In the following we list the cases when we apply laser-connected treatment:
Laser correction of near sightedness (up to -12,0 D)
Near-sightedness is a common visual defect caused by a refractive error and often shows inheritable properties. Near-sighted people see objects that are close to them well, but far away objects are blurry. The reason for this may be that the curve of the cornea is too convex or the axis of the eyeball is too long. Due to these abnormalities, the focal point is before the retina and a blurred image is reflected onto it.
Laser procedures treat near-sightedness by decreasing the curve of the cornea and thus placing the focal point in the correct location on the retina. The treatment is painless and it can solve your visual problems.
Laser correction of far sightedness (up to +6,0 D)
Far-sightedness may be caused by the following factors: the curve of the cornea is too small, or the surface is too flat or the axis of the eyeball is too short. This causes the focal point of the light to fall behind the retina. Far-sighted people have blurred vision when viewing objects near or far, but at a young age the eye is capable of compensating for the defect and far-sightedness remains unnoticeable.
Laser procedures treat far-sightedness by increasing the curve of the cornea and bringing the focal point forward onto the retina.
Laser correction of astigmatism (up to -7,0 D)
Astigmatism is a very common visual defect. The cornea has two main curves (one is more curved than the other) and its form resembles the shape of a rugby ball. When light fails to converge at a single focal point, a clear image cannot be formed.
This simply means that during the procedure two curves need to be adjusted (opposed to a standard near-sighted case), so that the focal point of the light falls on the retina.
Cataracta surgery
If your crystalline lens is growing dim and making your problems, it is time for cataracta surgery.
What does mean cataracta surgery?
The operation is painless, we use local anaesthesia (drops).
Instead of using laser the operation is done by ultrasonic. After the modern ultrasonic treatment you can recover fast. In some days you can live your everyday life
Other treatments
One day surgery
In addition to laser correction and cataracta surgery you can find in our institute other treatments, such as strabismus or eyelid surgery etc. If you had any kind of these problems, you can recourse to us. Please call us to apply for an examination and we can solve your problem in short time
Zyoptix procedure - A new milestone for laser eye treatment
Bausch&Lomb's unique laser vision correction system advanced the Lasik procedure to a new level of precision.
The wavefront technology is a diagnostic tool that achieves a more accurate and truly personalized vision correction.
Zyoptix: personalized vision correction for treating more severe cases of refractive impairments
The Zyoptix treatment is based on the LASIK procedure. This treatment also involves the creation of a flap, but the method used is different. It differs from the traditional programs by allowing for a totally personalized treatment.
With the use of the wavefront measurement tools, the Zyoptix system is sensitive to the small imperfections in the shape of the eye that can cause a scattering of light, which in turn can contribute to vision impairment. For example, more serious refractive irregularities can cause shadows to appear around light spots or light rings.
The most important attributes of Zyoptix:
- Totally individualized.
- Fast and painless.
- Quick recovery.
- 20% less tissue needs to be removed.
- More treatment possibilities and can correct conditions with higher dioptres.
- Better vision quality.
- Excellent vision even when light conditions vary.
- Driving at night is not a problem, no glittering illumination.
- Most modern technology.
- Advanced safety mechanisms that guarantee a successful procedure.
LASIK - The most popular procedure
LASIK (LASer In situ Keratomileusis) - Laser procedure using the flap techniques
Laser treatments using the creation of a flap have evolved a lot in the last few years. They performed the first LASIK type surgery in 1991 and it has been the most refined and popular technique since. Many thousand LASIK procedures are performed each year in Europe and many million throughout the world. In the United States more than 92% of surgeries performed to treat near-sightedness, far-sightedness and astigmatism are LASIK. "LASIK - Is a true miracle!"
What is the secret to the success of LASIK?
The procedure is painless and it takes no longer than 3-5 minutes. For most patients the results are immediate and they can see clearly the day of the surgery.
How is LASIK performed?
The surgeon, using a special precise device (microkeratome), creates a flap consisting of the upper corneal layer. This flap is lifted so that the laser procedure can be performed on the area underneath. This takes about 1-2 minutes for each eye. The flap is then returned to its original position without suturing and heals naturally.
The LASIK procedure is performed by an automated machine designed especially for the ultrafine needs of eye correction. The instrument has many built-in safety systems that supervise the entire procedure, reducing risk to the lowest possible level. The safety and results of LASIK have been supported by many clinical tests. Its popularity continually grows, because patients receive many unquestionable benefits, founded on a decade of experience.
Technology:
Cornea topography / Orbscan IIz
This device is a corneal mapping system used to accurately map the contour of the cornea by analyzing 9000 points. It allows your surgeon to better assess your cornea in preparation for surgery. It provides a precise view of the shape and size of the cornea to determine which procedures should be used or whether certain corneal deviations prevent you from having the laser eye correction. Bausch & Lomb calls this instrument the Orbscan II. The exam takes only a few minutes. It is painless and performed without coming in direct contact with the eye.
Wavefront measurement system / aberrometer / Zywave
The aberrometer, although we do not use it with every procedure, is capable of measuring your complete optical system. This technology first entered opthalmology through developments in astronomy. The surgeon receives valuable information about other aberrations in the optical system that are causing light to scatter unevenly. The device finds these deviations, suggests an individualized solution and is even able to show a picture of the expected results after surgery. Bausch & Lomb developed the Zywave wavefront measurement system for this analysis.
Excimer laser / Technolas 217 Excimer Laser
Already the leading laser throughout most of the world, this instrument uses "flying spot" technology.
The laser and integrated laser bed were ergonomically designed to provide maximum comfort for the patient, and efficient and easy instrument control for the surgeon. The Bausch & Lomb Technolas 217 type Excimer Laser uses a cool ultra-violet light to reshape the cornea with the latest "flying spot" technique. A thin laser finely moves to produce a smooth corneal surface. The Technolas laser is used in 50% of the laser treatments performed in Europe.
Bausch & Lomb engineered eye tracking safety tool
This is an advanced video tracking system, that calculates the position of your eye faster than the blink of an eye (app. 4000 times a second). During the treatment our eyes make countless involuntary movements, which could affect the accuracy of the procedure. The tracker detects these movements and instructs the laser to follow them within a specific range (3mm). Thanks to this instrument the laser will always treat the proper area. If the eye were to move beyond the specified range, the tracker automatically shuts down the laser and waits for the eye to move back into place. The eye tracker supervises the laser treatment in this way, to guarantee that the laser performs the eye correction with the highest degree of accuracy and safety.
Zylink - the intelligent software
The Zylink software was a leap in technology for laser eye correction.
This software is able to integrate the information about the patient specific ablation pattern, wavefront measurements, and the topography and biomechanics of the cornea or 3-D map of the eye. The software calculates the optimal treatment based on this diagnostic information. This software makes it possible to decipher what needs to be treated and in exactly what dimensions the surgery needs to be performed. To this date, the results have been very safe and precise. The Bausch & Lomb integrated software is the soul of this new technology, which surpassed the previously used wavefront measured procedure coined, "eagle eye treatment" in British medical jargon.
