REFRACTIVE SURGERY

The Path to Glasses-Free Vision

Those who wish to permanently forgo glasses or contact lenses will find modern, safe, and proven solutions in refractive surgery. The goal is to specifically correct refractive errors – tailored to the individual eye structure and lifestyle.

What are refractive errors?

Refractive errors describe deviations in the refractive power of the eye that impair sharp vision. These include:

• Myopia (nearsightedness) – blurred vision at a distance
• Hyperopia (farsightedness) – limited vision at both near and far distances
• Astigmatism – distorted or blurred vision due to astigmatism
• Presbyopia – age-related impairment of near vision from around the age of 40

These vision defects can be corrected surgically – using excimer laser procedures or modern intraocular lenses.

Refractive Surgery – Individualized Instead of Standardized

The decision to undergo treatment should always be based on a comprehensive ophthalmological examination. This is the only way to determine which method is medically appropriate and successful for you in the long term.

Therefore, the following applies:

If you no longer want to wear glasses, you should not just choose a technique, but also seek competent and honest advice from an experienced ophthalmologist.

Why Individualized Advice Is So Important

Not every eye is the same – and not every method is suitable for every person. Nevertheless, many patients experience being hastily recommended a specific treatment without truly considering their personal eye structure or visual needs.

Typical problems:

• One-size-fits-all solutions: Some providers use the same method for almost all patients – regardless of whether it is truly suitable.
• Exaggerated advertising claims: Tried-and-tested procedures are promoted as the "latest technology," even though they have been known for years.
• Inappropriate recommendations: A method is recommended without adequately considering factors such as dry eyes, corneal thickness, or age.
• Standard lenses instead of customization: Instead of choosing the optimal lens for your eyes, a standard solution is used for all patients.

Good vision is no coincidence

Successful refractive treatment requires not only modern technology – but above all experience, precision, and a customized solution.