What’s Holding You Back From Having Laser Eye Surgery? Right… You’ve been wearing glasses or contacts for years, perhaps as long as you can remember. You’re sick of the hassle and discomfort of not being able to see clearly without these visual aids. You’ve heard about Laser Eye Surgery, maybe even know someone who’s had it done. So what’s holding you back? For many people it comes down to one of two things: Cost or Fear. Is it cost… Laser…
What If I Am Frightened Of Laser Eye Surgery? You’re not alone! Your eyes are arguably the most important of your senses, so the thought of having any kind of surgical procedure on them is likely to scare most people. Here are 4 ways to address the fear of Laser Eye Surgery: Understand The Risks If you spend enough time researching Laser Eye Surgery on the internet, you will see there are literally hundreds of statistics quoted by providers as…
Where Can I Get Advice About My Laser Eye Surgery Options? For those who need to wear glasses or contact lenses, Laser Eye Surgery is often a life-changing procedure. It’s also a significant financial commitment, and can be a bit daunting. Whichever way you look at it, Laser Eye Surgery is a big decision. If you’re considering having the procedure, it’s important to do your research, and especially to speak to any clinics you might be considering. With so many…
Choose A Laser Eye Surgery Clinic Run By Specialist Surgeons With A Track Record Of Outstanding Results London Vision Clinic was established by Professor Dan Reinstein in 2002, and since then we’ve performed over 10,000 successful laser eye surgery treatments. Professor Reinstein leads our team day-to-day and he is one of the small group of specialist surgeons who pioneered, and continue to refine, laser eye surgery techniques and technology worldwide. Mr Glenn Carp, a highly accomplished ophthalmic surgeon, joined Professor…
Laser Eye Surgery Over 40 One of the common misconceptions about Laser Eye Surgery is that once you hit your 40s and start to need reading glasses (presbyopia), you may no longer be suitable for treatment. You may have heard that Laser Eye Surgery cannot counter the affects of presbyopia, and that the only option is to have lens implants. This simply isn’t true anymore – especially if you choose the expert surgeons at London Vision Clinic to carry out…
How Laser Eye Surgery Affects Contrast Sensitivity Contrast sensitivity is the eye’s ability to perceive the difference between an object and its background. It is often referred to as the crispness of your vision. If you complain of poor vision in certain conditions, even though your ‘normal’ (black on white) vision is good, this may be an indication that you have reduced contrast sensitivity. In low light, poor contrast sensitivity can affect your ability to perform certain tasks and clearly…
Why London’s Harley Street Is The Centre Of The Laser Eye Surgery World A centre of medical excellence since the 19th century, Harley Street has also become the centre of the Laser Eye Surgery world. With over a dozen clinics, Harley Street has the UK’s highest density of Laser Eye Surgery providers. It’s not just the quantity of clinics that makes Harley Street the centre of the Laser Eye Surgery world though – it’s the quality. Some of the world’s…
What Is LASIK Laser Eye Surgery? LASIK Laser Eye Surgery (Laser-assisted In-situ Keratomileusis) is an elective surgical procedure to correct common vision problems such as hyperopia (far-sightedness), myopia (near-sightedness), presbyopia (natural ageing of the eyes) and/or astigmatism. The procedure uses an extremely accurate femtosecond laser to create a very thin flap of tissue in the outer cornea – the front of the eye. The flap is then gently folded back allowing the surgeon to remove a precise amount of corneal…
Why Not Start Your Own Laser Eye Surgery Blog, We’ll Help You! Everyone seems to be blogging these days, on all manner of subjects. Whether you simply Tweet & post to Facebook occasionally, or have your own blogging website, it’s easy to have your opinions heard – and there’s plenty of people out there who want to listen. Laser Eye Surgery can be an emotive subject, and those who shout about their experiences tend to have polarised opinions – those…
How To Choose The Laser Eye Surgery Clinic That’s Right For You Having Laser Eye Surgery is a big decision, but once you’ve decided to go for it, choosing the right clinic is crucial. Your eyesight is arguably your most precious sense, so if you are going to trust someone to perform Laser Eye Surgery, you need to be sure you choose the right clinic. So how do you choose the right Laser Eye Surgery clinic? Here are some of…
