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Laser eye surgery in Costa Rica: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

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How Much Does Laser eye surgery Cost in Costa Rica?

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	Costa Rica	Turkey	Austria
ReLEx SMILE eye surgery	-	from $2,713	-
Photorefractive keratectomy	-	from $2,000	-
Laser eye surgery	-	from $1,500	-
LASIK eye surgery	-	from $1,676	-

Discover the Best Laser eye surgery Clinics in Costa Rica: 1 Verified Option and Prices

The Bookimed clinic ranking is based on data science algorithms, providing a trusted, transparent, and objective comparison. It takes into account patient demand, review scores (both positive and negative), the frequency of updates to treatment options and prices, response speed, and clinic certifications.

Cosmetic Laser Medical Center

Costa Rica, San José

The Cosmetic Laser Medical Center clinic offers exceptional Laser Eye Surgery

The Cosmetic Laser Medical Center clinic is renowned for its exceptional Laser Eye Surgery services. Patients who have undergone Laser Eye Surgery at the clinic have reported improved vision and satisfaction with the results. The clinic has state-of-the-art equipment and experienced doctors who perform the surgery with utmost care and precision. Patients can be assured of a safe and comfortable experience during the surgery.

Benefits of Cosmetic Laser Medical Center clinic and their doctors:

State-of-the-art equipment
Experienced and skilled doctors
Safe and comfortable experience
Improved vision and satisfaction with results

Price on request

Laser eye surgery Overview in Costa Rica

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85%

Stay in the country - 2 days

Rehabilitation - 1 day

Anesthesia - Local anesthesia

Requests processed - 15215

Bookimed fees - $0

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Our Laser eye surgery Techniques: What Suits You Best?

When considering Laser eye surgery, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:

LASIK eye surgery

LASIK surgery is a laser vision correction procedure that reshapes the cornea to improve visual acuity.

Pros: LASIK surgery offers quick vision improvement with 96% of patients achieving desired vision. Fast recovery time makes it convenient for most individuals.

Cons: Potential for dry eyes and glare, affecting 20% of patients post-surgery. Not suitable for individuals with thin corneas or severe vision issues.

Effectiveness: 96%

Duration: 30 minutes

Recovery: 1-2 days

Best for: Mild to moderate myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism correction. Ideal for those with healthy corneas.

Prices: Cost of LASIK eye surgery in Costa Rica from $1,676

ReLEx SMILE eye surgery

A minimally invasive laser vision correction procedure that reshapes the cornea to correct refractive errors like myopia and astigmatism.

Pros: Less invasive than LASIK surgery with no flap creation, reducing the risk of dry eye syndrome by up to 40%. Faster recovery times and fewer complications due to its small incision. Suitable for patients with thin corneas.

Cons: Limited availability for treating hyperopia compared to other refractive surgeries. Requires specialized equipment, which is not available in all clinics.

Effectiveness: 96% success rate in achieving 20/40 vision or better.

Duration: Approximately 30 minutes.

Recovery: 1-2 days.

Best for: Individuals with myopia up to -10 diopters and astigmatism up to 5 diopters.

Prices: Cost of ReLEx SMILE eye surgery in Costa Rica from $2,713

IntraLase Laser Eye Surgery

A precise laser technique used in vision correction, involving the creation of a corneal flap for improved visual outcomes.

Pros: Provides enhanced precision and safety due to laser technology, reducing flap-related complications by up to 95%. Offers better visual acuity improvement compared to manual methods.

Cons: Longer procedure time than LASIK surgery, with a potential increase in temporary eye discomfort. May not be suitable for all corneal shapes.

Effectiveness: Achieves a success rate of 98% in correcting vision to 20/20 or better.

Duration: The procedure takes approximately 30 minutes.

Recovery: Recovery typically spans 1-3 days.

Best for: Individuals with mild to moderate myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, requiring precise corneal reshaping.

Prices: Cost of IntraLase Laser Eye Surgery in Costa Rica from $1,899

Photorefractive Keratectomy

A type of laser eye surgery that reshapes the cornea to correct vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.

Pros: Suitable for patients with thin corneas or dry eyes, which may not be ideal for LASIK surgery. Provides a safe alternative with a 95% success rate in achieving 20/40 vision or better.

Cons: Longer recovery time than LASIK, often taking several weeks for full visual stabilization. Some patients experience temporary discomfort or haze during healing.

Effectiveness: 95

Duration: 30 minutes

Recovery: 7-10 days

Best for: Individuals with thin corneas, dry eyes, or those not suitable for LASIK. Addresses nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

Prices: Cost of Photorefractive keratectomy in Costa Rica from $2,000

LASEK eye surgery

This procedure involves reshaping the cornea to correct vision using laser technology, combining aspects of LASIK and PRK.

Pros: Suitable for patients with thin corneas as it preserves more corneal tissue. Lower risk of dry eyes compared to LASIK surgery. Offers a higher safety margin for those with specific eye conditions.

Cons: Longer recovery time than LASIK and ReLEx SMILE. Discomfort post-surgery can last longer, up to a week.

Effectiveness: 95% of patients achieve 20/40 vision or better.

Duration: 30 minutes per eye.

Recovery: 5-7 days.

Best for: Individuals with thin corneas and mild to moderate myopia or astigmatism.

Prices: Cost of LASEK eye surgery in Costa Rica from $1,900

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