Is Cataract Surgery a Minor Procedure?

Is Cataract Surgery a Minor Procedure? Cataract Surgery has become one of the most commonly performed procedures worldwide, thanks to its high success rate and safety. Furthermore, as the only solution to the development of cataracts, it is essential to millions of people every year. But despite its now routine nature, is Cataract Surgery considered a minor procedure? First and foremost, it’s important to state that no minor or major surgery should be taken lightly. There are always risks associated…

What Should I Do if I Experience Post-Operative Symptoms?

What Should I Do if I Experience Any Post-Operative Symptoms? When preparing to have Laser Eye Surgery, it can be easy to get hung up on the nerves and anticipation about the procedure itself and forget about the longest part of the process – your recovery. As the day of your surgery approaches, however, you may start to wonder about less immediate things. For example – what should you do if you experience any post-operative symptoms? Laser Eye Surgery can…

Should I Make Any Lifestyle Changes For Laser Eye Surgery?

Should I Make Any Lifestyle Changes For Laser Eye Surgery? When first considering your options for Laser Eye Surgery, your initial questions probably relate to your suitability and the treatment itself. But soon enough you will likely begin to think about the broader implications of surgery. For example, will you have to make any lifestyle changes? In the case of other kinds of surgery, you can expect to make significant changes to your lifestyle both before and after the procedure….

The Laser Eye Surgery Recovery Process and What to Expect

How Long is the Recovery Process, and What Should I Expect? Like any kind of surgical procedure, Laser Eye Surgery can instil fear in any prospective patient. But this is largely a fear of the unknown – a fear accompanied by an abundance of questions and concerns, from “Does Laser Eye Surgery hurt?” to “How long is the recovery process?”. The good news is, here at London Vision Clinic, there is always a friendly professional on hand to answer these…

Common Questions: Is it Painful After Cataract Surgery?

Is it Painful After Cataract Surgery? Our eyes are extraordinary organs. Not only do they allow us to see the world around us, but they do so with the help of literally millions of individual parts. In fact, the human eye is among the most complex organs in the natural world. Of course, this endlessly impressive organ also happens to be pretty sensitive. So, when the prospect of undergoing surgery on your eyes emerges, it is more than understandable that…

What are the Common Side Effects of Laser Eye Surgery?

What are the Common Side Effects of Laser Eye Surgery? Since the conception of Laser Eye Surgery almost four decades ago, countless developments and innovations have helped to make the procedure less invasive and more effective. Patients today experience shorter recovery times and are able to receive treatment for much higher prescriptions than in the past. But those aren’t the only selling point of Laser Eye Surgery. Despite dealing with an incredibly complex organ – our eyes – the procedure…

What causes halos after LASIK? [VIDEO]

What Causes Halos After LASIK? The appearance of halos is one of the most common side effects associated with Laser Eye surgery treatment. No, that doesn’t mean you will be walking around with a glowing ring floating above your head as soon as you leave the treatment room. We’re talking about another kind of halo. Visual halos are a form of glare that can temporarily affect vision after undergoing refractive surgery. They occur mainly at night and in low light conditions –…

When Can I Drive After Laser Eye Surgery Treatment? [VIDEO]

When Can I Drive After Laser Eye Surgery Treatment? [VIDEO] When having any kind of surgery, it is only natural to consider the aftermath. How long until you are able to get back to your normal routine? Well, let’s take a look at some examples. After having your gall bladder removed, you’ll be looking at around two weeks before you can get back to your everyday life. For knee surgery, I’m afraid it’s more like six weeks. And a hip…

Complete Guide to Recovery & Post-Operative Care after Laser Eye Surgery

Guide to Recovery & Post-Operative Care after Laser Eye Surgery Updated for 2023 You would be forgiven for asking what clever trick of evolution decided to place two of our most sensitive organs in one of the most vulnerable areas. I mean, few things are held more dear to us than our sight.  But, in all fairness, there is very good reason for eyes to be so exposed. After all, we need to be constantly receiving and processing visual data…

The Dos and Don’ts Of Wearing Make Up Before & After Laser Eye Surgery

The Do’s and Don’ts Of Wearing Make-Up Before & After Laser Eye Surgery Our surgeons get asked a lot of questions about Laser Eye Surgery – one of the most common, though, is, “When can I wear makeup again?” Far from being a vain or unimportant question that many may take it for, this is actually a great question that is crucial to both the safety and ease of your recovery. While Laser Eye Surgery is now the most commonly…