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Common Questions About Laser Eye Surgery for Presbyopia

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Common Questions About Laser Eye Surgery for Presbyopia Despite the fact that Laser Corrective Surgery for presbyopia has now been around for almost 20 years (at London Vision Clinic, at least), many people are still unaware of its existence. For this reason, we regularly receive many questions from our patients about PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision. We decided to answer some of the more common questions below, to help you stay as informed as possible when considering your options for presbyopia….

The Curse of Ageing Eyes: What is Presbyopia?

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The Curse of Ageing Eyes: What is Presbyopia? Throughout our lives, we have all probably noticed vision loss in other people. It may have first been apparent in your grandparents as they squinted at the menus at family gatherings, or later with your parents as they suddenly acquire reading glasses that they never needed before. Yet, many of us don’t give the effects of ageing on our eyes much thought until we begin to notice the changes ourselves. In the…

PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision: A Unique Treatment for Presbyopia

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In this video, Professor Dan Reinstein of the London Vision Clinic explains PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision, and how it can be used for corrective presbyopia (ageing eyes) eye treatment….

Eye Conditions: What is Glaucoma? [VIDEO]

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What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that cause damage to the optic nerve – the nerve that carries messages from the retina to the brain. Over time, this can lead to irreversible vision loss and even blindness if left untreated. Glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness in the UK, behind cataracts. It is estimated that around 2% of people over 40 in the UK are affected by primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), the most common type…

The Complete History of Laser Eye Surgery

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This is the story of a procedure that has become the single most common operation with over 35 million performed worldwide by 2010. It has evolved into a 10-minute process that can correct 96% of all refractive errors with minimal discomfort, a recovery time of a few hours and dramatic visual results overnight….

Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Suffer from Hay Fever?

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Although most of us cannot wait to say goodbye to the dark, cold and depressingly short winter days and greet spring with a warm sigh and joyful heart, for some people the season change comes with an inconvenient and unwelcome side effect… hay fever….

Do Laser Eye Surgery Results Correlate With Costs?

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Consumers find it difficult to make comparisons between laser eye surgery providers, as there is no consistent approach to pricing. Some providers have one all-inclusive price and others don’t package their services. This results in some cases is that prospective patients can be at best confused and at worst misled by laser eye surgery marketing practices. However, the key thing to note is that substantial quality differences DO exist across providers. Read more about the factors to compare when assessing pricing for laser eye surgery….

Could Laser Eye Surgery Be Better Value Than Contact Lenses?

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Would you rather have an asset or a liability? When it comes to housing – the answer seems clear. When it comes to vision, however, many don’t see things as clearly. We help you compare laser eye surgery costs with the cost of wearing contact lenses, particularly taking into account actual lens costs, fitting, check ups and solution Read here to understand more of the long term costs comparison….

Does Laser Eye Surgery Technology Correlate With Laser Eye Surgery Costs?

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You can usually expect higher costs with newer laser technology options. Over time as you can imagine more and more important developments are added to laser technology. Most providers ideally will provide a single and simple pricing that incorporates the use of various technologies. Understand more about what the laser eye surgery costs typically go towards….

Why Does the Cost of Laser Eye Surgery Differ Between Clinics?

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The laser eye surgery industry is a minefield, there are a lot of different levels of patient care and the pricing structures vary considerably between clinics compared to London Vision Clinic. At London Vision Clinic, the simple pricing approach involves offering patients a full all inclusive package, lessens the confusion. Read more about why surgery prices vary between clinics….