What are Alternative Treatments to Laser Eye Surgery? Continued development and innovation mean that Laser Eye Surgery can now treat a huge number of refractory errors with minimally invasive techniques. In fact, at London Vision Clinic, we are able to treat around 98% of people who contact us. However, Laser Eye Surgery may not be the right option for everyone. A small number of patients may be unsuitable for Laser Eye Surgery for a number of reasons. For example, high…
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Myths and Questions About Laser Eye Surgery – Explained
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…
About Laser Eye Treatment At London Vision Clinic
Common Questions About Laser Eye Treatment at London Vision Clinic When toying with the idea of having Laser Eye Surgery, there will likely be a huge number of questions and concerns whizzing around your head. This is only natural – I mean, we all want to know as much as we can when it comes the to the health and safety of our eyes. That’s why we’ve put together this guide: to answer all of the most common questions about…
Got A High Glasses Prescription? No Problem [VIDEO]
Got A High Glasses Prescription? No Problem! If you have a really high glasses prescription, you may be under the impression that Laser Eye Surgery is not an option you for – but you could be wrong. This common belief stems from the early years of LASIK treatment. For many years, Laser Eye Surgery wasn’t suitable for treating high glasses prescriptions, leaving many patients to settle for synthetic lens implants. While it is true that Laser Eye Surgery clinics used…
I Have Astigmatism, Can I Still Have Laser Eye Surgery? [VIDEO]
I Have Astigmatism, Can I Still Have Laser Eye Surgery? When many people think of Laser Eye Surgery, they may think of it as only a solution to Myopia (short-sightedness) and Hyperopia (long-sightedness). But the truth is, these treatments can address many more refractive errors – including astigmatism. Here at London Vision Clinic, our expert surgeons have been using Laser Eye Surgery to treat astigmatism for years. Before we get into how Laser Eye Surgery works to correct astigmatism, let’s…
What Eye Conditions Might Make One Unsuitable For Laser Eye Surgery? [VIDEO]
Many people wonder if they are suitable for laser eye surgery. In this post, Mr Glenn Carp explains “Probably 99% of people are candidates for the treatment nowadays with modern technology. The main conditions that we are looking for preoperatively before we do the surgery procedure is to make sure that people have sufficient corneal tissue for the treatment, although that is not a contraindication itself, it is just to see if the full prescription can be treated, but more importantly to make sure there are no weak spots within the cornea.” Read more……
Choosing a Clinic: Harley Street vs High Street
Choosing a Clinic: Harley Street vs High Street Laser Eye Surgery is now more popular than ever before – in fact, it is now the most popular elective procedure in the world. This popularity has seen the number of high street providers in the UK skyrocket over the last two decades. This rise could be considered a good thing; it has meant more access, lower prices, and more options to choose from. On the other hand, it should be noted…
10 things every glasses wearer will know
10 Things that Every Glasses Wearer Will Have Experienced Glasses are cool, right? I mean, they help us to see and everything, but they certainly have their drawbacks – like the pimples around the rims, or their constant desire to go missing. Oh, and don’t even get me started on… Okay, glasses wearers definitely have A LOT to deal with that frameless folks will never understand. Do your pet hates make our list of the most annoying things about wearing…
What prescription can Laser Eye Surgery correct?
What Prescription can Laser Eye Surgery Correct? Are you considering the possibility of Laser Eye surgery? If the answer is ‘yes’, then it’s likely you have a whole lot of questions of your own; and the chances are, the question at the top of your list is: Would it work for my prescription?. The main aim of a trip to the opticians is to determine whether or not you need glasses. However, there is a lot more to this question…
Is there a prescription limit for Laser Eye Surgery?
Is there a Prescription Limit for Laser Eye Surgery? It is a common misconception that the numbers on your prescription card are enough to determine your eligibility for Laser Eye Surgery. Many people believe that their prescription alone will impact their suitability for treatment, but the truth is, the process of determining eligibility is a lot more involved than that. In fact, the process, as well as the limits to Laser Eye Surgery, has changed significantly in recent years. So,…
