Laser eye surgery and Lens implants

We are required to publish our treatment data with the Dutch Society for Refractive Surgery (NGRC). At the moment, Visus Eye Clinic has the lowest number of complications among all clinics in the Netherlands.

This is because we work with the best surgeons and the best equipment. In addition, we place great emphasis on the pre-examination. During this assessment, we thoroughly examine your eyes and look for any conditions that may increase your risk of complications. This allows us to take preventive measures. In some cases, the doctor may even advise against undergoing the procedure.

We also provide excellent aftercare. Should anything arise, we can respond quickly. Fortunately, this is rarely necessary.

We can answer this with a resounding “yes.” Extensive research has been conducted on the safety of laser eye treatments and the various techniques used. Laser eye surgery consistently proves to be safe. Naturally, the level of safety also depends on the knowledge and experience of the surgeon, as well as the safety standards of the clinic and its equipment. It is therefore important to choose a reliable clinic with experienced surgeons for your laser eye procedure.

You can trust that all these aspects are more than perfectly in order at Visus Eye Clinic. Just take a look at the reviews from the many satisfied patients who came before you. For the most trustworthy and independent reviews, you can visit platforms such as Trustpilot, Zorgkaart Nederland, and Kliniekervaringen. Visus Eye Clinic has the highest number of reviews in the Netherlands and the highest rating a 9.6 based on more than 3,000 patient experiences.

In addition, at Visus we use the latest equipment and closely follow new techniques. Our surgeons are experts in their field and regularly provide training sessions and lectures to other ophthalmologists. It is no coincidence that Visus is the largest laser eye clinic in the Netherlands.

Still not convinced? In the United States, more than 16 million people have undergone laser eye surgery. Of these, over 96% are highly satisfied with the treatment, largely due to the very low risk of complications.

Most people are able to return to work the day after the procedure. A few hours after the treatment, the uncomfortable feeling has usually disappeared, and your vision is already clear enough to work.

The morning after your treatment, you will have a check-up. If everything looks normal, you can go to work right after this appointment.

Have you had a TransPRK procedure? In that case, the recovery takes a bit longer because the surface of the eye needs time to heal. You will also be wearing a bandage contact lens. You will return to the clinic after a few days to have this lens removed. For this reason, it may take about 3–4 days before you can return to work.

People who have undergone a lens replacement procedure can usually return to work after 1–2 days.

Although you can generally return to work relatively quickly after the procedure, your eyes will need more time to fully heal. The eye must stabilize, and this process can take anywhere from a few weeks to as long as six months. Your vision will continue to improve throughout this period.

Laser eye surgery is a relatively minor procedure and is generally safe. However, as with any medical procedure, no treatment is completely without risk. Although the procedure is performed by a highly experienced surgeon, complications however rare can never be entirely ruled out. In addition, every body responds differently.

Fortunately, most complications that may occur are well treatable.

During the pre-examination, we carefully assess whether there are any factors that may increase your risk of complications. If this is the case, we will of course discuss this with you. In consultation with the doctor, you can then make a well-informed decision. If the risk is considered too high, the doctor may advise against undergoing the treatment. Some complications can occur shortly after the procedure, such as an infection. Other issues may arise later on, for example dry eyes.

When you will be able to see optimally again depends on the treatment method. Generally, this is within one day to one week.

Please keep in mind that the eye needs more time to heal completely. It is important to give your eyes sufficient time to recover. During the healing period, your vision may still fluctuate. Minor changes in your vision can occur for up to a year after the treatment.

The drops (cyclopentolate) used during the preoperative examination temporarily reduce both distance and near vision. As a result, computer work and reading are often difficult or not possible.

This effect can last up to 24 hours, and sometimes even longer. It will resolve on its own, but the duration varies from person to person.

On the day of treatment, you will be at the clinic for approximately 2 to 3 hours in total.

Of this time, you will spend about 15 minutes in the treatment room.

The actual laser procedure takes only 30 to 45 seconds per eye, depending on the chosen treatment method.

A lens replacement procedure can correct virtually all types of refractive errors, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

Astigmatism occurs when the eyeball is not perfectly round but oval in shape, like a rugby ball. As a result, light is refracted in multiple directions, creating two focal points, which can cause blurred or double vision. In most cases, the strength of astigmatism is no higher than −6.0 diopters and can be very effectively corrected with a lens replacement procedure.