In addition to correcting vision defects such as hyperopia, myopia, and astigmatism, it is also used for preparing suitable channels for rings used in keratoconus treatment and in keratoplasty.
IntraLase Lasik Excimer Laser, performed with the joint use of IntraLase femtosecond laser technology and personalized Excimer Laser, is applied in refractive surgery to correct vision defects such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. In IntraLase technology, the flap is created with a femtosecond laser beam without using any blades.
Why Prefer Blade-Free Laser Method?
- It is more reliable with the possibility of computer-controlled and bladeless flap creation
- Can be applied to patients with thinner corneas
- Provides the possibility of astigmatic correction
- Minimizes the possibility of complications
- Ensures visual comfort
- Can be applied instantly to both eyes
- Recovery is very fast, does not require hospitalization, and patients can return to their daily lives within 24 hours.
i-Lasik Treatment Stages
After the eyes are numbed with drops, a flap is lifted on the corneal tissue. Excimer Laser beams are applied to the tissue under the flap to correct the vision defect. During the operation, which takes approximately 4-5 minutes for one eye, the patient does not feel pain and returns to daily life the next day.
How is Personalized i-Lasik Applied?
iLASIK; the combination of laser technology Intralase Blade-Free Laser with personalized Wavefront treatment and eye recognition system. iLASIK is entirely personalized. Everything is done based on personal vision quality. It is a personalized treatment method that works on the unique corneal map, as unique as a fingerprint.
Post i-Lasik Laser Treatment Process
- Avoid contact with water in the first 24 hours after surgery and do not rub your eyes,
- Apply the postoperative eye drops recommended by your doctor on time,
- You can return to daily life after 24 hours,
- You should have your check-ups at the frequency recommended by your doctor and definitely not skip them.
Who Is Suitable for the i-Lasik Method?
iLasik eye treatment is preferred for individuals with refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism who also have a suitable eye structure. The iLasik method offers an alternative for those with thin corneas or who have not been able to undergo laser treatment before.
Individuals over 18 whose eye prescription has remained stable for the past year may be candidates for iLASIK treatment. One of the biggest advantages of this method is that it is planned individually and performed with a bladeless technique.
Visual Quality Provided by i-Lasik and Its Difference from Other Laser Treatments
i-Lasik laser treatment is based on more advanced technology than traditional laser methods and the treatment process is entirely planned individually. In standard laser surgeries, creating a flap on the cornea is usually performed with a mechanical blade called a microkeratome, whereas in i-Lasik, this process is performed bladelessly with a femtosecond laser technology called IntraLase.
One of the distinct advantages of iLasik is that it works with a special analysis system called Wavefront. This technology produces a detailed and individual optical map of the eye, similar to a fingerprint. Thus, the laser beams are directed only to the needed areas, and even the smallest refractive errors in the eye are corrected with precision. In traditional laser methods, standard measurements are generally used, and a similar treatment protocol is applied to all patients. i-Lasik personalizes this approach, ensuring maximum visual success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is iLasik treatment and what is the difference from other laser surgeries?
i-Lasik is an advanced vision correction method involving the creation of a bladeless flap using IntraLase femtosecond laser technology and then applying a personalized Excimer laser. Its difference from other methods is that it is completely tailored to the individual's eye structure and performed without using a blade.
Is there any pain during iLasik laser treatment?
Does iLasik surgery provide a permanent result?
Generally yes. i-Lasik provides permanent vision correction for individuals whose eye prescription has stabilized. However, different eye problems that may develop over time due to age can affect this condition.
When can one return to daily life after iLasik?
Most patients can return to normal life within 24 hours after i-Lasik laser treatment. In the postoperative period, the first day should avoid contact with water and rubbing eyes. Regular use of eye drops prescribed by the doctor accelerates the healing process.