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When was LASIK invented?

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When was LASIK invented? Vision impairment problems affect a huge percentage of the world’s population. In fact, estimates show that around 2.2 billion people have a near or distance vision impairment. And this percentage isn’t just isolated to our times. Throughout history, there have always been people who suffer from poor vision – and this isn’t surprising. The human eye is the body’s second most intricate and complex organ – the first being the brain. With over 2.2 million moving…

Beauty Blogger Fleur DeForce Talks About Her Laser Eye Surgery Experience

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Beauty Blogger Fleur DeForce Talks About Her Laser Eye Surgery Experience Beauty, fashion and health vlogger Fleur DeForce didn’t have terrible eyesight by many standards, however, having a dislike of using contact lenses, Fleur decided that it was finally time to say ‘goodbye’ to her -3 prescription. After considering Laser Eye Surgery for many years, and even having made the procedure a New Year’s resolution a few years previously, Fleur finally decided to take the plunge. Why didn’t she do…

Laser Eye Surgery vs Lens Replacement

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Laser Eye Surgery vs Lens Replacement If you are looking into eye surgery treatment, it is likely you have come across a huge number of potential treatments during your research. You may be left feeling confused about what separates all of these treatment options. For example, what is the difference between Laser Eye Surgery and Lens Replacement? Well, fear not – we’re here to tell you. Lens replacement surgery is a relatively common eye surgery treatment. In fact, over 300,000…

Guides: The “Dos and Don’ts” of Eye Drops

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The “Dos and Don’ts” of Eye Drops The typical day in this modern era in which we live no doubt has a vast array of benefits. Everything you need is available at the touch of a button. All you have to do is whip out your laptop or phone and, within a matter of minutes, you have ordered your groceries! And yet, this screen-dominated life does have its drawbacks. It’s a sad fact that today, many of our eyes are…

Wearing false eyelashes after Laser Eye Surgery

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Wearing false eyelashes after Laser Eye Surgery We have answered a lot of patient questions and queries during our time as a Laser Eye Surgery clinic. Our specialist clinicians and expert surgeons have likey answered any question you can think of, but some of the most common queries might surprise you. Of course, we have the ones you would expect:  ‘How long does the procedure take? What are the chances of something going wrong? When can I drive and get…

Can I bring someone with me when I have Laser Eye Surgery?

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Can I bring someone with me when I have Laser Eye Surgery? Our eyes are arguably our most important – and often our most taken-for-granted – asset. We use them at every waking hour; they dictate how we see the world, how we interact with other people, and how we navigate and keep ourselves out of harm’s way. Sometimes, though, these incredible organs may require a little TLC. Laser Eye Surgery has become an incredibly popular and effective option when…

What is the Most Advanced Laser Eye Surgery Procedure?

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What is the Most Advanced Laser Eye Surgery Procedure? It is a well-known phenomenon that we humans are suckers for the latest version – no matter what it is. When it comes to buying a car, upgrading your phone, or getting a new household appliance, we typically want the most advanced version available. We consider the latest version to be the best – and in many cases, this is true. After all, the latest version has the advantage of the…

Laser Eye Surgery vs Clear Lens Exchange (IOLs)

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Laser Eye Surgery vs Clear Lens Exchange (IOLs) Considering ocular surgery can be a daunting prospect, no matter what your circumstances. Knowing which procedures are right for you can be even more difficult. For many, the choice often comes down to two treatments: Laser Eye Surgery and Clear Lens Exchange – intra-ocular lens (IOL). Both of these procedures work in different ways and offer their own distinct advantages. But first, let’s briefly summarise the nature of each treatment. Laser Eye…

Will LASIK Eye Surgery Be Replaced With SMILE?

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Will LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Be Replaced With SMILE? For over two decades, LASIK has been the most popular form of Laser Eye Surgery, granting millions of people around the world freedom from glasses and contact lenses. But will the growing availability of ReLEx SMILE surgery see LASIK become obsolete? Since the inception of Laser Eye Surgery in the early 1980s, the vision correction field has been at the forefront of surgical innovation. Technology and knowledge are evolving and improving…

What are the long-term effects of Laser Eye Surgery?

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What are the long-term effects of Laser Eye Surgery? Not many medical treatments in this world are permanent fixes. Despite the impressive rate of medical innovation in recent years, the vast majority of treatment options still focus on symptom management. For example, medical equipment like glasses and crutches offer us temporary relief. Similarly, drugs may rid us of illness for a short while, yet they only get a hold on serious or chronic conditions with continual use. Not even invasive…