Do you want a life without glasses or contact lenses? But are you still reluctant to see a doctor for laser eye surgery and to inform yourself about everything necessary?

In this experience report, you will acquire knowledge about the process – from the first steps to clear vision. Here you will find all important information about eye lasers. From the first visit to the clinic to life without a visual aid and how you can see more clearly thanks to modern laser eye technology!

Eye lasers – find out all the details!

Laser eye surgery experience in Germany – video diary

In Germany, around 120,000 people a year opt for laser eye surgery. Among them is also Hitradio antenne1 morning show traffic editor, Nico Auer. His story is not just one of many, but one that shows why laser eye surgery can be the right choice for many.

Nico had been living with glasses for more than 20 years due to myopia. However, this is especially annoying in winter due to the foggy glasses. Recently, he has also had difficulty wearing the mask in combination with the glasses.

For some time now, his thoughts have revolved around the topic of eye lasers and the associated benefits of treatment. The desire for a life without vision aids became stronger and stronger, and finally the dream became more and more a reality month after month. He opted for treatment at the Bányai clinic in Leonberg, where he got rid of his diopters and gained a new attitude to life.

Nico reports on his experience with eye lasers in the 3-part video series. From the first visit to the Bányai Clinic in Leonberg to new weeks of joie de vivre without glasses, interesting minutes full of insights await you!

Consultation and preliminary examination – Part 1 of the experience report on laser eye surgery

First of all, Nico’s eyes are literally examined in the eye laser centre Bányai in Leonberg during the preliminary examinations. Various tests measure whether Nico’s eyes are suitable for laser surgery.

Criteria include the thickness and elasticity of the cornea. The level of intraocular pressure is also measured. It turns out that for Nico’s eyes, the ReLEx-Smile method is best suited. Other methods for laser eye surgery are the LASIK method, PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision, Advanced PRK and LASEK.

Laser Eye Surgery Day – Part 2 of the Laser Eye Experience

“Bye, bye glasses” – today is Nico’s big day. After a final check of vision, he is informed about the drip plan and can ask open questions to the top doctors. After a detailed conversation about the upcoming steps, he is finally allowed to take the big step.

It goes into the OR, where Ms. Doctor-medic Bányai, as discussed, performs the ReLEx smile method. You can see in the second part of the video series how Nico fares after eye lasers.

One week after laser eye surgery – Part 3 of the review

“Totally euphoric” and “a different attitude to life” – with these words Nico describes his “new” life without glasses. He is already symptom-free 20 hours after the operation. He does not complain of dry eyes, burning eyes or other problems or pain.

Overnight, Nico is recommended an eye patch or eye protection, as he sleeps rather restlessly. In the morning after the eye laser, Nico can take off his eye protection. A protection is glued to each eye to protect the eyes at night.

Nico is obviously very much looking forward to the first result, as is probably the case with most patients. His reaction to the “new” eyes definitely conveys how amazed and happy he is about the result.

Two days after the procedure, sport is allowed again and Nico jogs a lap. “No fogged-up glasses, it’s really a completely different running feeling, a completely different way of life. I’m totally euphoric! I never thought that after such a short time there would be a really good result…”, Nico enthuses after his training.

One week after the procedure, Nico can have his result checked in practice. He is amazed at how his vision has improved and how little time has passed since he wore glasses. The eye drops that he has to use daily ensure that everything heals.

In the video part 3, you will learn what the optician master, Ms. Biggy Stecher, has to say about Nico’s eyes at the inspection appointment a week later. That is to say, the laser eye surgery will remedy your refractive error.

What refractive errors can I laser?

65 percent of Germans, i.e. about two out of three, are affected by refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness or presbyopia. These refractive errors are usually not perceived as pleasant, on the contrary. Especially people who are more miserable often suffer from poor vision.

In order to be able to see clearly, those affected must wear glasses or contact lenses with the appropriate diopters, sometimes soothing drops for the eyes are additionally required. Since the number of dioptres can change over the course of a lifetime, this leads to high costs for the right visual aid in the long term. However, for many refractive errors, there is already a simpler, permanent solution for correcting the refractive error: to have the eye lasered.

For which defective vision is refractive surgery, i.e. laser eye surgery, suitable?

Laser treatment for short-sightedness (myopia)
Laser treatment for long-sightedness (hyperopia)
Laser presbyopia (presbyopia)
Corneal curvature lasers (astigmatism or intentionality)
Refractive error of higher order (aberrations)

Various eye laser methods, such as femto-lasics, the ReLeX smile method and PRK/LASEK, can be used to correct defective vision, such as short-, far-sightedness and stick-sightedness.

Are you interested in laser eye surgery? Then you can find out here whether you are suitable for laser eye treatment using an online eye laser aptitude test. Different factors, such as too thin a cornea, can make laser eye treatment difficult.

To the eye laser aptitude test

What eye disease can I laser?

Eye diseases such as cataracts, macular degeneration or retinal detachment occur in various areas of the eye.

Some develop quickly and at a young age, others only appear at an older age. Regardless of the eye disease, early diagnosis and proper treatment is important.

With the help of the LENSAR femtosecond laser, a gentle cataract operation can be performed.

In addition, we will inform you about the individual treatment options for macular degeneration, glaucoma or pathologically dry eye in a personal consultation at one of our 5 practice locations.

Lasers can be used to get rid of the following eye diseases:

Cataract lasers
Secondary cataract
Green cataract lasers (glaucoma)
Age-dependent macular degeneration lasers (AMD)
Laser retinal hole & retinal detachment
Laser treatment for keratoconus

So that the eye diseases do not progress further, it is important to discuss monitoring appointments, preventive examinations and treatment options with the ophthalmologist.

During a consultation, we can discuss individual treatment methods and respond individually to your open questions. We look forward to your visit to the Bányai Laser Eye Centre!

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Online aptitude test – free of charge and in a few minutes

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to only have to wear sunglasses occasionally instead of constantly having to rely on annoying diopter glasses? Would laser eye treatment be an option for my eyes?

Take Nico as a role model and take the online aptitude test now as the first step towards a new sense of life. You can also learn more about eye laser costs, some of our other posts also contain content about other eye laser methods. Incidentally, an operation at the eye laser centre can only take a few seconds, you will learn more about this shortly.

Inform now about eye lasers and maybe soon see the future with different eyes. Start now with our free online eye laser aptitude test!

Eye lasers in the Bányai eyelasercentre

Do you already know SMILE® Pro? The SMILE® Pro procedure is the most innovative and state-of-the-art method of vision impairment correction in refractive surgery and places only minimal strain on the cornea. The laser itself only takes about 10 seconds per eye. The SMILE eye laser method has already been successfully used millions of times worldwide.

Laser eye surgery, diagnostics & advice on ophthalmology at the Bányai Laser Eye Centre in Stuttgart and Karlsruhe– your Doctor-medic Liliana Bányai with our experienced team

Book your personal consultation online now – without obligation and learn more about SMILE® Pro!

At the consultation appointment

FAQs on laser eye experiences

Can you be blinded by eye lasers?

The chance of being blinded by laser eye surgery is zero. The likelihood of vision deterioration is 1:30,000.

Is laser eye treatment painful?

No, laser eye surgery is not painful. This is ensured by special eye drops that numb the eyes. How painful eye lasers are, of course, depends on each person’s personal feelings. If pain occurs, however, it is only mild pain such as itchy or dry eyes after the procedure or a feeling of pressure during the procedure.

How long does the eye laser last?

In principle, laser eye treatment lasts a lifetime.

Is it dangerous to have your eyes lasered?

The risk of laser eye surgery is limited. There is one, but it is very small. The likelihood of vision deterioration due to laser eye surgery is 1:30,000. Most symptoms after the procedure are, for example, dry or burning eyes.

From and until what age should you have your eyes lasered?

Laser eye surgery can be performed from the age of 18. Laser eye surgery is also possible over the age of 50 or 60. You can read more details under Ageing Eyes lasers.

How long to rest after laser eye surgery?

After laser eye surgery, you should rest and protect your eyes, not watch TV or read. The recovery only takes a few hours. So be patient and give your eyes some rest.

Does the health insurance cover laser eye surgery?

In principle, the costs of an ophthalmic laser surgery in the event of defective vision are not covered by the statutory health insurance funds. Nevertheless, it depends on the type of defective vision and eye disease. For example, statutory health insurance funds usually finance cataract surgery.

What financing options are available for laser eye treatment?

Many clinics offer interest-free installment payments to ease the financial burden. At Bányai Neue Augen, for example, interest-free installment payments over 24 months are possible.

What is the cost of laser eye treatment?

The costs vary depending on the chosen method and individual refractive error. At Bányai Neue Augen, prices start from €990 per eye. A personal consultation is recommended for detailed information.

What are patients’ experiences with the cost of laser eye surgery?

Many patients initially perceive the cost of laser eye treatment as a major investment – but in retrospect, they report that it has paid off in full. The transparent pricing, the possibility of interest-free installment payments and, above all, the lasting result are convincing in the Bányai eye centre. It is particularly positive that there are no hidden additional costs and the quality of the treatment corresponds to the price. For many, laser eye surgery is therefore not just a medical procedure, but a decision for a better quality of life.

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