One of the most common questions we hear at Florida Eye Custom Vision is, “How long does LASIK take?” For our Jacksonville patients, the answer is always a welcome surprise. Plan to spend about an hour and a half in our care, including just 20 minutes in the laser suite for both eyes. Our experienced team—Dr. Amit Chokshi and Dr. S. Akbar Hasan guide you through every stage, ensuring comfort, safety, and confidence from the moment you arrive. With our advanced technology and personalized approach, you’ll return to your daily routine with minimal disruption and maximum clarity. Here’s what you can expect on your LASIK treatment day with North Florida’s most trusted LASIK team.
LASIK Surgery Duration – What to Expect on Your Procedure Day
At Florida Eye Custom Vision, we believe that every patient deserves a seamless, stress-free experience. Here’s exactly how long LASIK takes, broken down by each stage of your day:
1. Arrival & Welcome Experience (15–30 minutes).
From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll be greeted by our caring patient-care coordinators. We make check-in easy and comfortable, so you can relax in our inviting pre-operative lounge and feel at ease before your procedure begins.
2. Pre-Surgery Preparation and Relaxation (30 minutes).
You’ll be given medication to help you relax, and our team will prep your eyes for surgery, including administering numbing drops to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.
3. Advanced LASIK Treatment (20 minutes total for both eyes).
With Jacksonville’s most experienced LASIK surgeons at your side, you’ll benefit from the latest blade-free IntraLase® technology for flap creation, typically taking just 10–30 seconds per eye. Then we’ll use an excimer laser to reshape your cornea with remarkable precision, which takes less than a minute per eye. The actual LASIK surgery duration for both eyes is only about 15–20 minutes.
4. Personalized Post-Operative Monitoring (15–30 minutes).
After your procedure, you’ll rest in our dedicated comfort suite under the watchful care of our team. We’ll provide you with tailored aftercare instructions, assess your initial vision improvement, and fit you with protective eyewear to support optimal healing. You’ll leave our clinic feeling confident, supported, and primed to accept your new vision.
Knowing how long LASIK takes—including every stage of your visit—makes planning your appointment simple and stress-free; you can expect 2 hours of trusted, personalized care delivered by Jacksonville’s most experienced LASIK team. For a closer look at what to expect on your LASIK day, watch our detailed video guide to see how your day will unfold from start to finish.
FAQ On LASIK Recovery Timing and Candidacy
1. How Soon Can I Return to Normal Activities?
You’ll notice clearer vision within hours and will be able to get back to work, driving, and daily routines within 24-48 hours. Temporary mild discomfort and/or watery eyes are common, but this resolves quickly as your vision heals. It will take 1-3 weeks for your vision to fully stabilize and heal.
2. What Does The Candidacy Evaluation Involve?
Candidacy is determined during your pre-operative visit, where we assess your corneal thickness, eye health, prescription stability, individual lifestyle, and vision needs using advanced diagnostics. This helps us determine that LASIK is a safe and effective fit for you, and if it’s not, we can recommend another procedure like Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK), Custom Lens Replacement (CLR), or Implantable Contact Lenses.
Ready to See Your Best and Live Your Best? Schedule Your LASIK Consultation in Jacksonville, FL
As you consider the next step in your vision journey, remember that you deserve care that’s as advanced as it is personal. At Florida Eye Custom Vision, our nationally recognized surgeons and committed staff are here to make your LASIK experience seamless, safe, and truly life-changing. We’ve helped thousands of people in Jacksonville and beyond reclaim their independence from glasses and contacts—always with a focus on comfort, clarity, and results you can trust.
Trust your eyes to the team Jacksonville calls first for LASIK. Call (904) 268-3937 or book your consultation online to take the first step toward a clearer vision.