Not everyone is automatically suitable for laser treatment such as LASIK. That is why we guide you step by step through the process:
Step 1: Contact us
Do you want to say goodbye to your glasses or contact lenses for good? Then contact us. We will schedule an appointment for a preoperative clinical assessment.
Step 2: Preoperative examination
This appointment will take approximately 1 hour. During this examination, your vision will be thoroughly evaluated:
- Vision check
- Eye pressure measurement
- Retinal examination
- Corneal topography
- Pupillometry
You will also be given eye drops to dilate your pupils. Please note that this may make driving difficult afterwards. We recommend that you have someone accompany you.
After the examination, Dr. Sion will discuss with you whether you are a suitable candidate. He will suggest the technique that best suits your situation and will provide clear explanations so that you can make a well-considered decision. All your questions are welcome and will be answered carefully.
Important:
- Do not wear soft lenses for at least 48 hours before the examination, and do not wear hard lenses for approximately 2 weeks.
Basic requirements for LASIK:
- You no longer want to be dependent on glasses or lenses.
- Your prescription is between -1 and -10 dioptres (nearsightedness) or up to +5 (farsightedness), with or without cylinder up to 4 dioptres (astigmatism).
- You are between 20 and 50 years old.
- You have a stable prescription (bring old prescriptions if possible).
- You are in good general health and have no eye diseases.
- You see well with glasses or contact lenses.
Please note: Laser surgery can also help patients who require both reading glasses and distance glasses, but is not intended for people who only require reading glasses.
Step 3: Treatment day
The laser treatments take place at the Clinique du Parc in Maubeuge or the Centre Médical Alliance in Braine l’Alleud.
On arrival you will be re-examined to confirm the strength. You will be given anaesthetic eye drops.
The actual treatment takes only 3 to 30 seconds, depending on the correction. You will be in the laser room for approximately 10 to 15 minutes. In total, you will stay at the location for 1 to 2 hours.
The treatment is performed with 100% laser: first a Femtosecond laser, followed by an Excimer laser. Afterwards you will receive instructions for using eye drops.
Step 4: Postoperative follow-up
The preliminary examinations and treatment take place in Maubeuge. The follow-up takes place in Antwerp.
- After LASIK: check-up the next day. Usually you can resume your activities by then.
- Na PRK: controle na 3 tot 5 dagen om de contactlens te verwijderen. Herstel duurt ongeveer 5 dagen.
After 3 months, the final vision is usually the same for both techniques.
Some guidelines after the procedure:
- Do not rub your eyes or allow water to enter your eyes for the first week.
- No restrictions on reading, computer use, going outside or exercising.
- Avoid makeup and be careful when cleansing around the eyes.
- Wear sunglasses outdoors, especially after PRK.
- Do not swim or open eyes underwater for 3 weeks.
Step 5: Enjoy years of glasses-free freedom!
After following these steps and successful treatment, you can enjoy clear vision and an active life without glasses or contact lenses.