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Questions prior to the operation

Is LASIK right for me?

LASIK is scientifically accredited for defective vision from +4 to -8 dpt and for cases of astigmatism up to 4 dpt. The final assessment can only be made after an examination and a discussion with an ophthalmologist.

How is LASIK done?

LASIK is sometimes performed on two subsequent days; for example, the first eye is done on Monday and the second on Tuesday. On Wednesday, you would have to see us for a post-operative examination. However, more and more patients are preferring to have both eyes treated on the same day with a brief break between the right and the left eyes.

How long will recovery be?

You should rest for around 1 week (i.e., not do too much computer work). However, your sight will be very good again the day after your LASIK.

What risks should I know about?

With the procedures of refractive surgery in use, the risk of serious complications is extremely low in general, although it cannot be ruled out. The risk of seeing worse after the operation than beforehand is very low. For example: in the case of LASIK, the rate of complications is less than 1%. Your doctor will talk to you about your own individual risk.

Are there long-term studies?

The first successful procedure ("keratomileusis") for correcting vision surgically was developed 40 years ago, laying the cornerstone for today's procedures, PRK and LASIK. The LASIK method has been in use since 1991, is scientifically accredited and established in ophthalmology. Both the procedure and the devices used to perform it are continuously being enhanced.

Can presbyopia be corrected?

Unfortunately, there is currently no effective surgical procedure for treating presbyopia (old-sightedness). All operative procedures are still in the experimental stage.

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