Can Laser Eye Surgery Treat Double Vision (Diplopia)?

Can Laser Eye Surgery Treat Double Vision (Diplopia)? Over the years, developments in the refractive surgery field have allowed surgeons to correct more eye problems than ever before. From myopia (short-sightedness) to presbyopia (ageing eyes), Laser Eye Surgery has helped to restore the sight of tens of millions of people around the world. But could it help with double vision? What is Double Vision? Double vision—also known as diplopia—is a fairly common problem that causes a person to see two…

Can I see my Laser Eye Surgery being performed?

Can I See My Laser Eye Surgery Being Performed? On first deciding to go ahead with Laser Eye Surgery, your mind will likely be mainly focused on what you might be able to see after the procedure. After all, that’s what this journey is all about, right? But as your treatment day approaches, you might begin to wonder what you’ll be able to see during the treatment itself. This may be one of the most common concerns that worries those awaiting…

Normal Symptoms You May Experience After Laser Eye Surgery

Normal Symptoms You May Experience After Laser Eye Surgery Preparing for any kind of surgical procedure can be stressful and even a little frightening. And when said surgical procedure involves one of our most complex organs – our eyes – your anxieties may be even more heightened. For example, many patients worry about the symptoms they may experience after Laser Eye Surgery treatment. Let’s face it, our eyes and our vision are one of our most precious assets. So, it’s…

How Exactly Does Laser Eye Surgery Work? [VIDEO]

Laser vision correction works on the principal whereby when light enters the eye, it is bent incorrectly to meet at a finite point at the retina, so by applying a laser to the surface of the eye we are able to change the shape of the surface of the eye to correspond to the refractive error that the patient has and thereby allowing the light to be properly focused, so that it reaches the actual retinal plane in a very precise manner….

What it’s like to talk to someone who has had Laser Eye Surgery?

What it’s like to talk to someone who has had Laser Eye Surgery Since its introduction almost forty years ago, Laser Eye Surgery has successfully ridden tens of millions of people of their refractive errors. Today, it is likely that most people will know someone who has had the procedure. It may be a colleague at work, a friend of a friend, or even a close family member. But for those who are still relying on pesky glasses or fiddly…

Potential Side Effects of LASIK Laser Eye Surgery

Potential Side Effects of LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Side effects – whether of a medication or a surgical procedure – are understandably viewed with trepidation. After all, no one wants to experience nausea and vomiting, blurry vision, or even amnesia! And yet, many of us are willing to overlook these risks if the medication or procedure can help to significantly improve our quality of life, whether that be getting rid of a migraine or correcting your refractive error. Thankfully, thanks…

What Happens if I Move My Eyes or Blink During Laser Eye Surgery? [VIDEO]

What Happens if I Move My Eyes or Blink During Laser Eye Surgery? Modern developments have helped to make Laser Eye Surgery safer, and more effective than ever before. Modern techniques have built on the practices of traditional refractive surgery to offer patients a surprisingly comfortable and speedy procedure. But it’s only natural to have some niggling worries when heading into the treatment room (and before!). In the early days of refractive surgery, it was common for patients to look…

Scar Tissue And Laser Eye Surgery

A not so common issue, but still one that we continually see is that of scar tissue on the eyes. Scar tissue can occur at any point in a person’s life due to a physically or traumatic incident such as a car or sports accident. Additionally, it can also be the result of certain medical conditions. This can cause distorted and blurred vision and in some cases, this can even result in discomfort. Not all conditions that result in scar tissue are applicable for corrective eye surgery. However, renovations in laser eye surgery have made it possible to operate in some cases and patients have seen major improvements.