Who Is Suitable for Laser Eye Color Change?
Not everyone who would like a lighter eye color is a suitable candidate. Suitability depends on the health of your eyes, your general health, your starting eye color and what you expect from the result.
The decision is made by ophthalmologist Dr. Osman Dursun after an eye examination. This page explains who may be suitable, who is not and how the assessment works.
Who May Be Suitable
A suitable candidate understands that several sessions are usually needed and that the result differs from person to person.
Adults aged 18 or over
People with brown eyes, from light brown to very dark brown
People whose eye examination shows no condition that rules out treatment
People who accept that the final color cannot be chosen and that the change is permanent
Who Cannot Have the Procedure
The procedure is not performed for:
Anyone under 18
People with glaucoma
People with iridocyclitis or uveitis
People with uncontrolled diabetes
People with severe rheumatic disease
People with an undiagnosed systemic illness
People who had laser eye surgery less than 6 months ago
People who are on ongoing medication for their eyes
People with body dysmorphic disorder or who are not in a stable psychological state
How Suitability Is Assessed
The first step is a clear photo of your eyes taken in daylight, which lets us judge the starting color and give a first opinion.
The examination in Istanbul covers the iris, the anterior segment and the intraocular pressure. A consultation without treatment costs USD 200. If you are suitable, the number of sessions is planned according to how dark the iris is and how it responds.
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❓ Questions About Suitability
1. What is the minimum age?
The procedure is only performed for adults aged 18 or over.
2. I have had LASIK. Can I still have my eye color changed?
Yes, but there should be at least 6 months between laser eye surgery such as LASIK and this procedure.
3. Can people with glaucoma have the procedure?
No. Glaucoma is one of the conditions that rule out treatment, because raised eye pressure is one of the reported risks.
4. Can very dark brown eyes be treated?
Yes, but they need more sessions, usually around 8 to 10, and the result cannot be guaranteed.
5. Do I need an appointment?
Yes. Examinations and treatment are by appointment only.