Can I Fit Laser Eye Surgery around a Hectic Work Schedule? If you’ve been considering Laser Eye Surgery for a while, you have probably done some research into the procedure itself – maybe you have even started to consider which clinic would be the best option; but now that the prospect of having this life-changing treatment is becoming more of a reality, you may have gotten yourself bogged down with the logistics. For example, will you be able to fit…
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Things to Remember if You’re Nervous About Laser Eye Surgery
It isn’t uncommon for many people to feel nervous and apprehensive prior to laser eye surgery. For many people the mere thought of being awake for a medical procedure is disconcerting enough. For others it is the fear of pain….
Laser Eye Surgery FAQs: Aftercare
Laser Eye Surgery Aftercare FAQs The prospect of having Laser Eye Surgery can be daunting, to say the least. Even if you put the thought of the actual procedure to the back of your mind, it is often difficult to know what implications the treatment could truly have on your vision and wider life, particularly during your recovery period. That’s why we decided to put together this handy article, covering some of our most frequently asked questions about Laser Eye…
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…
Results After Laser Eye Surgery: Common Questions
In this post, we share some of the most common questions we hear from patients in regards to results after laser eye surgery….
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…
Common Questions About Eye Treatments
Common Questions About Eye Treatments at London Vision Clinic At London Vision Clinic, we are proud to be one of the leading Laser Eye Surgery clinics in the world – but we also offer a range of other eye treatments, from Clear Lens Exchange to Cataract Surgery. In this article, we’re answering some common questions about all of our eye treatments and linking to articles where you can find more information. What is LASIK? LASIK – an abbreviation of laser-assisted…
Laser Eye Surgery Treatments: What Is LASIK? [VIDEO]
LASIK stands for laser in situ keratomileusis and the concept was to basically make a shaving, a very thin shaving of the front part of the cornea, altering refractive properties and therefore enhancing vision. Learn more about how it works here……
Do Laser Eye Surgery Results Differ Between Prescriptions? [VIDEO]
In general, results (the term used in refractive surgery is “efficacy”) decrease as prescriptions increase. Our experience at London Vision Clinic, while not as dramatic as the norm, mirrors this general trend. Therefore, when reviewing results, it is important to have these results reflect what vision patients achieve for specific prescriptions (as opposed to overall results across all prescriptions which are less relevant and are in fact often biased towards lower prescriptions). In this video, Mr. Carp explains our approach to higher prescriptions and why the high profile treatment is necessary for some of our patients……
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…
