What additional precautions do I need to take for my eyes months after LASIK as compared to eyes that have not been operated on?

In short, yes definitely! Your eye pressure will affect whether or not you are suitable for LASIK. Long answer: Your eye pressure is an indication of your glaucoma risk. Although everyone’s eye pressure fluctuates on a daily basis (it even varies depending on the time of day), a normal person’s eye pressure should be consistently within the range of 8 to 21. If your eye pressure is ever recorded as higher than 21, you may need further tests to evaluate the possibility of glaucoma.

Yes, it is possible for a Lasik flap to be dislodged or displaced even 10, 15 years after a Lasik op. This is because a cut Lasik flap is not stitched or glued back - the corneal flap only adheres by tissue pressure. Thus, you can say that a Lasik flap never fully heals. If you have a Lasik flap dislodgement problem, you will immediately experience blurry vision, irritation and/or sharp pain. If that is the case for you, it is best to see a Lasik eye doctor as soon as possible to reposition your Lasik flap and also to prevent flap wrinkles and other flap-related problems from occurring.