Laser vision correction

The most common laser treatments in the world are FS-LASIK and SMILE. Another good option is SURFACE treatment (SMARTsurf = TRANS PRK = LASEK, or NO CUT), recommended if you have high astigmatism or thin corneas and therefore can not undergo an FS-LASIK or SMILE procedure.

It is as easy to find out as 1-2-3. Lirema Eye Clinic offers a free online consultation,   which meansyou don’t have to go anywhere and find out if laser eye surgery is suitable for you – just from home:

1. fill the form;
2. our specialist will evaluate your data in a few business days;
3. get an answer via e-mail.

No, laser eye surgery is not recommended for every patient who requests one. Our professional doctors with long expertise will not suggest vision correction if they believe that the desired outcome of good vision without glasses is unlikely to be achieved. The operation is recommended only for those with myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism conditions that do not exceed safe operational limits, and who do not have a cornea that is too thin, or any eye diseases or certain other illnesses. Press here if you want to find out if laser eye surgery suits you.

No, you won’t feel pain because your surgeon will place anesthetic eye drops in your eye first. During the operation, the upper part of the cornea will be treated by laser, causing a change in the cornea’s convexity and refractory power. Light rays that pass through the optic system will start to be focused on the retina and this will improve your vision. The surgery takes about 20 minutes. When we are finished, you will be given detailed instructions, recommendations and a prescription for eye drops. Then you will be ready to go home.

You should not wear contact lenses for two weeks and not use eye cosmetics (e.g. mascara or eyeshadow) for several days before the surgery.

Laser vision correction surgery does not affect the process of giving birth; nor does the process of giving birth affect corrected eyes. However, it is recommended that you wait for about six months after the surgery before trying to get pregnant because of the hormone- and antibiotic-based eye drops used after an operation, which may have an effect on the development of the fetus. The surgery itself causes the body stress, as does pregnancy and giving birth, so a break is recommended between them. We are pleased to say that there are many female patients who have given birth after laser eye surgery and continue to enjoy excellent vision. Request a free online consultation and we will get back to you with a recommendation for the treatment that suits you best!

Lirema eye surgery includes a 5 years guarantee which covers all extra consultations and re-operations if there is such need. Normally it takes 4–6 months to gain the same vision as wearing glasses or lenses so we kindly ask you some patience. We can consult you by email and provide all necessary support to comfort you but if you are willing to come we will provide you a free consultation.

We keep a sustainable surgery policy at Lirema meaning we identify which treatment will suit the patient the most. Our professional and high expertise doctors will not recommend a procedure if it exceeds safe surgery limits. This might be the case when other vision correction methods are more suitable, such as intraocular correction or a clear-lens operation. Please note that the only place for such consultation is those clinics that perform refraction laser surgeries.

The effects of laser eye surgery are long-term and stable. However, the medical possibilities are not limitless. These operations are not a restoration of vision but the replacement of one method of correction (glasses or contact lenses) with another (surgery). It is expected that after an operation, the person will be able to see without glasses the way he could before with a good pair of glasses or contact lenses. It is important to note that the results of an operation are also highly dependent on the extent and complexity of the person’s myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism.

The season does not affect the success of the surgery: patients may choose any time that suits them. However, if you are planning to go on an active vacation afterwards, you should bear in mind that your eyes will be more sensitive for a while and you will need to watch out for dust and direct sunlight. You should also avoid bathing in open bodies of water and swimming pools.

You shouldn’t use eye cosmetics for several weeks after laser eye surgery and regularly use eye drops in order to avoid dryness. Do not worry: this is temporary, but your eyes will be more sensitive for some time so please avoid dust and sun rays (by wearing sunglasses), bathing in open bodies of water and swimming pools.

This depends on the nature of your job. We usually recommend taking a few days off because this will give you enough time to prepare for the surgery and be monitored afterward.