How Ageing Affects Your Eyes (And How Laser Eye Surgery Can Help) There comes a certain point in our lives when all the years behind us seem to suddenly catch up with us – at least on a physical level. Our knees become increasingly stubborn, our hair begins to exhibit never-before-seen shades of grey, and (perhaps most devastatingly) our eyes start to fail us. But how exactly does ageing affect the eyes – and how could Laser Eye Surgery help?…
Tag: Presbyopia
Lens Types: What are Varifocals?
Lens Types: What are Varifocals? If you’ve spent most of your life living with a refractive error, you have probably grown used to the various problems that come with wearing glasses or the daily irritation of your contact lens regime. But as you get older, you may also begin to notice that your reading vision is not what it once was. This might leave you switching between different pairs of glasses, wearing reading glasses over your contact lenses, or just…
Lens Types: What are Bifocals?
Lens Types: What are Bifocals? So, you’ve worn glasses or contact lenses to correct your refractive error for years, but now, as you get older, you’ve begun to notice a deterioration in your reading vision. Maybe you’re switching between your regular prescription glasses and some cheap readers from the supermarket, or maybe you’re wearing the readers over the top of your lenses. One thing is certain though – you’re getting tired of switching between visual aids. Enter the bifocal lens….
How Does Laser Eye Surgery for Reading Vision Differ from Conventional Treatment? [VIDEO]
Here at the London Vision Clinic we are very fortunate to be able to offer patients who have become presbyopic, patients whose reading has drifted out due to age-related process, the benefit of restoring their reading in conjunction to maintaining their distance vision. We do this using specific profiles. …
Common Questions About Laser Eye Surgery and Suitability
Common Questions About Laser Eye Surgery and Suitability Laser Eye Surgery has come a long way over the years, with surgeons – with the help of cutting-edge technology – now able to treat more patients and higher prescriptions than ever before. But it is still important to be aware of any factors that may affect your suitability for Laser Eye Surgery treatment. In this article, we’re taking a look at some of the most common questions about Laser Eye Surgery…
Guide to Contact Lenses, Glasses, and Laser Eye Surgery
Guide to Contact Lenses, Glasses, and Laser Eye Surgery Updated for 2024 You might think that the choice between contact lenses, glasses, and Laser Eye Surgery is pretty straightforward. But your opinion can vary based on a wide range of factors. Depending on who you ask, the news articles you read, and even your stage in life, your opinions on Laser Eye Surgery and how it compares with glasses and contact lenses can vary significantly. So, here at London Vision…
How Do Laser Eye Surgery Results Compare to Glasses?
Is laser eye surgery better than glasses? How does the vision compare. Read about the limitations and benefits of both vision correction technologies in this post….
Are You Feeling Conscious About Your Reading Glasses?
Are You Feeling Conscious About Your Reading Glasses? The average person has a lot to contend with as they get older; most of us will gain weight, tackle greying hair (if it doesn’t fall out), and develop wrinkles around our eyes, on our foreheads and, well, everywhere really. While some may embrace these changes with “grace”, many more of us will likely turn to the latest fads and solutions, from hair dye to skin creams, to satisfy our vanity. But…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have A Retinal Hole or Tear?
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have A Retinal Hole or Tear? In the past, Laser Eye Surgery treatment has been limited by technology, the severity of prescriptions, and the presence of other conditions and contraindications. Even today, up to 20% of patients may be turned away from some clinics after being found unsuitable for treatment. But this isn’t necessarily the case. The truth is, with the right expertise and experience, it is possible to treat up to…
What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration? The eye is an incredibly complex organ with over 2 million components, all of which are essential to one of our most valuable functions – our vision. But with so many moving parts, our eyes are susceptible to a wide range of problems, from common refractive errors to serious diseases. One condition that can cause significant impairment to our vision is age-related macular degeneration. A Common Cause of Vision Loss Macular degeneration affects the central…
