No Touch Laser
No Touch Laser: Comfortable and Blade-Free Vision Correction
No Touch Laser is an advanced laser eye treatment designed to correct refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism without direct contact with the eye. At Özel Sistem Eye Medical Center, this modern laser technology is performed using advanced excimer laser systems.
What is No Touch Laser?
No Touch Laser, also known as Trans-PRK (Trans-Epithelial Photorefractive Keratectomy), is a surface laser procedure performed entirely with laser energy. During the treatment, both the outer epithelial layer and the underlying corneal tissue are reshaped in a single step. No surgical instrument touches the eye.
Who is Suitable for No Touch Laser?
- Myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism
- Thin corneal structure
- Active lifestyles or contact sports participation
- Unsuitability for flap-based LASIK procedures
- Fear of surgical instruments touching the eye
How is the Procedure Performed?
Numbing eye drops are applied. The patient focuses on a target light while the excimer laser reshapes the cornea within seconds. The laser treatment usually takes less than one minute per eye. After the procedure, a temporary bandage contact lens is placed.
Advantages of No Touch Laser
- Blade-free and flap-free procedure
- No direct contact with the eye
- Suitable for thin corneas
- Lower risk of flap-related complications
- Reduced risk of chronic dry eye
- Fast and safe treatment process
Recovery Process
During the first few days, patients may experience mild eye discomfort, tearing, light sensitivity, and foreign body sensation. The protective contact lens is usually removed after several days, and visual clarity improves progressively.
Possible Risks and Side Effects
- Dry eye symptoms
- Temporary blurred vision
- Light sensitivity
- Mild corneal haze during healing
At Özel Sistem Eye Medical Center, every patient undergoes a detailed eye examination before laser treatment planning to provide safe and personalized visual outcomes.