Emily Ledger - Part 11

Your Vision: Understanding Your Prescription

Posted on 31/01/2023 (06/12/2023)

Your Vision: Understanding Your Prescription If you are new to wearing glasses, or perhaps your child has recently been told they need glasses, understanding prescriptions can be a challenge, to say the least. Seeing all those numbers and symbols for the first time can be overwhelming, so understanding what they actually mean can be extremely helpful. So, let’s break down what your prescription is, what it means, and how it is measured. Measuring your Prescription Accurately measuring your prescription is…

What are the Most Common Refractive Errors?

Posted on 31/01/2023 (27/04/2023)

What are the Most Common Refractive Errors? For many people, glasses and contact lenses have become a static feature in their lives. Remembering – or forgetting – glasses on the way out of the door in the morning is like second nature. Remembering to remove contact lenses before bed is a constant worry. But the reason these visual aids are required in the first place varies from person to person. Most refractive errors are caused when light is not effectively…

What are Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICLs)?

Posted on 31/01/2023 (13/06/2023)

What are Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICLs)? Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery is the most commonly performed type of Phakic Intraocular Lens Implantation. The procedure involves implanting a small, thin lens behind the iris and in front of the natural lens of the eye. Modern ICLs are extremely versatile and can treat almost every possible prescription. For example, in the UK the lens is available for short-sightedness from -0.50 to -18.00 D, long-sightedness from +0.50 D to +10.00 D and astigmatism…

Alternative Treatments: What is Clear Lens Exchange (CLE)?

Posted on 31/01/2023 (31/01/2023)

Alternative Treatments: What is Clear Lens Exchange (CLE)? Clear Lens Exchange (CLE) – also known as Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) – is another alternative to Laser Eye Surgery. The basis of the procedure is exactly the same as that of cataract surgery, except it is performed when no cataracts are present. Like Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICL) surgery, CLE can be used to correct almost any prescription. However, unlike ICLs, CLE removes the internal crystalline lens and replaces it with a…

Your Vision: Understanding Visual Acuity

Posted on 31/01/2023 (31/01/2023)

Your Vision: Understanding Visual Acuity When it comes to understanding your vision, a lot of terms get batted around. One of these terms is “visual acuity”. If you are interested in Laser Eye Surgery treatment, the chances are you will hear this a lot. So, it’s important to understand what is actually being discussed when we talk about your visual acuity. Let us talk you through it… In short, visual acuity simply refers to the standard measure of a person’s ability…

What causes halos after LASIK? [VIDEO]

Posted on 30/01/2023 (27/04/2023)

What Causes Halos After LASIK? The appearance of halos is one of the most common side effects associated with Laser Eye surgery treatment. No, that doesn’t mean you will be walking around with a glowing ring floating above your head as soon as you leave the treatment room. We’re talking about another kind of halo. Visual halos are a form of glare that can temporarily affect vision after undergoing refractive surgery. They occur mainly at night and in low light conditions –…

2022 Unwrapped at London Vision Clinic: A Year in News

Posted on 22/12/2022 (29/06/2023)

2022 Unwrapped at London Vision Clinic: A Year in News As we come to the end of another year and prepare to launch into 2023, we want to thank our wonderful patients and readership for their ongoing support and trust in allowing us to give the gift of better vision. At London Vision Clinic, we strive to offer more than the best Laser Eye Surgery treatment in the world. We work hard to deliver the highest-quality information and resources to…

Myths and Questions About Laser Eye Surgery – Explained

Posted on 03/11/2022

Myths and Questions About Laser Eye Surgery – Explained When it comes to Laser Eye Surgery, most people start the process with a huge number of questions and concerns – many of which are unfortunately fuelled by long-standing myths. These myths often lead to misinformation and needless worry and anxiety. Here at London Vision Clinic, we want to debunk these myths and give you all the right information you need to make an informed decision about your treatment. so, let’s start…

How Does Laser Eye Surgery Help Myopia? [Video]

Posted on 21/09/2022 (28/09/2022)

Laser eye surgery can correct for myopia, essentially required to shorten the eye or to flatten the cornea allowing the focal point to shift backwards to reach the retina….

Can any laser eye surgeon guarantee 20/20 vision? [VIDEO]

Posted on 19/09/2022 (28/09/2022)

Can Any Laser Eye Surgeon Guarantee 20/20 Vision? When you think of good vision, the chances are a couple of numbers will pop into your head. Have you guessed which numbers we’re talking about? You have no doubt heard a friend, family member, or simply someone off the telly brag about their 20/20 vision, right? But, while many of us have heard of these numbers, we may not all know what ’20/20′ actually means? 20/20 vision has become the renowned…

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