LASIK surgery in Turkey: Vision as clear as day
It is said that the eyes are the windows to the soul, and it's true, once you look at someone in the eye you can map out an idea on who they are.
Our eyes are how we see the world and they are how we make perspective towards people and everything else, so when having problems with our sight like double vision and blurry vision it could cause a major discomfort.
Having cornea problems can effect your professional life same as your normal life, you will start having problems doing the things that you love to do and if not treated it could lead to more and worst complications.
But you shouldn't worry about that because Aram Clinic invites you to have LASIK surgery in Turkey.
LASIK surgery in Turkey is the perfect and most financially wise decision you can make when having visual problems, with Aram Clinic you will have the results you always wanted so you can see the world clearly again.
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How much does LASIK surgery in Turkey cost?
Turkey is known for performing hundreds of thousands of cosmetic surgeries every year, with that in mind it's easy to see why the country is amongst the top of the list of medical tourism.
LASIK surgery in Turkey costs about 50% less that of other countries at Aram clinic, this is due to our all inclusive deal that covers:
- The hotel room.
- The transportation.
- Your medication.
- Your doctor's payment.
This is why many people choose to have LASIK surgery in Turkey at Aram Clinic, so what are you waiting for? We invite you to come and visit us, so you can have the results you always wanted.
What is the best clinic to have LASIK surgery in Turkey?
Turkey is full of some of the best cosmetic clinics in the world, one of the best clinic's is Aram Clinic.
The reason for Aram's success is the cutting edge medical equipment that allows us to perform a very large variety of cosmetic surgeries.
When deciding on having a very delicate procedure like LASIK surgery in Turkey you will need to have the best medical team to insure the best outcome.
Aram Clinic has a highly skillful and very professional medical team composed of the most highly educated doctors and nurses from the top medical universities in the world.
With a facility as advanced as that and a medical team that has a mission of delivering the best results possible, we guarantee you a very professional and relaxing experience.
What is LASIK eye surgery?
LASIK surgery is one of the common vision correction procedures around the world, which refers to the localized laser keratomileusis.
It is a process through which the shape of the cornea is corrected by using a laser beam that correct any defect in the reflexes of vision, and thus the light is focused on the retina in the back of the eye.
LASIK surgery is done for many reasons such as:
- Nearsightedness.
- Farsightedness.
- Astigmatism, which causes blurred vision.
What are the types of LASIK surgery?
LASIK procedures are not limited to one type, there are several types for this procedure and undergoing them depends on each patient's condition and the visual defects they suffer.
Femto Smile process
This type is characterized by being the latest and most advanced type of LASIK surgery; it is used to treat all vision problems, even for those who suffer from a thin stratum corneum.
The femto-smile procedure is performed in just one step without the need to lift or remove any part of the corneal tissue.
Femto LASIK surgery
Another type of LASIK operation that is very common and used today; being safe and fast.
Any sharp or precise instruments are replaced with a laser to remove the thin layer of the cornea and then reshape it's surface.
After completion, the doctor will put a thin layer over the surface of the cornea without any need to place the lens as a corneal dressing.
The traditional LASIK process
This newer type of refractive surgery uses an instrument called a microkeratome to remove the surface layer of the cornea while keeping a part of it attached to the eye.
After completing this step, the laser is used to correct the inner cornea, and then the doctor restores the superficial corneal layer to be fused with the eye.
PRK . Superficial LASIK surgery
Superficial LASIK is one of the oldest laser vision correction procedures, but thanks to the rapid development of LASIK operations; it has became rare to be chosen by patients. However, this type is used in cases where the cornea of the eye is weak and cannot be treated using modern methods.
The patient may feel some pain that may last for about three days, which varies from patient to patient.
The pain happens because of the shining of the laser directly towards the cornea radially without removing the surface layer of the cornea.
How to prepare for LASIK surgery?
Before setting the date of the operation, you will need to have a number of necessary preparations to be ready.
A full eye examination is performed to assess its condition and determine the severity of the damage.
The doctor will have a look at your medical history and will ask you about any medication that you are taking.
You will be given a set of instructions that you must abide by before the date of the operation.
You must stop wearing contact lenses completely for a period ranging from several days to several weeks before the operation.
It's advised that you change your diet to more soft foods and light meals before the operation.
On the day of the operation, you should avoid wearing any jewelry on your hair or on the head area in general.
What happens during the LASIK operation?
The process is simple and straightforward and shouldn't take so much time.
You will need to have someone to drive you back to your house because you won't be able to see very clearly.
Yo will be subjected to local anesthesia in the eye through anesthetic eye drops that are instilled into the eye at least 10 minutes before the operation.
The process begins with the surgeon using a laser beam from a special device to make an incision in the surface of the cornea without completely separating it, allowing most of the corneal surface tissue to be removed from the inner corneal tissue.
Another type of laser beam is shined on the cornea to correct the vision problems.
After that, you will be asked to stare directly and steadily at the laser beam for a short period.
The surface tissue is returned to its place, and the treated cornea is covered with it after completion.
The aforementioned laser beams, known as the Excimer laser, corrects the shape of the cornea according to a predetermined and calibrated pattern that the doctor has made from your previous check-up appointments.
What happens after LASIK surgery?
After the operation you will need to have a small period of time to rest, so you will need to take some days off work.
You will be given drops to moisturize your eyes and prevent inflammation, which must be used daily and during the period of time that your doctor as instructed.
Your vision may seem blurry on the first days after the operation, and this is normal.
You will need to stop doing hard physical exercises and sports for about a month so that you don't risks your leses getting damaged or misplaced.
Be sure to go to your follow-up appointments and check-up sessions so that your doctor may have an understanding on the level of success of the operation and to see the progression of your healing.
What are the risks of having LASIK surgery?
LASIK carries some risks with ir, even though the surgery is simple and highly efficient when it comes to fixing your eye sight and making your vision much better.
Much like any other cosmetic and medical procedure LASIK comes with some risks, these are very rare but you need to consider them when deciding on taking the operation.
When you meet with your doctor to discuss the operation, he or she will be sure to go over these risks, how they may happen and how to avoid them in much more details.
Make sure that you ask your surgeon any and all questions relating to the operation and be specific when you answer their questions especially about your medical history.
Some of the risks of LASIK surgery are:
- Not everyone is eligible.
- The flaps can be injured.
- There’s a slight chance you’ll need LASIK again.
- Having dry eyes.
- Vision loss or changes.
- Overcorrections in your vision.
- Headaches or eye strain.
- Glare or halo effects.
- Red blotches in the white of your eye.
Conclusion
Suffering from blurry vision, double vision or any other problems in sight is very frustrating, it keeps you from performing your daily activities and it could make your professional life much harder.
However modern science has given us many solutions to our health problems using the best that technology can offer.
LASIK surgery in Turkey is one of the best solutions for visual problems, it's in anyone's budget range and is done by the one of the best medical teams in the world so you can be sure that you will receive the results you always wanted.