{"id":18255,"date":"2021-01-31T04:24:45","date_gmt":"2021-01-31T03:24:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ophtalmo-bw.be\/?page_id=18255"},"modified":"2025-11-19T15:57:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T14:57:14","slug":"lasik-laser-assisted-in-situ-keratomileusis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vision-centrum.be\/en\/lasik-laser-assisted-in-situ-keratomileusis\/","title":{"rendered":"LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis)"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is LASIK?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

LASIK<\/strong> is a modern and popular laser procedure for the correction of nearsightedness<\/strong> (myopia), farsightedness<\/strong> (hyperopia) and astigmatism<\/strong>. It is known for its fast recovery<\/strong>, accuracy<\/strong> and comfort<\/strong>. LASIK offers many patients the opportunity to see clearly without glasses or contact lenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does LASIK work?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In LASIK, the ophthalmologist first creates a thin flap in the cornea using a femtosecond laser. This flap is carefully folded back, after which an excimer laser corrects the underlying cornea. After the laser treatment, the flap is replaced \u2014 it adheres by itself without stitches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why choose LASIK?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Fast visual rehabilitation<\/strong> \u2013 often sharp vision the next day
\u2705 Painless<\/strong> \u2013 treatment is virtually unnoticed thanks to anesthetic eye drops
\u2705 Minimal downtime<\/strong> \u2013 many patients resume their activities within 24 hours
\u2705 Highly precise correction<\/strong> \u2013 tailor-made thanks to topography or aberrometry-guided techniques<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is LASIK suitable for?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

LASIK is ideal for people:<\/p>\n\n\n\n