Am I a good candidate for LASIK based on my refractive error? LASIK is the most commonly performed Laser Eye Surgery procedure in the UK – and has been since the late 1980s. Having such a long history (relative to Laser Eye Surgery) means that most patients eligible for Laser Eye Surgery are suitable for LASIK; however, there are exceptions. In this article, we will briefly explain the difference between LASIK and other Laser Eye Surgery procedures (PRK/LASEK and ReLEx…
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What happens if I move my eyes during Laser Eye Surgery? [VIDEO]
What happens if I move my eyes during Laser Eye Surgery? These days, Eye Surgery is extremely modern, fast, and straightforward. But this wasn’t always the case. We can only imagine what used to go through patients’ minds in the early days of refractive surgery… Looking up to see a sharp, bladed instrument that is soon going to be making contact with your eye… “Don’t worry,” the surgeon smiles, “I’ve done this a thousand times – everything will be fine.”…
Potential side effects of LASIK Laser Eye Surgery
Potential side effects of LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Side effects are widely viewed with trepidation; for example, nobody wants an unwanted side effect like amnesia. Heck, even the slightest negative effect from something that’s intended to improve your quality of life is extremely unwelcome. Unfortunately, many medications and surgeries come with a long list of possible side effects. I don’t know about you, but any time I’m going to try something new—no matter whether it’s surgery or a different brand of…
How technically complex is LASIK Laser Eye Surgery
How technically complex is LASIK Laser Eye Surgery It only makes sense that an organ as complex as the human eye should need a technically complex procedure to alter it. The eye is made up of an incredibly precise arrangement of components. If just one of these components is not precisely the right shape, or in precisely the right position, then things start to go wrong. The major issue seen in common refractive errors is that the eye fails to…
How should I prepare for LASIK Laser Eye Surgery?
How should I prepare for LASIK Laser Eye Surgery? You’ve done your background research, found a great clinic, confirmed you’re eligible for treatment, and now you’re well on your way to a life of greater vision. At this stage, many practical questions start to crop up—everything from the length of the treatment and what clothes you should wear, to how you should get home from the clinic and how long you need to take off work. It’s also natural to…
What To Expect Before, During, And After LASIK
LASIK is one form of corrective laser eye surgery. The procedure involves cutting a small flap of the cornea and laying it to the side in order to remove a small amount of the cornea with a laser. The flap is then set back in place and begins to immediately repair itself. …
