LASIK / PRK / LASEK General Overview
Anesthesia
Local
Duration of Intervention
10-20 Minutes
Return to Social Life
1 Day
Average Pain After 3 Days
0-1 *
*Pain rating scale: from 0 = absence to 5 maximum pain
LASIK / PRK / LASEK
Treatments of vision disorders such as myopia, hypermetropia and astigmatism with excimer laser have been widely known in medicine. Millions of patients have been treated with this method since 1980s. In laser treatments, no tissue removal is made in the eye. Cornea is re-shaped by ablation which is a method of vaporization.
LASIK method consists of making a small opening a flap on the upper surface of cornea and adjusting the vision ability with excimer laser.
There are different variations of LASIK treatment:
- LASIK: Performed with a microkeratome flap.
- FEMTO LASIK: Corneal flap is done by femtosecond laser. Click for more information
- iLASIK: It can be called iDesign Lasik, Wavefront Lasik or A-CAT Lasik. With the help of an aberrometry device, it can detect not only the distance vision problems, but also minor problems that other techniques can not. All the disorders can be fixed and the patient can have a much better vision in general. Once you have a consultation with your doctor, you can find out whether you are suitable or not
PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
If a patient suffers from myopia, hypermetropia or astigmatism but does not have the sufficient thickness of cornea to have a LASIK treatment, PRK is one of the solutions.
The upper surface of cornea which is called epithelium is folded and excimer laser is applied to the inner surface. As there is no flap made onto the cornea, a protective contact lens is located on the cornea. Obtaining the results can take longer than a LASIK treatment – around 3-4 weeks. 2 to 4 days after the procedure can be slightly painful due to the healing process of epithelium. In a classical LASIK surgery, corneal flap is opened, whereas in PRK surgery the epithelium tissue is scraped and folded.
LASEK
It is performed in patients that do not have enough thickness of cornea. It may resemble to PRK treatment, but in this technique the epithelium is elevated with thinned alcohol solution and then laser is applied. As there is not any incision made in the epithelium, pain level is lower than PRK, but having the results take longer than a LASIK procedure.
EPI-LASIK
This technique is another alternative to PRK and LASEK. The only difference is that a special device that is called epikeratome is utilized to elevate the epithelium. Pain is much lower than PRK and LASEK, and the healing process is shorter.
There are numerous techniques in eye treatments. Your doctor will recommend the best technique to you in the consultation after making an eye analysis.
Table of Contents
- LASIK / PRK / LASEK
- PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
- LASEK
- EPI-LASIK
- LASIK / PRK / LASEK Cost
- LASIK / PRK / LASEK Reviews
- LASIK / PRK / LASEK Questions
- What are the main symptoms of eye disorders?
- Will I have a brand new vision after laser treatment? Is there a possibility of having vision problems again after the treatment?
- Is it painful after laser eye surgery?
- Is it true that laser eye surgeries cause dry eye?
- Is is true that laser can not solve astigmatism?
- Is it possible to have a second laser eye surgery?
- How to decide which laser technique is the best?
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LASIK / PRK / LASEK Cost
Cost of LASIK / PRK / LASEK operation depending on various factors. Such as the experience of the doctor who will perform the LASIK / PRK / LASEK operation, and the hospital equipment. In the table below, you can see the comparison of the price of LASIK / PRK / LASEK operation between Turkey and other countries (USA, Canada, UK, Italy, Spain, Poland, Mexico).
| Country | Cost of LASIK / PRK / LASEK |
|---|---|
| Turkey | $400 - $800 per eye |
| United States of America | $1000 - $4000 per eye |
| United Kingdom | $1200 - $4800 per eye |
| Czech Republic | $800 - $3200 per eye |
| Poland | $700 - $3000 per eye |
| Mexico | $800 - $3000 per eye |
| Italy | $1250 - $3750 per eye |
As can be seen price comparison table LASIK / PRK / LASEK operation cost in Turkey starting from $400 per eye and it's 60% more economical comparing with the prices in USA, United Kingdom and Europe. The cost of laser eye surgery in Turkey is lower than in the UK, USA and Europe, but the low operating costs does not mean that the quality of medical service is low quality. For this reason LASIK / PRK / LASEK one of most popular surgery in Turkey and nearly 40.000 LASIK / PRK / LASEK surgeries are performed in a year.
The main reasons why patients choose Turkey to have LASIK / PRK / LASEK surgery:
- All Inclusive Package Price: The most important criteria that people who want to have a LASIK / PRK / LASEK operation look for and want in terms of price is clarity. Turkey has a price advantage compared to Europe, America or UK with its quality treatment, accommodation, transfer services and all-inclusive price. As TravelMEDI, we would like to remind you that within the LASIK / PRK / LASEK treatment, treatment costs (such as surgeon fee, medication fee, equipment fees, hospital fee, test fee), accommodation fee, transfer fees between the hospital and the hotel or the airport and the hotel are included in the operation price.
- High Level Healthcare System: Turkey was one of the rare countries that did not experience a crisis in the health system even during the pandemic period, because it has large-scale and systematic health institutions (hospitals, number of experienced doctors, private clinics, well-equipped nurses and assistants). As TravelMEDI, we offer our patients the maximum health service at the most affordable prices in cooperation with experienced specialist doctors and highly equipped hospitals.
LASIK / PRK / LASEK Reviews
Reviews of our patients who prefer TravelMEDI for LASIK / PRK / LASEK operation around the world and their LASIK / PRK / LASEK experience.
Rosa-Maria Saarela
21.09.2024
Kävin nenäleikkauksessa travelmedicin kautta ja kaikki meni hyvin jännityksestä huolimatta. Konsultti auttoi kaikissä kysymyksissä. Dr.Mustafa oli todella ammattitaitoinen. Lopputuloksesta tuli juuri sellainen mitä suunniteltiin. Suosittelen
Art Pro
02.07.2024
Chciałbym podziękować Pani Doktor oraz całemu personelowi za profesjonalizm i troskę. Po przeszczepie czułem się w dobrych rękach. Pani Doktor była nie tylko kompetentna, ale także wyjątkowo empatyczna. Personel był miły i pomocny, a Berat, który mnie wspierał, zasługuje na szczególne wyróżnienie. Jego wsparcie w całym procesie było bezcenne. Dziękuję!
FabioN
12.03.2024
Esperienza molto positiva, personale competente. Antonio in particolare mi ha seguito in modo eccellente aiutandomi anche oltre quando ho affrontato un imprevisto durante il viaggio.!
AmandatT1971
30.01.2024
If I could give more than 5 stars I would! My experience with Berat at TravelMEDI was exceptional from start to finish, nothing was too much trouble any questions I may have had were answered promptly and efficiently. The treatment I received was fantastic from my surgeon to the hospital staff who were outstanding the hospital and Hotel beat anything in the UK. Now home the care is still there with regular contact via Berat. I can’t thank Berat and TravelMEDI enough for their kindness.
Kim Parr
05.03.2024
Where do I start? I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience. From the beginning until the end, Travelmedi looked after myself, my husband and even our little girl. They made us feel so comfortable and respected.
I came over to Istanbul for a tummy tuck and liposuction after hating how I looked for many years. Having children left me with an overhang. I was introduced to Dr Mustafa Keskin who gave me the results I really wished for. He has given me the body I always wanted!! I am over the moon with how I look right now, it makes me emotional. He was so caring & calm and made me feel like I could trust him straight away. Thank YOU!!!
A special thank you has to go to the man behind the scenes.. Berat. What an absolute angel of a man. He has looked after us amazingly. He has been there to answer all of our questions, some silly questions, but also to help us feel comfortable in a country we have never been to before. We have developed a real friendship with Berat and we think that our experience wouldn’t have been as perfect as it has been, if Berat wasn’t with us. Thank YOU Travelmedi for the most wonderful experience. We will recommend to all of our family & friends. See you again in the future.
Kim, Ben & baby Millie xox
libbyelise
15.01.2024
I came to travel medi on a recommendation for a breast uplift and augmentation but being only 22 I was extremely nervous and it was my first surgery also. Berat was just amazing I cannot talk higher of him! He made the whole experience every single step as seamless as possible, I was given a whole itinerary and Berat still kept me updated and went through every step I did by my side. Every consultation appointment every time I had to leave the hotel he was there with us, he is so so lovely kind caring and any question or query(not that I had many) he answered almost immediately!
I went to a different surgeon than what I was supposed to but it was the best decision ever made. Professor Mustafa Keskin is top of the game and he was absolutely brilliant and went into so much detail about every single aspect of the surgery.
I was extremely nervous about having surgery but he was amazing. Berat was with me every step of the way till I was being wheeled down for surgery! When I woke up in the morning he was there for my release and accompanied me in the car back to the hotel.
Travel Medi is an amazing company to go with, from start to finish my whole process was completely seamless and stress free. They sort everything out so all you have to do is turn up! Every time we left the hotel for a consultation or blood work our driver was there to take us wait and pick us up. Berat is a credit to Travel Medi he’s an absolute diamond! Even now I am home he is still checking in to make sure I am ok!
Anna Maria Rossi
01.03.2024
Esperienza totalmente positiva. Tutto organizzato alla perfezione. Durante il soggiorno ad Istanbul sei sempre seguito da un’interprete della clinica, sempre disponibile per qualsiasi informazione. La dott.ssa Celin è davvero la migliore, la sua equipe medica è di altissimo livello, massima professionalità e serietà. Per non parlare della location SUPER!
Complimenti davvero a tutto lo staff! Durante l’intervento e nel post intervento, c’è un’interprete che ti segue e ti aiuta, nel mio caso Antonio, persona professionale gentilissimo e disponibilissimo per qualsiasi problema o dubbio. La clinica del Dott.ssa Celin è il massimo della professionalità, serietà e disponibilità.
Tutto perfetto!!
SUPER CONSIGLIATO!!
Loganking22
16.08.2023
From the very first contact made with travelmedi the service was amazing. They were so thorough with all their questions and as a mother allowing her child at 17 years old to under go any surgery never mind surgery in another country I say I had nothing to worry about. They made great contact right up to appointment. From the first greeting at airport until the last drop bk at airport to return was excellent service. And that wasn't the end they still made contact to see how her healing process was and I honestly would recommend them to anyone. The service in turkey was for a breast reduction and from her first appointment until her last the staff were so helpful pleasant and very caring.
Ирина
12.06.2022
Becca200393
14.08.2023
Honestly couldn't recommend anyone more. From start to finish I have been kept informed and reassured with everything. Any questions I had Berat answered quickly and made me feel very comfortable going forward with the surgery. I had the surgery less that a week ago and I am already massively happy with the results I have and can't wait till I am fully healed for the finished look! If anyone is unsure of travelling to Turkey or who to go with regarding surgey, TravelMedi is for sure the best!