Countering the effects of time with Laser Blended Vision.
You may have heard that laser surgery is powerless against the effects of ageing on the eye. And, in some clinics, that might be true. To save you from reading glasses or bifocals, most surgeons have to rely on synthetic lenses, inserted surgically into the eye. But Professor Reinstein and his team have pioneered a unique laser treatment to counter the effects of ageing in the eye.
This revolutionary technique, Laser Blended Vision, can significantly reduce, or even eliminate, the need for reading glasses, bifocals or varifocals for many years. Already, over 1,000 patients have benefited from this remarkable treatment, which we have offered since 2005.
The effect of age on the eye is called presbyopia – literally translated as ‘old eye’. Age affects the eye as it affects every other part of the body. Starting in early middle age, the lens inside the eye stiffens, becoming less flexible, while at the same time the muscles that alter the shape of the lens, allowing you to shift focus from near to far, become weaker. Nobody is immune to this condition, and unchecked it inevitably means reading glasses, bifocals or varifocals.
London Vision Clinic has also pioneered treatments for people with high prescriptions. Read about our High Profile treatments.
Overcoming presbyopia
Laser Blended Vision adjusts each eye in different ways. One eye is adjusted to focus mostly at distance, and a little close up, while the other is the opposite: mostly up close and a little at distance. The brain soon adapts, combining the two eyes to give much greater depth of vision and an all-round improvement in visual acuity, and meaning that most patients can throw away those infuriating reading glasses:
- Over 98% of Laser Blended Vision patients can read normal newsprint (‘N8’).
- Over 90% of Laser Blended Vision patients can read the small print on medicine bottle inserts.
Not to be confused with monovision
Laser Blended Vision is much more effective, and easier to adapt to, than the traditional solution – monovision. Monovision uses lenses (or older laser systems) to make one eye focus close up, and one eye focus for distance. This is a far less sophisticated solution, suitable for only around 50% of patients. In comparison, studies have shown that Laser Blended Vision is suitable for 97% of people.
So, while we may not be able to stop the ageing process in its tracks, we can make it much more comfortable and convenient for almost everyone.
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London Vision Clinic: independently rated as Excellent.
Norma W.
Able to read labels etc when shopping is enormous helpful. As is being able to read texts, emails etc....
Read more »December 2013 | W13, GB
Vivien J.
Reading menus, books and shopping made easier. no need for tinted glasses in summer just normal sunglasses. No need for a pair of reading glasses in every room. ...
Read more »December 2009 | ME8, GB
Phil H.
Although only requiring glasses for close work/reading, it is totally liberating to no longer have to wear glasses or worry that I have them with me at all times....
Read more »December 2012 | PE6, GB
Edelle C.
My main comment would be, I don't know why I waited so long. To be able to read without having my nose touch the page is brilliant....
Read more »December 2013 | NW7, GB
Evelin S.
Best decision I have ever made. Operation itself was quick and not anything to be afraid of. I would recommend LVC to anyone considering eye surgery....
Read more »December 2011 | SW11, GB
Linda P.
Was anxious before the treatment , had blended vision which has taken time to settle - it still isn't quite there and have to have reading glasses but my distant vision...
Read more »December 2010 | E11, GB
Forough A.
Not having to carry two pairs of glasses around is great. I have my vision back as the time I was young. I enjoy reading, surfing the net, watching TV without my eyes b...
Read more »December 2012 | NW1, GB
Ahmed K.
Stop me wearing reading glasses....
Read more »November 2015 | SL3, GB
David H.
Life changing so far. Additional tweak required for distance. Close work is brilliant....
Read more »November 2010 | DE7, GB
Jennifer W.
The treatment has enhanced my life in more ways that I can mention. I do not have to remember to take two (three on a sunny day) pairs of glasses every time I leave the...
Read more »November 2008 | TQ13, GB
