three quick questions for a preliminary indication. Final suitability can only be confirmed after a thorough pre-operative examination.
Shroff Eye Centre is one of the oldest, most trusted and renowned eye hospitals for eye care and vision correction.
4.9★ / 22,000+ reviewsOur team is highly trained and has decades of experience in vision correction and refractive surgery.
LASIK is suitable for many people, but a detailed assessment is essential.
Suitability for LASIK, or any procedure, can only be confirmed after a thorough pre-operative check-up.
LASIK is one of the most studied elective surgical procedures in the world. Serious risks are uncommon, but every patient should understand the possible side effects.
Dry eye, grittiness and light sensitivity are common during the first few weeks and usually resolve with lubricating drops.
Some patients experience short-term changes in clarity as the cornea heals.
A small percentage may experience under- or overcorrection because individual healing patterns differ.
Infection and corneal ectasia are rare. Careful screening, sterile protocols and follow-up care keep these risks low.
LASIK COST IN DELHI
The cost depends on the type of LASIK—blade LASIK, Femto Contoura or Femto Wavelight Plus. In Delhi, the range is approximately ₹35,000 to ₹1.55 lakh.
At Shroff Eye Centre, the LASIK cost includes pre-surgery investigations, the procedure and follow-ups at Day 1, Week 1 and Week 4. EMI options via ZeroPe are available.
Watch our surgeons explain more about vision correction
