- Becoming independent of glasses and contact lenses: Increasing visual acuity and the quality of vision by treating minor optical defects that cannot be corrected with conventional glasses, thanks to the treatment of the patient's aberrometries through a tailor-made treatment guided by the topography of the cornea.
- Contact lens intolerance or history of keratitis: Correct certain diseases of the corneal surface (hereditary dystrophies responsible for recurrent keratitis, Cogan's disease, etc.).
- Reduction of the risk of infection associated with regular contact lens wear: (NB: contact lens wearers have a much higher risk of eye infection than after a single laser treatment, which influences the decision to opt for definitive laser treatment when possible).
- Easier practice of certain sports: swimming, mountain biking, jogging, etc.
- Long-term savings: No more need to regularly replace glasses or contact lenses. Professional requirements demanding good vision without glasses (selection criteria for the navy, police, etc.).
The economic advantage:
The economic advantage:
Comfort: After the procedure, patients appreciate waking up in the morning without having to wear glasses or contact lenses.
Less dependence: Imperfect vision makes glasses or contact lenses very dependent. You have to think about them constantly, and many people feel uncomfortable when they forget them.
Superior safety compared to contact lenses: Today, we are more aware of the risks associated with contact lenses. A lens is a surface on which bacteria can adhere and multiply. They can then enter the eye and cause scarring. Some people can even lose their sight. The risk of infection is much lower with laser treatment.
More economical in the long run: Glasses and contact lenses represent an ongoing cost. A pair of glasses can cost between €3,000 and €15,000 over a lifetime. Contact lenses are even more expensive: their cost is estimated at between €15,000 and €30,000, including cleaning products and consultations.
Laser treatment is usually only needed once and costs between €3,500 and €4,300 for both eyes. However, this treatment is rarely reimbursed, and not all health insurance plans cover it.
Le résultat est-il permanent ?
The eye remains stable after laser treatment. However, it's important to remember that it's a biological organ that can change throughout life. But if your vision has been stable for two years and your myopia is less than -6 diopters, the risk of further vision loss after the procedure is less than 1%.