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title: Is PRESBYOND surgery painful?
description: "PRESBYOND uses LASIK or surface laser techniques with a special profile for presbyopia. The level of pain is similar to the underlying procedure rather than the PRESBYOND pattern itself. ## Comfort during surgery Numbing drops and sometimes sedation keep you…"
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updated: "2025-12-16"
category: "Treatments & Procedures"
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# Is PRESBYOND surgery painful?

PRESBYOND uses LASIK or surface laser techniques with a special profile for presbyopia. The level of pain is similar to the underlying procedure rather than the PRESBYOND pattern itself.

## Comfort during surgery

Numbing drops and sometimes sedation keep you comfortable. You may feel pressure during suction and see lights but not sharp pain.

- PRESBYOND LASIK feels much like standard LASIK
- Surface PRESBYOND involves more healing discomfort, not more intra-operative pain
- Any sensation of pain is treated immediately with extra anaesthetic
- The laser step is quick, usually under a minute per eye

## Recovery sensations

After PRESBYOND, eyes may feel dry, gritty, and light-sensitive. Pain is usually mild with LASIK and moderate for a few days with surface approaches.

- Simple painkillers manage discomfort for most patients
- Intense or worsening pain is rare and should be checked quickly
- Visual adaptation to blended focus is more noticeable than pain
- Regular lubricants improve comfort while the eyes settle