Femto LASIK laser eye treatment

In the conventional femtolASIK procedure, the incision in the cornea is formed by the femtosecond laser to produce a lamella, the so-called “flap”. This flap in the corneal surface of the eye is then unfolded and the correction of the defective vision underneath is carried out by means of an eye laser. The word flap comes from the English and means flap. Once the laser eye treatment (refractive surgery) is finished, the flap in the eye is closed and the healing process of the eyes begins. In the course of the healing process of the eyes, you should refrain from sporting activities for the time being. The flap is not noticeable in the eye after the treatment and grows back on its own.

If you want an even gentler, more precise and innovative eye surgery for myopia or corneal curvature, we recommend the SMILE® Pro procedure. The treatment options for lasers are extensive and can be used particularly gently for the patient. You can find out which eye laser method is right for you in a personal conversation. For people with an extremely thin cornea, for example, the A-PRK or LASEK (Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis) are a suitable alternative. A lens implant can also be a suitable solution for farsighted people.

As with any treatment, there are possible risks and complications with femto-LASIK, but there is no reason to worry. Because these occur very rarely, such as infections, dry eyes or halos. In addition, it is possible for a flap complication to occur. The opening and closing of the corneal cover can lead to slipping or wrinkling. Nevertheless, Femto-LASIK is extremely safe and gentle and enjoys a large number of satisfied patients.

The actual laser correction with LASIK takes only a few seconds on the day of treatment in Karlsruhe or Stuttgart. With preparation as well as pre- and follow-up examinations, however, about two hours of stay should be planned. Otherwise, you don’t have to make any special preparations for your big day.

1. With a high-precision laser, the VisuMax, the surgeon prepares a wafer-thin lamella on the cornea (flap) during treatment with Femto Lasik. This is unfolded like a book cover.
2. Now the excimer laser removes tissue in the exposed pain-insensitive layer of the cornea. This process only takes a few seconds, your refractive error is corrected and your vision returns. The laser-assisted removal of corneal tissue therefore results in a change in the corneal curvature and thus in a change in the refractive power.
3. The flap is then folded back like an endogenous bandage. The flap immediately clings to the rest of the cornea and completely closes the surface of the eye. Thanks to this endogenous dressing, you will not feel any pain even after the treatment. This is the reason why this method of laser eye surgery is perceived by patients as particularly pleasant.

It is important that you do not drive yourself immediately after the treatment. You can also easily reach our centre in Karlsruhe or Stuttgart by public transport. More detailed information on the procedure can be found here or directly at our laser eye centre.

Immediately after LASIK surgery, your new visual pleasure begins. Your visual acuity is much better immediately. However, you should still take care of yourself in the first few hours after the treatment. Avoid straining your eyes and don’t look into each other’s eyes. You will also receive a detailed plan with dates for follow-up checks. Some patients report dry eyes after surgery, but this symptom regulates itself and can be treated by eye drops in consultation with their doctor.

Immediately after LASIK surgery, your new visual pleasure begins. Your vision is immediately much better. However, you should still take care of yourself in the first few hours after the treatment. Avoid straining your eyes and don’t look into each other’s eyes. Some patients report dry eyes after surgery. However, this symptom regulates itself and can be treated by eye drops in consultation with your doctor. It is important that you do not drive yourself immediately after the treatment. You can also easily reach our laser eye centre in Karlsruhe or Stuttgart by public transport. More detailed information on the procedure can be found here or directly at our laser eye centre.

The difference between the two methods is that femto-LASIK is a further development of LASIK eye treatment. Nevertheless, LASIK is still used under certain circumstances, as it still has great benefits.

The term LASIK costs generally describes the expenses for laser eye treatment using LASIK procedures. The Femto LASIK costs relate specifically to a modern further development of classic LASIK, in which the corneal flap is created with a femtosecond laser instead of a microkeratome. This makes Femto LASIK more precise and gentle – which is also reflected in the price: at Bányai Neue Augen, Femto LASIK costs start at 2,200 euros per eye, with the possibility of interest-free installment payments starting at 71 euros per month. Classic LASIK procedures without a femtolaser are often slightly cheaper, but offer fewer advantages in terms of safety and healing process.

Femto-LASIK is the extension of LASIK and thus even more modern and gentle. Femto-LASIK treatment is performed with a high-precision femtosecond laser. The upper corneal layers are formed into a small corneal cover and unfolded. This promotes a faster healing process than with ordinary LASIK treatment. In certain cases, LASIK is still used, as it continues to show a high benefit.

As with any treatment, there are possible risks and complications with femto-LASIK, but there is no reason to worry. Because these occur very rarely, such as infections, dry eyes or halos. In addition, it is possible for a flap complication to occur. The opening and closing of the corneal cover can lead to slipping or wrinkling. Nevertheless, Femto-LASIK is extremely safe and gentle and enjoys a large number of satisfied patients. LASIK laser eye treatment cannot help with presbyopia or presbyopia. Here at Frau Doctor-medic Bányai, the Presbyond laser blended vision method is used.

Laser eye surgery is no longer a novelty, which is why the individual procedures have been well tested and researched. LASIK is a tried and tested method of eye laser and is considered very safe. The healing process of LASIK takes a little longer than with Femto LASIK treatment and the risk of complications such as infections, corneal deformities or lacrimal gland failure is also higher. However, these are very rare.

Both eye laser methods, Femto-LASIK and SMILE® Pro, are state-of-the-art procedures that are only performed by highly trained eye surgeons with highly precise equipment. What is more suitable for the individual patient depends on the patient and his refractive error or eye disease. SMILE® Pro is currently considered the gentlest and safest method, as flap complications can be ruled out.