LASIK surgery in Turkey is the most popular and common laser eye surgery. If you are not a suitable candidate for LASIK then other surgeries like PRK and LASEK may be good alternatives that can deliver similar results. This type of eye surgery is for people who suffer from nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), or astigmatism.
If you are contemplating laser eye surgery in Turkey, you probably already wear glasses or contact lenses. Book an Este Medical Group consultation to find out if LASIK surgery or a similar refractive eye surgery is suitable for you.
What can laser eye surgery help with?
The idea of eye surgery can be very intense for most people. Rest assured; our Este Turkey surgeons have a minimum of 10 years of experience. Did you know that LASIK is one of the safest elective surgical procedures available, with an almost zero complication rate (i.e., it is estimated to be less than 1%).
Here are some common laser eye surgery benefits.
- Overall improved vision; no more contact lenses
- No scars; this surgery leaves no scars or marks
- Long-lasting results; laser eye surgery is permanent
- Good investment; no more expensive prescriptions, or buying frames or contacts
How is laser eye surgery done?
To ensure you feel no pain, numbing anaesthetic drops are administered to your eyes and you are given medication to fully relax. The surgeon makes a circular cut in the corneal epithelium using a fine blade (trephine). The trephine leaves a small arc-shaped area of the circle uncut, so the epithelial flap that is created remains attached to the eye. A diluted alcohol solution is placed over the eye for approximately 30 seconds, which loosens the edges of the epithelium and enables the surgeon to gently push the loosened flap of epithelium to the side. The excimer laser is then positioned over the eye to reshape the corneal stroma and correct the vision. After the laser treatment is completed, the epithelial flap is repositioned on the eye. A special contact lens that acts like a protective bandage is then placed over the treatment area of the eyeball.
Why Choose Este in Turkey?
Este’s laser eye surgery follows a specific series of steps to make sure you are prepared before you leave for treatment in Turkey, and know that when you return from Turkey the Este team will be following up with you regarding treatment aftercare and check-ups.
Your journey to Turkey starts with a consultation at the nearest Este Medical Group clinic, or online with an Este specialist. The first thing to do is send us a message through our website and book a consultation. This initial consultation will determine if a treatment in Turkey is the best option.
Once a treatment has been booked at our Este clinic in Turkey, you may need to undergo some treatment preparation. Once your treatment is booked you will be fully briefed on what to expect during and after your Este treatment.
Este Medical Group will look after your accommodation and travel to Turkey. When you arrive to our Istanbul clinic, our friendly team will be there to greet you (they do speak English, no worries!). Before the procedure, the Este Turkey team will go over the whole treatment from beginning to end, making sure you are once again fully briefed on what to expect. Post-treatment the team will make sure you have all you need to know to continue with your aftercare.
Once you leave Turkey, you may be booked for some aftercare at the nearest Este clinic, depending on the extent of your treatment and recovery process. Individual aftercare plans may vary from client to client. All Este Medical Group clients will receive check-ups and follow-up attention.
The Best laser eye surgery in Turkey
Here’s why people choose Este Turkey for professional treatments and aftercare.
- High treatment success rate
- Free consultation and analysis
- 24/7 availability and customised aftercare
- Turkey airport-hotel-clinic transfers arranged
- Fixed prices on treatments
- Certified surgeons and private clinic
- Pain-free experience
- English speaking staff
Frequently Asked Questions
How permanent is laser eye surgery?
This is a permanent treatment (with a few exceptions). Most clients experience their newly corrected vision by the day after the procedure. Recovery time is minimal.
Is laser eye surgery painful?
The actual surgery is not painful as anaesthetic eyedrops are used during the procedure. Eye pain after the surgery is often due to post-treatment inflammation.
Laser eye surgery aftercare?
Este will provide you will a full aftercare guide for your laser eye surgery. These are a few common aftercare recommendations.
- Book time off work so your eyes have time to recover and rest
- Use the eyedrops provided by your surgeon
- Do not use your smart phone, laptop, or tablets for the first 48 hours. You need to rest your eyes
- Wear UV protective eyeglasses post-op, as your eyes will be light sensitive for a time
Who can have laser eye surgery?
You must be over the age of 18, and your eye prescription must be stable (i.e., your prescription should not have changed or varied in the two years before the surgery). If your prescription has changed frequently over the last few years, laser eye surgery may not be an effective treatment for your eyes.
