Laser Eye Surgery

Precise laser correction for your vision - combining the latest technology and 25 years' experience

The Procedure
Expected results
Suitable patients
Side effects and Risks

VISION is a pioneer in the field of laser eye surgery in Bulgaria.
The experience accumulated over 25 years is a guarantee for the highest quality.

Refractive laser eye surgery eliminates the need for glasses or contact lenses. It corrects refractive errors of the cornea such as short-sightedness (myopia), far-sightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism, and presbyopia. The laser procedure reshapes the cornea and adjusts its refractive power.

Laser correction can treat:

Myopia up to approximately -10 dioptres
Hyperopia up to approximately +4 dioptres
Astigmatism up to approximately 6 dioptres

Depending on the doctor’s assessment and the condition of the patient’s vision, higher dioptres could also be corrected.

Types of Laser Eye Surgery

These are mainly divided into two types:
Surface (PRK, TransPRK, LASEK) and Penetrating (LASIK).

Surface corrections (PRK, TransPRK, LASEK) thin the cornea less and are recommended for people with extreme hobbies or “high-impact” professions. The vision recovery is longer, but the patient can return to physical activity within 10 days after the surgery, without any risk to the eyes.
Penetrating corrections (LASIK) deliver a more instant result. The patient sees hours after the correction, and within 3-4 days they can return to normal daily activities. With the LASIK procedure, it is very important to ensure the eyes are protected from unintentional injury for a longer period of time. This type of surgery is not recommended for eyes with thin corneas.

The Procedure

Laser vision correction is a relatively quick outpatient procedure. An excimer laser is used to reshape the cornea with great precision.
The procedure is performed with local anaesthesia in the form of drops, and the patient remains awake the entire time.
The duration of the procedure takes seconds, depending on the number of dioptres that need to be corrected.
Results are achieved quickly, painlessly, and remain stable over time.

*Important – after laser correction, it is recommended to stimulate the eye’s natural hydration. The most effective method for this is with a course of light therapy (IPL).

After the procedure, the patient may leave immediately or enjoy a glass of champagne in a modern and pleasant atmosphere.

Preparing for the procedure

Post-procedure care

Expected Results

Studies show that in over 90% of corrected patients, the result is excellent, and no further correction is needed.
Most patients achieve their best vision within 1 to 3 months after laser vision correction.
In rare cases of age-related farsightedness with high prescriptions, wearing glasses may be necessary, but with a much lower prescription.

Recomended for:

Age: over 18 years
Stable prescription: no significant change in your dioptres over the past year
General health: no systemic conditions that could affect healing (such as uncontrolled diabetes or autoimmune diseases)
The appropriate treatment depends on the individual condition of each patient, determined through highly specialised, detailed examinations performed with state-of-the-art equipment.

Not recommended for:

In children under 18 years of age, as the eye is still developing and the dioptres often change
With unstable refractive values over the past year
During pregnancy or breastfeeding
In the presence of severe eye diseases

Side Effects

After the surgery, the patient may experience mild pain, discomfort, sensitivity to bright light, tearing, a “gritty” sensation in the eyes, or blurred vision. These symptoms gradually subside.
In very rare cases, floaters may appear, which usually disappear within a few months.
There may be temporary difficulties with night driving — a halo may appear around lights, but this effect is temporary.

Risks

Incomplete or excessive correction (the dioptres may differ slightly from the expected result)
Temporary glare, halos, or double vision at night
Delayed recovery of visual acuity
In very rare cases – infection or inflammation of the cornea

Frequently Asked Questions

Generally, laser correction is completely painless because local anesthesia in the form of drops is applied. During the procedure, you may feel pressure, which disappears after the correction is completed. After the correction, you may experience a gritty sensation in the eye, discomfort, sensitivity to bright light, tearing, a feeling of dustiness in the eye, and blurred vision. These complaints gradually subside.

Most patients notice an improvement in their vision within the first few hours after the procedure. During the first few days, vision may fluctuate slightly — periods of clear vision alternate with moments of blurriness, which is completely normal.

Within a few days to a week, vision gradually stabilises and becomes clearer. Most people achieve excellent visual acuity within the first week, and full recovery occurs within several weeks.

It is important to follow your ophthalmologist’s recommendations, use the prescribed drops, and avoid rubbing your eyes or exposure to strong light in the first few days after the procedure.

No. The examination for laser eye surgery includes several specialised tests, some of which require pupil dilation. The procedure itself is performed with a normal (non-dilated) pupil, which is why laser correction cannot be carried out on the same day.

There are two types of corrections: surface procedures (PRK, TransPRK, LASEK) and penetrating procedures (LASIK). The choice is made individually after all parameters of the eye are examined. The doctor determines which method is most suitable and safest for you.

Yes — you can exercise, but with some caution during the first few weeks. Extreme and contact sports require a slightly longer protective period. The eyes need time to fully recover and heal.

No. Laser eye surgery does not cause bleeding, as it treats the cornea, which has no blood supply.

It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions and to use the prescribed eye drops regularly.
Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes, as well as getting them wet during the first 24 hours.
For the first 24 hours, avoid screen time, bright light, and wear sunglasses.

Follow-up check-ups will be scheduled after the procedure.