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LASER EYE SURGERY
Laser correction of refractive eye problems (short sight, long sight and stigmatism)
has become one of the most popular procedures in medicine. Since 1983 over 17
million such procedures have been performed worldwide.
 What are the benefits of Laser Eye Surgery?
Reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses, improve appearance and confidence and
give the ability to play sports unhindered.
 Is Laser Eye Surgery effective and permanent?
One year, after treatment, over 95% of people with low to moderate prescriptions are
able to pass a drivers licence vision test without corrective lenses. Studies have
shown that after the healing process is complete the eyesight remains stable.
 How the excimer laser works?
The excimer laser uses a cool ultraviolet beam to precisely remove (ablate) very tiny
bits of tissue from the surface of cornea in order to reshape it. When you reshape the
cornea in the right way it focuses light into the eye and onto the retina, providing
clearer vision than before.
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Criteria for good results in refractive surgery
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a stable refraction for at least 12-24 months
age 18 years or over
no other eye health problems
good general health
realistic expectations
 What techniques of refractive surgery exist?
Two main techniques exist: LASIK and surface ablation (PRK, LASEK).
LASIK
During the procedure a thin hinged flap is created by a blade (microkeratome) or by a
laser (femtosecond). The flap is lifted and then laser energy is applied underneath to
reshape the eye. The flap is replaced and functions as a natural bandage.
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PRK, LASEK
During the procedure an ultra thin outer layer of the eye (the epithelium) either is
removed completely (PRK) or is floated away from the eye’s surface (LASEK) and
laser energy is applied directly to the eye’s surface. Then a bandage contact lens is
placed and left to heal.
Your Surgeon will advise which treatment is most suitable for you during your
consultation. If these treatments are unsuitable for you there are many alternatives
treatments for vision correction including intraocular lens implants, cataract surgery
and contact lenses.
Choosing a clinic
If you depend on glasses for distant vision visit our surgeons at PANTHEO Refractive
Department to learn more about the exciting field of laser eye surgery.
Our goal is to provide you with facts and resources to make a fully informed decision
whether to proceed with surgery to eliminate or reduce your dependence on glasses.
We specialize in providing our patients with the opportunity to undergo laser vision
correction using one of the latest generation laser systems and we guarantee to
provide the highest standard of care with an experienced team of surgeons, nurses,
laser technicians and optometrists.
Detailed consultation
Your first step is to book a suitability assessment at PANTHEO Eye Centre or in one
of our offices all over Cyprus. This will be performed by one of our experienced
Consultant Eye Surgeons.
The assessment will include measurement of your prescription (refraction),
computerized mapping of your cornea and additional technical measurements.
It is helpful to remember to leave your contact lens out for at least 1 week (soft) or 1
month (hard) prior to your assessment, as contact lenses can affect you corneal
measurements. We would ask that you bring your old glasses or contact prescriptions
with you.
The assessment may last up to an hour. You may have drops put in your eye which
may blur your vision so it is advisable not to drive for several hours afterwards.
If you are within our treatment parameters you will be counselled about the risks and
benefits of the surgery and have explained what you will experience before, during
and after surgery.
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