Laser Eye Surgery
Turkey
Global Medical Care connects clients internationally with leading partner clinics and surgeons specialising in laser eye surgery in Turkey. As a dedicated medical facilitation service, we guide you through every step — from selecting the right specialist to coordinating your care — so you can focus on your results.
Laser Eye
Surgery
Turkey
Global Medical Care connects clients internationally with leading partner clinics and surgeons specialising in laser eye surgery in Turkey. As a dedicated medical facilitation service, we guide you through every step — from selecting the right specialist to coordinating your care — so you can focus on your results.
LASIK Eye Surgery
Laser eye operations may eliminate your need for glasses and lenses due to myopia, hypermetropia, astigmatism, and presbyopia (need for a reading glass). Regardless of what they are called by marketeers (HD, femto, double tech, intra lasik, I lasik, etc.) the basics of all lasik surgeries are the same. A thin layer of the cornea (called a flap) is opened in different ways (with a blade, using alcohol, or with laser beams), and then a laser beam is used to reshape the cornea in a unique, pre-specified pattern for each client. In Ilasik operations, this flap is opened with laser beams.
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Smile LASIK Eye Surgery
SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) is a minimally invasive laser eye surgery primarily used to correct myopia (nearsightedness) and astigmatism. In the SMILE procedure, a femtosecond laser creates a small, lens-shaped piece of tissue (called a lenticule) within the cornea, which is then removed through a tiny incision-typically less than 4 mm-without creating a large flap in the cornea. This approach preserves more of the corneal structure, results in less disruption to corneal nerves, and generally leads to a lower risk of dry eye compared to traditional LASIK.
In contrast, LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) involves creating a larger flap on the cornea using a femtosecond laser, folding it back, and then using an excimer laser to reshape the underlying corneal tissue before repositioning the flap. LASIK can treat a broader range of refractive errors-including myopia, hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism-while SMILE is limited to myopia and astigmatism. Additionally, SMILE is considered less invasive, with a smaller incision and no corneal flap, leading to a potentially more comfortable recovery and a lower risk of certain complications, such as dry eye. However, LASIK has a longer track record, is more widely available, and can address a wider range of vision problems.
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IOL Eye Surgery
If your eyes are not suitable for laser operation due to your cornea being very thin, diopter numbers being too high, and age being over 45-50, intraocular lenses (IOLs) may eliminate your need for glasses or lenses. Even reading glasses… The basics of all intraocular lens operations are the same: A lens is made specific to your eye, and the surgeon places it in the eye from 1.8 mm to 3 mm without touching your eye lens. If you combine this operation with a cataract operation, then first your current eye lens will be removed. Then a new lens will be placed inside your eye to correct your vision. Many lens options can correct all your short, long, and medium vision at once. Your partner surgeon will define which lenses to use or whether to do a laser operation with lens placement.
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Laser Eye Surgery: Before After
Have a look at the before and after pictures and the results we have achieved at our aesthetic clinic.
Astigmatism
Astigmatism is a common refractive error that affects the shape of the eye’s cornea or lens, causing blurred or distorted vision at all distances. This condition occurs when the cornea or lens is irregularly shaped, preventing light rays from focusing properly on the retina. As a result, individuals with astigmatism may experience symptoms such as blurry vision, eyestrain, headaches, and difficulty seeing fine details. Astigmatism can occur alongside other refractive errors like nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia). Fortunately, astigmatism can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery such as LASIK. Consulting with an eye care professional is essential for accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment options to address astigmatism effectively and improve overall vision quality.
Cataracts
Cataract surgery is a highly effective procedure for treating cataracts, a common age-related eye condition characterised by clouding of the natural lens. During this minimally invasive surgery, a laser is used to break up the cloudy lens, which is then removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This advanced surgical technique offers several benefits, including precision, accuracy, and faster recovery times compared to traditional cataract surgery methods. With cataract laser eye surgery, clients may experience improved vision clarity and reduced dependence on glasses or contact lenses, though individual results vary.
Risks of Laser Eye Surgery
While Laser Eye Surgery risks are generally considered a safe and effective procedure for vision correction, it’s vital to understand the potential risks and considerations involved. Similar to any surgical intervention, inherent risks exist, underscoring the importance of selecting a qualified and experienced ophthalmologist to minimize these risks.
Potential risks associated with Laser Eye Surgery include dry eyes, glare, halos, under-correction or over-correction, and the need for retreatment. Your partner ophthalmologist will discuss these risks with you during the consultation phase, providing detailed information on how they will be managed to support the best possible visual outcomes.
Maintaining realistic expectations regarding the outcomes of Laser Eye Surgery is important. While the procedure can significantly improve vision and reduce reliance on glasses or contact lenses, individual results may vary based on factors such as eye health and corneal thickness. Your partner ophthalmologist will assess your individual circumstances and discuss achievable outcomes during the consultation, helping you to make informed decisions about the procedure.
Laser Eye Treatment Side Effects
The LASIK Eye Surgery Procedure
The LASIK eye surgery procedure is a precise and efficient surgical process that aims to improve your vision. On the day of the surgery, you will be administered numbing eye drops to support your comfort throughout the procedure. The partner surgeon will use a specialised tool to hold your eye open, preventing blinking and movement. The creation of the corneal flap is performed using a femtosecond laser, which delivers rapid pulses of laser energy to create a precise and consistent flap. Once the flap is created, the partner surgeon uses an excimer laser to reshape the cornea based on the predetermined treatment plan. The laser gently removes microscopic amounts of tissue, sculpting the cornea to address your specific vision problem. After the cornea is reshaped, the partner surgeon repositions the flap, allowing it to naturally adhere to the underlying tissue.
Who Is a Candidate For Laser Eye?
Experienced partner surgeons can promptly assess your situation, determine which treatments are most suitable for you, and Global Medical Care gives you the opportunity to connect with your partner surgeon before you travel.
For more information about Laser Eye Surgery
Global Medical Care's All-Inclusive Packages
We believe that every client should receive attentive, well-coordinated support. All partner clinic packages we coordinate are all-inclusive and contain:
Operation in accredited hospitals
2 or 3 nights accommodation in 4 or 5 * hotels
Transfers airport, hotel, hospital
Lotion and shampoo
Initial tests and examinations done in partner clinic
European contract
Eyr drops
Translator
Medication prescribed by the partner surgeon
12M proactive follow up
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FAQs
Like all medical operations, laser eye operations have some level of risk.
Very rarely: Undergoing the surgery again due to over or under-correction. Need to wear contact lenses or glasses but at much lower levels than before.
Very unusually: corneal infection, problems with the cornea’s shape, making it impossible to wear contact lenses, decrease in contrast sensitivity, dry eyes, glare or haloes, light sensitivity, driving problems at night, reduced vision or permanent vision loss, scratchiness.
No, the operation of both eyes will be done one after the other on the same day.
During the operation no. After the operation:
- ILasik: A slight stinging, burning, and lachrymation may be experienced for about 6 hours after the operation.
- PRK: The client may feel pain for 2 to 3 days after the operation as the eye surface is stripped.
To help minimise discomfort, contact lenses may be applied to the eyes as protection by the partner surgeon.
No. Since laser operations are performed on the cornea, which is a veinless tissue of the eye, no bleeding occurs.
After your Global Medical Care online consultation, your partner surgeon will assess whether you are suitable and, if so, which type of operation is appropriate. You are free to decide which operation you want, taking into account your budget and needs.
Your partner surgeon will gently prop your eyelids open for surgery. So you cannot blink even if you want.
This depends on the thickness of your cornea. For a natural result, after the operation, partner hospitals aim for 250 microns of cornea thickness. A cornea with average thickness can typically be corrected a couple of times.
Diabetes and hypertension, if controlled, may not pose any significant problems for these procedures. A detailed check-up will tell you more.
All of these names are either different marketing labels or references to older technologies where blades are used to open a flap. Newer technologies are now available at comparable costs. Global Medical Care focuses on connecting clients with partner clinics that use current, proven techniques, and will not recommend outdated methods.
Yes, this is possible. Laser operation may be neither the cause nor a drawback for, any other eye treatment you may have in the future.
Yes. Laser operations can correct astigmatism.
Eye dryness may be experienced for a certain period after any laser treatment. However, eye dryness is controlled by the use of artificial tears. Eventually, the need for artificial tears will disappear gradually.
You will receive a detailed customised list from your partner surgeon about what to do and what not to do before the operation. Here is general guidance that partner surgeons share with their clients:
- You should inform your partner surgeon about your routine medication and health history.
- If you are having surgery on only one eye, you can bring your contact lens or spectacle for the non-operative eye. If you bring your spectacle, you can remove the lens of the operative eye.
- On the day of your surgery, you should not wear facial piercings, necklaces, makeup (especially around the eyes), facial lotions or cream, perfume, cologne, or aftershave.
It will not move, as the partner surgeon will fix it after applying an anaesthetic eye drop. The laser machines used by partner clinics are equipped with an eye detection system, which will automatically adjust the procedure for small movements or stop the procedure if your body moves.
Your partner surgeon will give you detailed instructions tailored to your situation. Please do not act before you receive your customised list. The general guidelines that partner surgeons share with their clients are as follows:
- There is no need for eye closure after the operation.
- You will be given a prescription for pain medication as well as antibiotics by your partner surgeon. Please follow the medication plan that your partner surgeon sets for you.
- It’s normal to feel a mild sense of stinging, burning, blurred vision, and swelling in the eyelids after the operation.
- You should not drive after surgery.
- Please ensure you are not in a dusty environment.
- You should not apply makeup for at least 10 days after your laser eye treatment.
- You should not rub your eyes, wash your face, or take a bath in the first 24 hours after the operation.
- You can swim 20 days after your laser eye surgery.
- There is no restriction on using cosmetic contact lenses after your laser treatment, but it is advisable to wait three months after your treatment and to do so under your partner surgeon’s supervision.
- You should start using your eye drops after the operation and continue intermittently until you go to bed.
- Apply your drops into the upper eye by pulling your upper eyelid upwards.
Although it may vary from client to client, here is a typical daily schedule for eye laser operations:
First Day:
- You arrive at the airport and your driver will wait for you by the exit of the customs zone with a sign which has your name on it.
- He will drive you to the hospital and hand you to your patient representative who is fluent in your language.
- After the initial registration procedure, you will leave your luggage in your room and meet your partner surgeon in person.
- Your partner eye surgeon will explain the procedure in detail and examine you before advising on the application to be made on your eyes. You will have an opportunity to discuss your questions about the laser eye operation and expectations from your surgery.
- You will then have your tests and checks to confirm your suitability for surgery.
- Your procedure will be performed under local anaesthesia.
- Your partner surgeon will do an initial check-up after the procedure.
- You will start resting in your room at the hospital.
Second Day:
- Your partner surgeon will perform a second check-up on the condition of your eyes. This will be your last check-up.
- You will be advised on your medication and provided with instructions on an eye-drop routine.
- You should avoid heavy activities but shopping or attending a city tour might be a good option for you to visit different places in the city.
- After your rest tonight in your hospital room you can travel whenever you wish.
If you have a PRK operation then your stay will be 4 days. You will be free on the second day after your partner surgeon sees you and the third day, and you will need to see your partner surgeon again on the fourth day before you leave.
The majority of clients no longer need glasses after the operation, as their values typically fall between +/- 0.5D. Where further correction is needed, partner clinics may offer a second eye correction operation — your partner surgeon will advise on this during your consultation. It is rare that clients still need to wear contact lenses or glasses after the operation, though if so it will be at a much-reduced correction. As with all people, you may need to wear reading glasses from the age of 40.
No, but some implants require more specific after-surgery instruction. Your partner eye surgeon will discuss these details with you.
Generally speaking, you should expect at least a few of the following temporary side effects: irritation and discomfort, redness, blurred vision, rings or halo vision, and light sensitivity.
Not much time. Most clients leave with no eye patch, no stitches, and very little sign of having had surgery. That day, you may have some blurry vision but it will improve each day.
No. Your eye surgeon will give you numbing medications before and during the surgery. Occasionally, patients may feel pressure during the actual lens implantation but it is typically mild, lasting only for a few seconds.
Your partner surgeon will give you detailed instructions tailored to your situation. Please wait for these instructions before acting, as yours may be different. The general guidelines that partner surgeons share with their clients are as follows:
- There is no need for eye closure after the operation.
- You will be given a prescription for pain medication by your partner surgeon. Please follow the medication plan that your partner surgeon sets for you.
- It’s normal to feel a mild sense of stinging in your eye in the first week. If you notice any unpleasant situations such as soreness, bleeding, or blurred vision please contact your partner surgeon.
- You should avoid eye contact with any soap or shampoo.
- You should not rub and pressurise your eye.
- You should also ask your partner surgeon about the risks and periods of sports like swimming, diving, and all other water sports.
- You should avoid strenuous physical activities. Do not lift heavy objects.
- You should start using your eye drops until you sleep at night. You should apply your eye drops at equal time intervals.
- You should wait a minimum of 5 minutes between every different eye drop.
- You should apply your eye drops into your lower eyelid by pulling it downwards.
You will receive a detailed customised list from your partner surgeon on what to do and what not to do before the operation. Please wait for these instructions before acting, as yours may be different. Here is general guidance that partner surgeons share with their clients:
- You should inform your partner surgeon about your routine medication and medical history.
- On the day of your surgery, you should not wear facial piercings, necklaces, makeup (especially around the eyes), facial lotions, or cream.
Although it may vary from client to client, here is a typical daily schedule for IOL operations:
First Visit:
- You arrive at the airport and your driver will wait for you at the exit of the customs zone with a tag with your name.
- He will drive you to the hospital and hand you to your patient representative who is fluent in your language.
- After the initial registration procedure, you will meet your partner surgeon in person.
- Your partner eye surgeon will explain the procedure in detail and examine you before advising on the application to be made on your eyes. You will have an opportunity to discuss your questions about the eye operation and expectations from your surgery.
- You will have your tests and checks to confirm your suitability for surgery and your lenses will be ordered for your exact diopter values.
- You are free from this moment until your lenses are produced. This may take a few days.
- You will rest in your room.
Second Visit – First Day:
- You will have your last checks to prepare you for surgery for one eye.
- You will have your surgery and the operated eye will be closed.
- You will rest in your room.
Second Visit – 2nd Day:
- Your partner surgeon will perform a post-operation check and open your eyes.
- You will be advised on your medication and provided with instructions.
- You should avoid heavy activities but shopping or attending a city tour might be a good option for you to visit different places in the city.
Second Visit – 3rd and 4th Day:
- You are advised to continue resting and avoiding heavy activities but may take a walk or go out for dinner.
- Shopping or attending a cultural tour might be a good option for you to visit different places in the city.
Second Visit – 5th Day:
- This is the day when your second eye will be operated.
- You will meet your partner surgeon in person and have your last checks to prepare you for surgery for the other eye.
- You will have your surgery and the operated eye will be closed.
- You will rest in your room.
Second Visit – 6th Day:
- Your partner surgeon will perform a post-operation check and open your eyes.
- You will be advised on your medication and provided with instructions.
- You should avoid heavy activities but as of now you may leave the hospital and travel back home.
Your surgeon will gently prop your eyelids open for surgery. So you cannot blink even if you want.
Your partner surgeon will give you detailed instructions tailored to your situation. Please wait for these instructions before acting, as yours may be different. The general guidelines that partner surgeons share with their clients are as follows:
- You will be given a prescription for pain medication by your partner surgeon. Please follow the medication plan that your partner surgeon sets for you.
- It’s normal to feel a mild sense of stinging in your eye in the first week. If you notice any unpleasant situations such as soreness, bleeding or blurred vision please contact your partner surgeon.
- You should avoid eye contact with any soap or shampoo.
- You should not rub and pressurise your eye.
- You should also ask your partner surgeon about the risks and periods of sports like swimming, diving, and all other water sports.
- You should avoid strenuous physical activities after the cataract removal surgery. Do not lift heavy objects.
- You should start using your eye drops until you sleep at night. You should apply your eye drops at equal time intervals.
- You should wait a minimum of 5 minutes between every different eye drop.
- You should apply your eye drops into your lower eyelid by pulling it downwards.
You will receive a detailed customised list from your partner surgeon on what to do and what not to do before the operation. Please wait for these instructions before acting, as yours may be different. Here is general guidance that partner surgeons share with their clients:
- You should inform your partner surgeon about your routine medication and medical history.
- On the day of your surgery, you should not wear facial piercings, necklaces, makeup (especially around the eyes), facial lotions, or cream.
Although it may vary from client to client, here is a typical daily schedule for cataract operations:
1st Day:
- You arrive at the airport and your driver will wait for you at the exit of the customs zone with a tag with your name.
- He will drive you to the hospital and hand you to your patient representative who is fluent in your language.
- After the initial registration procedure, you will leave your luggage in your room and meet your partner surgeon in person.
- Your partner eye surgeon will explain the procedure in detail and examine you before advising on the application to be made on your eyes. You will have an opportunity to discuss your questions about the eye operation and expectations from your surgery.
- You will have your tests and checks to confirm your suitability for surgery and your lenses will be ordered for your exact diopter values.
- You are free from this moment until your lenses are produced. This may take from 2 days to 2 months based on the lens you will use.
3rd Day:
- When your lenses are ready, you will again meet your partner surgeon in person.
- You will have your last checks to prepare you for surgery for one eye.
- You will have your surgery and the operated eye will be closed.
- You will rest in your room in the hospital or the hotel.
4th Day:
- Your partner surgeon will perform a post-operation check and open your eyes.
- You will be advised on your medication and provided with instructions.
- You should avoid heavy activities but shopping or attending a city tour might be a good option for you to visit different places in the city.
5th Day:
- You are advised to continue resting and avoiding heavy activities but may take a walk or go out for dinner.
- Shopping or attending a cultural tour might be a good option for you to visit different places in the city.
6th Day:
- This is the day when your second eye will be operated.
- You will meet your partner surgeon in person and have your last checks to prepare you for surgery for the other eye.
- You will have your surgery and the operated eye will be closed.
- You will rest in your room in the hospital.
7th Day:
- Your partner surgeon will perform a post-operation check and open your eyes.
- You will be advised on your medication and provided with instructions.
- You should avoid heavy activities but as of now you may leave the hospital and travel back home.
That would be unusual. Most patients are surprised when we tell them “Your surgery is over!” You are typically very relaxed from the sedation used and may even doze during the operation.
That would be unusual. Most patients are surprised when we tell them “Your surgery is over!” You are typically very relaxed from the sedation used and may even doze during the operation.
Modern cataract surgery rarely causes any bleeding. Topical anesthesia removes the risk of bleeding behind the eye as well.
