# Squint Surgery Prices

Source page: https://www.kudretgozistanbul.com/en/blog/eye-diseases/squint-surgery-prices

**Author:** Kudret Eye İstanbul | **Medical Approval:** Op. Dr. Mehmet Ali Özdil | **Date:** 2026-09-17

> **Summary:** Squint (strabismus) surgery realigns the eye muscles so that both eyes are aligned, in children and adults alike. Its price varies with the type of squint, the doctor's experience and the clinic, changes from year to year, and a definite price can only be obtained from the clinic.

## Quick Facts
- **Operation Duration:** About 30-60 minutes per eye, depending on the number of muscles corrected
- **Anesthesia:** General in children; local or general in suitable adults
- **Light activities:** One to two days after surgery
- **School or work:** Within three to seven days
- **Full recovery:** Two to six weeks
- **Price:** Not stated; depends on squint type, surgeon and clinic

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## What Is Squint Surgery?
Muscles are shortened or their effect weakened so the eyes align naturally. It corrects vision disturbances, blurred sight and turning of the eye.

## Types of Squint
- **Mixed strabismus:** Inward and outward squint together.
- **Esotropia:** One or both eyes turn inwards towards the nose.
- **Exotropia:** One or both eyes turn outwards.
- **Hypotropia:** One eye turns downwards compared with the other.
- **Hypertropia:** One eye turns upwards compared with the other.

## Causes
- Genetic factors
- Brain damage or brain tumours
- Diabetes
- Injuries
- Hypertension

## Diagnosis
- Eye examination
- Orthoptic examination of the eye muscles
- Refraction test
- Visual field test
- Ultrasonography (muscle structure) and electromyography (electrical activity)

## Treatment
Surgery is the most commonly recommended treatment and is applied to advanced squint; in some cases glasses alone are enough. Glasses may be used before surgery, and some patients still need them afterwards for uncorrected vision problems. If the squint recurs or is not fully corrected, different techniques are applied.

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## The Treatment Journey

### 1. Before Treatment
- Eye examination to determine type and degree of squint.
- Blood test.
- Glasses and contact lenses removed before surgery.
- Orthoptic examination of muscle coordination.

### 2. During Treatment
- About 30-60 minutes per eye; muscles shortened or weakened to align both eyes.
- A few hours of observation afterwards.

### 3. After Treatment
- Follow the doctor's instructions: check-ups and medication.
- Protective glasses or a dressing to protect from light and rest the eyes.
- Keep the area around the eye clean; consult a doctor for anything beyond stinging or mild pain.
- Redness and mild swelling ease within one to two weeks; the full result may take four to six weeks.
- Avoid swimming, running, heavy lifting and other heavy physical activity for the first two to three weeks.
- Do not rub or touch the eyes with unclean hands, avoid looking at the sun, use protective glasses.
- Make-up after one to two weeks; limit computer and TV use.

## Risks
Very low likelihood, minimised by sterility and good aftercare:
- Infection
- Blurred or double vision: temporary in the first days is normal; if it persists, it may be a complication and the doctor should be seen
- Redness or inflammation
- A small wound in the eye
- Small remaining deviations in alignment
- Recurrence of the squint
- Anaesthetic complications

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## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: How long does squint surgery take?**
A: Generally 30-60 minutes per eye, depending on the type of squint and how many muscles are treated, followed by a few hours of observation.

**Q: Is squint surgery painful?**
A: No pain is felt during it because of general or local anaesthetic. Mild discomfort or stinging afterwards is normal, managed with prescribed painkillers, and generally eases within a few days.

**Q: Will I need glasses after surgery?**
A: It depends. Surgery aligns the muscles but may not improve visual acuity, so existing myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism may still need glasses.

**Q: At what age can a child have squint surgery?**
A: There is no particular age limit; in some situations even babies of six months can be operated on. Timing depends on the type and severity of the squint and the child's health.

**Q: Can a squint recur?**
A: The success rate is quite high, but the squint can partly return or not fully correct, and a second operation may be needed. Regular check-ups matter.

**Q: Can adults have squint surgery?**
A: Yes, at any age, with both functional and cosmetic improvement.