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PRK vs LASIK

Posted on 05/09/2015 (01/12/2015)

PRK vs LASIK Both PRK and LASIK are used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism in patients. Despite there being more contemporary treatments for Laser Eye Surgery, the original treatment for vision correction of PRK, photorefractive keratectomy, still remains very popular with eye patients. Though both procedures involve reshaping the cornea with an excimer laser there are also distinctive differences between the two. In order to allow light to be properly focused on the retina for clear vision, both the…

Laser Eye Surgery Aftercare Guidance

Posted on 02/09/2015 (01/12/2015)

Laser Eye Surgery Aftercare Guidance After finishing your treatment of Laser Eye Surgery at the laser clinic it is imperative that you follow certain guidelines in order to minimise any complications. After your surgery you will need to be escorted home as a pad will be applied to cover your eye. You will not be allowed to drive home from your appointment yourself. Taking a step at a time after Laser Eye Surgery is crucial for your own safety. On…

The Most Common Questions I Get Asked About Laser Eye Surgery

Posted on 27/03/2015 (01/12/2015)

The Most Common Questions I Get Asked About Laser Eye Surgery Rowena, London Vision Clinic Patient Care Coordinator. Being a Patient Care Coordinator, I’m the first person someone speaks to when they begin their journey with the London Vision Clinic. This means I’m often the person that gets asked those early worries, the ones that start “This may sound like a silly question…” Laser Eye Surgery is such a huge decision – yes, it’s minimally invasive, and yes, it changes…

Which Visual Impairments Can Be Treated With Laser Eye Surgery?

Posted on 25/03/2015 (01/12/2015)

Which Visual Impairments Can Be Treated With Laser Eye Surgery? Developed decades ago, Laser Eye Surgery involves computerised technology and a laser, which typically removes the corneal tissue causing the patient’s refractive error. The story of refractive error, however, is less straightforward. There are multiple causes of bad vision and so multiple reasons to approach London Vision Clinic in your search for a solution. After all, if you wear glasses, you may well suffer from a problem that can be…

Laser Eye Surgery For Very High Prescriptions

Posted on 19/03/2015 (03/06/2019)

Laser Eye Surgery For Very High Prescriptions In the 21st century, despite pretty undisputable evidence to the contrary, many people still believe the world is flat and that we’ve never actually been to space. Some people still believe, particularly in India, that the ancient religious practice of drinking your own urine is a cure-all remedy that can even lead to enlightenment. And other people still believe that this whole global warming thing is a complete sham, being fabricated as simply…

Laser Eye Surgery Testimonials For Glenn Carp

Posted on 17/03/2015 (15/06/2017)

Laser Eye Surgery Testimonials For Glenn Carp London Vision Clinic’s Mr Glenn Carp is a world-renowned laser eye surgeon, successfully treating hundreds of patients every year at our Harley Street clinic. Here is a small selection of feedback from Glenn’s recent Laser Eye Surgery patients: Razvan – Nov-14 “Amazing!!! From first appointment to Laser Eye Surgery everyone was so helpful and nice. You get all the information you need. The surgery is painless and very quick. So happy I’ve done…

Laser Eye Surgery Testimonials For Dan Reinstein

Posted on 11/03/2015 (01/12/2015)

Laser Eye Surgery Testimonials For Dan Reinstein London Vision Clinic’s Professor Dan Reinstein is a world-renowned laser eye surgeon, successfully treating hundreds of patients every year at our Harley Street clinic. Here is a small selection of feedback from recent Laser Eye Surgery patients: Paul – Nov-14 “Although I felt I could see quite well with contact lenses + reading glasses, once the first week was over I couldn’t believe how good my eyes were becoming, and only then realised…

Conjunctivitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Posted on 25/02/2015 (01/12/2015)

Conjunctivitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Often referred to as “red eye”, conjunctivitis is a common eye condition that causes redness and inflammation of the conjunctiva (the thin membrane covering the front of the eye). In addition to redness, it can also cause itchiness, watering and a sticky layer over the eyelashes. Conjunctivitis if most often caused by either a viral or bacterial infection (known as infective conjunctivitis) or by an allergic reaction (known as allergic conjunctivitis). Irritation can sometimes also…

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