Laser operations
Myopia
Myopia is a visual defect that generally appears in adolescence and affects over 35% of the Swiss population.
The perception of an object becomes blurred at a distance and sharp up close.
A person suffering from myopia will often squint to see.
The main cause is an excessively long eye, which forms the image of an object behind the retina.
- Symptoms: visual fatigue, headaches and/or blurred distance vision
- Causes: hereditary, excessive use of screens, lack of outdoor activity
Laser eye treatment
Laser surgery for myopia
In addition to wearing glasses or contact lenses, laser surgery for myopia is an excellent alternative for people who want to see freely.
This common procedure is quick and painless.
It consists in reducing the curvature of the cornea to allow the image to re-form on the retina (sharp point).
The type of laser will be determined during the pre-operative examination with the surgeon.
The operation is performed under local anaesthetic and lasts just a few minutes.
The patient returns home the same day.
- Fast (a few minutes), painless operation (local anaesthetic)
- Depending on the technique chosen, visual recovery within 24 to 48 hours.
Our lasers
Two laser techniques
Lasik
100% Laser is the most recent and reliable technique for correcting distance vision defects (myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism).
This technique is completely painless and you can resume your activities the very next day.
PKR
PKR, or refractive photokeratectomy, is a technique generally recommended for people with high myopia or severe dry eye.
Completely painless, this technique nevertheless requires several days of visual recovery.
Operation sequence
Laser surgery for myopia
Prior to any laser eye surgery, a complete visual assessment is mandatory to determine your eligibility.
Preoperative examination :
The ophthalmologist ensures that you have no contraindications to the operation.
He performs a thorough assessment of your visual health and answers any questions you may have.
Day of operation
Under local anaesthetic, this operation involves modifying your cornea so that the image can once again be formed on the retina (point of sharpness).
Post-operative follow-up :
You will be back home the same day.
Instructions will be given to you by the medical team.
Visual recovery :
Visual recovery generally takes 24 to 48 hours.
You can resume your activities the next day.
Our specialists
Our medical team
Broye Eye Center
Our prices
Our examinations are governed by the LaMal and therefore covered by basic health insurance.
If you have any questions about the reimbursement of surgical procedures, please contact your health insurance company directly.
Myopia
(with or without astigmatism)
Price per eye
Technique: PKR or FemtoLasik
From CHF 49/month *
Included in our rates:
- Your care at the clinic
- Preparation and surgery
- Post-operative follow-up
Before any laser eye surgery, a complete ophthalmological check-up is mandatory.
Make an appointment at the Center
Appointments can be booked directly online on our website or via the OneDoc app.
In case of emergency, please contact us directly at
026 418 10 10
FAQ
A few quick answers to any questions you may have.
How long does laser surgery for myopia last?
Laser surgery for myopia takes around 20 minutes.
However, laser intervention on one eye lasts only a few seconds.
Is laser surgery for myopia painful?
Thanks to a local anaesthetic with a few drops of eye drops, the procedure itself is completely painless.
However, a gritty sensation can sometimes be felt for a few hours after the operation.
What is the difference between Lasik and PRK?
There are a few differences between these two techniques: recovery time is longer for PRK (a few days).
This technique treats the surface, whereas Lasik treats the thickness of the cornea.
Before any operation, the technique used will be defined with your ophthalmologist according to your visual defect, the morphology of your eye, ...