The Cost of Contact Lenses – Are There Any Risks?

The Cost of Contact Lenses – Are There Any Risks? The mass commercial success of the humble contact lens took off in the 1960s and 70s following around a century of increasingly viable iterations. They were celebrated for their effectiveness, discretion, and ability to all but replace traditional glasses – qualities that still contribute to their popularity today. But are there any risks to wearing contact lenses? The most popular type of contact lenses today are soft lenses made from…

Eye Health Q&A with Expert Laser Eye Surgeon Prof. Dan Reinstein

Eye Health Q&A with Expert Laser Eye Surgeon Prof. Dan Reinstein In our busy modern lives, it can be surprisingly easy to forget about one of the most important assets we have – our eyes. While many of us take our vision for granted every day, expert Laser Eye Surgeon Professor Dan Reinstein is explaining why it is so important to be on our toes when it comes to our eye health. In your opinion, do people generally take good…

How Long Can Cataract Surgery Be Postponed?

How Long Can Cataract Surgery Be Postponed? The development of cataracts is a completely natural part of the eye’s ageing process – but that is usually of little consolation to those living with these cloudy obstructions. In many cases, patients with cataracts are eager to get rid of them for good; however, for some, postponing surgery may seem like a more appealing option. Whether this is down to nerves about the procedure, worries about the recovery period, or any other…

Can Cataract Surgery Affect Your Sinuses?

Can Cataract Surgery Affect Your Sinuses? There are few things more irritating than problems with our sinuses. Sinus infections cause blocked and runny noses, headaches and even fevers, and with such symptoms, most people will try anything to avoid them. Of course, our sinuses can be affected by all manner of things, but what about Cataract Surgery? In this article, we’ll be exploring whether Cataract Surgery could affect your sinuses. The sinuses are four air-filled chambers located behind the cheekbones…

Can You Fly After Cataract Surgery?

Can You Fly After Cataract Surgery? Living with cataracts can be an extremely disruptive time. While it goes without saying that your vision will be affected, it’s easy to overlook how much this can affect almost every aspect of your life. From simple, everyday tasks such as reading and writing to making special memories such as relaxing on a beautiful beach or taking in stunning vistas on a family holiday, impaired vision can add frustration to almost anything. If you’re…

Can You Drive After Cataract Surgery?

Can You Drive After Cataract Surgery? The development of cataracts in your eyes can affect your life in a number of ways. Most obviously, cataracts can significantly impair your vision, making it increasingly difficult to perform everyday tasks. But it’s easy to forget how much these things can affect your independence – after all, our vision is something we take for granted for everything from reading to driving. Many patients are, therefore, eager to learn when they can return to…

Travel Vlogger Anna Goldman Takes Us on a Journey to Clear Vision

Travel Vlogger Anna Goldman Takes Us on a Journey to Clear Vision When making the big decisions in our lives, many of us find the advice and perspectives of others who have gone through the same process to be invaluable. For first-time house buyers, this means speaking with friends and family members who are familiar with the process; When it comes to Laser Eye Surgery, hearing accounts from other patients can be a great complement to expert advice from clinic…

Can You Get Cataracts After Cataract Surgery?

Can You Get Cataracts After Cataract Surgery? Becoming aware of a cataract in your eye (or eyes) is understandably not a very pleasant revelation. Your vision has likely already become impaired and you may find that you have difficulty performing everyday tasks such as reading and driving. Yet, the prospect of having surgery on your eyes can also be just as daunting. So, you would like to be certain that you’ll only need treatment once, right? No one wants to…

Can Cataract Surgery Cause Dizziness?

Can Cataract Surgery Cause Dizziness? Cataract Surgery is the most commonly performed procedure in the UK, with an estimated 400,000 surgeries carried out every year by the NHS in England alone. The routine nature of the procedure has helped to make Cataract Surgery incredibly safe with few side effects. However, as with any surgical procedure, it is important to be aware of any potential side effects that could occur post-surgery. In this article, we’ll be answering the question: Can Cataract…

Can Cataract Surgery Help Keratoconus?

Can Cataract Surgery Help Keratoconus? The eye is an incredibly complex organ with literally millions of working parts. As impressive as this may be, this complexity also opens the door to a number of complications, including eye diseases such as keratoconus. This ectatic eye disease, though uncommon, can pose significant issues, including affecting a patient’s suitability for Laser Eye Surgery. But could Cataract Surgery help? Or if not, does having keratoconus make one unsuitable for the procedure? Let’s find out….