Laser eye surgery
Think of ocular procedures and you think of laser eye surgery. Justifiably. It is by far the most commonly applied “no more glasses or lenses” procedure. Laser eye surgery accurately corrects near- or farsightedness. Which technique is appropriate for you depends on your age, lifestyle and the condition of your eye.
What is laser eye surgery?
Laser eye surgery involves the use of a high-tech laser to correct the curvature of your eye. The greater the strength, the more the shape of your eye will need to be adjusted. Your eye may be too long, too short or not perfectly round. This stops light falling squarely on your retina. Because of which you won’t see the world around you clearly.
Eye laser surgery to-the-point
- For deviations in strength between -12 and + 4.5
- For astigmatism up to -6
- In-depth treatments: ReLEx SMILE and IntraLasik
- Surface treatments: TransPRK and Lasek
- For clients aged 18 to 45
- Laser eye surgery not possible or advisable? Your alternative is an implanted lens: ExtraLenses, ReplaceLenses or a Readon ReplaceLens-treatment for someone who has difficulty reading
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Want to experience the freedom of seeing everything clearly without aids? The preliminary examination always forms the basis of every laser eye treatment, followed by the treatment itself and, of course, the aftercare.
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Frequently asked questions about laser eye surgery
At what strength is laser eye surgery possible? arrow_downward
Theoretically, strengths between -12 and +4.5 can be treated. These are the maximum strength deviations that may be treated. Taking into account the best result and safe and responsible laser eye surgery, the maximum strength that is treated is lower.
Laser eye surgery as a treatment is not always an option. Alternative treatments can be ExtraLenzen, the Readon treatment or ReplaceLenzen. Your eyes can also be lasered with a minimum minus deviation of -0.75 and with a minimum plus deviation of +0.50.
When is there a medical indication for laser eye surgery? arrow_downward
A medical indication applies in the case of contact lens intolerance in combination with extreme plus or minus strength deviations and an exceptional astigmatism .
Basic insurance reimbursement
In some situations, reimbursement from basic insurance is possible. Only the ophthalmologist can determine on the basis of the preliminary examination whether you are eligible for this. Ultimately, your health insurer will make a decision on this.
What if my eyes are not suitable for laser eye surgery? arrow_downward
A perfect alternative to laser eye surgery are ExtraLenses. During the ExtraLens implantation, the ophthalmologist places an advanced artificial lens in front of your natural eye lens.
Contact lens in your eye
The ExtraLens is actually a kind of contact lens in your eye instead of on your eye. Especially suitable for higher minus and plus strengths, extreme deviations, dry eyes or thin corneas. The ultra-thin lens is not visible to others. Once implanted, the lens can remain in place for life. But it can also be removed or replaced without any problems, should you ever want to get rid of your reading glasses. In contrast to laser eye surgery, nothing changes in the anatomy of your eyes.
ReplaceLenses
Another possible treatment could be ReplaceLens. If you are over 45, the ReplaceLens treatment can address farsightedness.
Does laser eye surgery provide permanent results? arrow_downward
This is a question that is often asked. The result is in principle permanent: the effect cannot be undone. With laser eye treatment, the shape of your cornea is adjusted. This process is irreversible.
Research shows that the cornea recovers well and stably after laser eye surgery. This does not mean that your eyes and your prescription cannot change over the years. As you get older, you may develop cataracts or need reading glasses.
Reading glasses due to aging
Many people wonder whether they need reading glasses after laser eye surgery. The fact that you need reading glasses as you get older has nothing to do with your cornea, but with your eye lens. As you get older, your eye lens can no longer focus for close-up. You then suffer from presbyopia . This is therefore separate from the laser eye surgery. A solution for this is a lens implant . In most cases, we therefore recommend this if you are at an age where it is likely that you will soon have reading problems.
How does laser eye surgery work? arrow_downward
With laser eye surgery, a high-tech laser corrects your refractive error. The higher your prescription, the more the eye shape needs to be adjusted. With laser eye surgery, nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism can be corrected.
Laser eye surgery always consists of two steps, regardless of which laser eye technique you choose.
Reaching the correct layer in the cornea.
Removal of tissue to correct strength.
The laser evaporates tiny layers of tissue from your cornea or loosens a layer from the surroundings. To make it flatter or more curved. Your eye regains its correct shape. The light falls perfectly on your retina at the back of your eye. Resulting in sharp vision.
Front of the cornea
In laser eye surgery, each treatment focuses only on the front of the cornea. The lower 2/3 of the cornea remains completely intact and is not touched by the laser at all.
Is laser eye surgery painful? arrow_downward
Your eyes are numbed with eye drops. This means that you will not feel any pain during the treatment. There is a difference in how the recovery period is experienced. Pain is different for everyone and difficult to measure. The surface treatments TransPRK and Lasek are sensitive or even painful during the first 3 to 5 days of recovery. Most people experience these as unpleasant. If you want a more comfortable treatment, we recommend, if medically possible, a ReLEx SMILE, IntraLasik or ExtraLens treatment. Each treatment is therefore different in terms of comfort level.
Is laser eye surgery possible when you are pregnant? arrow_downward
Unfortunately, you cannot undergo laser eye surgery if you are pregnant.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, hormonal activity increases. Your vision can be affected by this. That is why we only laser 3 months after you have given birth or stopped breastfeeding.
Is laser eye surgery possible for farsightedness? arrow_downward
Yes, laser eye surgery with a plus prescription is certainly possible, but the thickness of the cornea and the size of the pupil are also decisive. An alternative can be an ExtraLens. The preliminary examination can indicate exactly whether laser eye surgery is possible for you. During the preliminary examination and the consultation, the ophthalmologist looks at your specific eye situation and lifestyle and gives you a customized treatment advice based on that.
Laser Eye Surgery
Laser eye surgery is strongly age-related. Up to about 45 years, laser eye surgery is often the best option. After 45 years, the Readon ReplaceLens or ReplaceLens treatment is more suitable.
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