Laser eye surgery can be suitable for people who drive at night, but lens choice, pupil size, and prescription all affect the risk of halos and glare.
Factors important for night drivers
Seeing well in low light demands good contrast and minimal stray light.
- Careful measurement of pupil size in the dark
- Appropriate optical zone size for your prescription and corneal diameter
- Correction of astigmatism to sharpen oncoming headlights and signs
- Assessment for dry eye, which can worsen scatter and flare
- Realistic discussion that mild halos are common early on but usually fade
Procedure and planning choices
Treatment can be tailored to prioritise night‑time clarity.
- Conservative corrections where suitable, avoiding extreme ablations
- Consideration of wavefront‑guided or topography‑guided treatments
- Delaying long or unfamiliar night journeys until vision has stabilised
- Use of anti‑glare spectacles if slight halos persist
- Follow‑up to address any ongoing night‑vision difficulties promptly
