Lasik Surgery Turkey
Nowadays, laser technologies constitute a very big part of our lives. Even if we do not realize it, many conveniences we have in our daily lives are due to the devices developed thanks to these technologies. As such, laser technologies have also begun to be widely used in the medical field. Today, treatments made possible by laser technologies are used in many areas, from gynecological diseases to eye diseases.
Lasik surgery is also known among the public as laser eye surgery. It is the rearrangement and appropriate shaping of the tissues in the eye that have refractive errors.
Thus, many visual impairments such as astigmatism, myopia and hyperopia can be successfully treated. Lasik surgery can also eliminate patients’ dependence on glasses and contact lenses. In the rest of our article, we will answer frequently asked questions such as “When is Lasik surgery performed?”, “Is Lasik surgery safe?”, “What should be considered after Lasik surgery?” and “How is Lasik eye surgery performed?”
You can call us to get detailed information about Lasik surgery in Türkiye and make an appointment with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yasin Şakir Göker, who is an expert in the field of eye diseases.
What is Lasik Surgery?
Lasik surgery is an advanced eye treatment performed using excimer laser technology. In order to see the surroundings clearly, light beams coming from outside must be refracted at a certain angle and sent to the retina. If this refraction and orientation process does not occur as it should, the individual may have blurry vision at close range, at distance, or both. Lasik surgery is a very modern eye treatment preferred to eliminate such visual impairments.
In Which Cases Is Lasik Surgery Performed?
Lasik surgery may be preferred in the following cases:
- Myopia. (The disease of not being able to see clearly at a distance.)
- Hyperopia. (The disease of not being able to see near objects clearly.
- Astigmatism. (An eye disease that prevents clear vision both near and far.)
It is possible to get rid of such discomforts thanks to Lasik surgery and iLasik surgery.
What are the advantages of Lasik Surgery?
The advantages of Lasik surgery are:
- Lasik surgery is completed in approximately 5 minutes. It is a very fast procedure.
- It is a treatment that does not require hospitalization. Patients can return home the same day.
- It is a very reliable and successful treatment. That is why it is one of the most preferred laser eye treatments in the world.
- Return to daily life is very fast.
- It eliminates the need for glasses and contact lenses.
It is possible to list the advantages of Lasik surgery in this way.
Who Can Have Lasik Surgery?
Lasik surgery is suitable for the following people:
- Adult individuals who are over 18 years of age.
- Individuals who do not have eye pressure, i.e. glaucoma.
- Individuals whose eye numbers are relatively stable and do not change frequently.
- Individuals who are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Individuals who do not currently have an eye infection
- Individuals who do not have certain systemic diseases such as diabetes.
Doctors evaluate their patients’ suitability for lasik surgery in detail. In this way, the success of the application is reinforced. Individuals who are currently pregnant, breastfeeding, have an eye infection or are minors can have lasik surgery after the mentioned periods.
How Long Does Lasik Surgery Take?
Lasik surgery, including flap application, laser procedure and preparation for surgery, takes about 5 minutes. In other words, it is an extremely fast procedure. This period is only valid for one eye, the procedure for the other eye takes about 5 minutes on average.
How Is Lasik Surgery Performed? How Is Lasik Eye Surgery Performed?
Lasik surgery is performed by applying pain-relieving drops to the eye. Thus, patients do not feel pain or discomfort during the treatment. During Lasik surgery, first an incision called a flap is made in the cornea with a microkeratome or femto-second laser procedure. With the help of this incision, the actual target area of the eye is reached. Then, with controlled laser pulses, the target area is reshaped so that it can refract light correctly. Then, the incision called the flap is closed and the treatment is completed.
In the procedure known as iLasik surgery, the flap incision is made with laser application, not with special micro blades. All other procedures are carried out in the same way as Lasik surgery. This operation is completed in a short time of 5 minutes for each eye.
What is the Recovery Process Like After Lasik Surgery?
After Lasik surgery, patients can return home the same day. During this process, a transparent protector is placed on the treated eye. The said protector should be used for 2 to 3 days following the application. During this process, some itching, stinging and redness may be seen in the eye. Blurred vision may be experienced. These will pass over time. Care should be taken not to get water in the eye during the healing process. The eye drops prescribed by the doctor should be used as often and as recommended. Your doctor will inform you in detail about what to watch out for after lasik surgery.
Turkey Lasik Surgery Prices 2025
Lasik surgery prices in Türkiye may vary from person to person depending on the scope of the treatment.
You can call us to get detailed information about Lasik surgery prices in Türkiye and make an appointment with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yasin Şakir Göker, who is an expert in the field of eye diseases.
