Laser Eye Surgery News

London Vision Clinic: Home to the Best Lasers in the World

London Vision Clinic: Home to the Best Lasers in the World Every one of our dedicated and knowledgeable staff at the London Vision Clinic is passionate about delivering the best possible service and treatment to our patients. It is this goal that has driven many of our achievements, both collectively, and as individuals. But perhaps our biggest contribution comes from our surgeons and their work towards continuously improving laser technology within the Laser Eye Surgery field. It is no secret…

Glasses or Contact Lenses: What’s My Best Option?

Glasses or Contact Lenses: What’s My Best Option? We humans have been making efforts to combat refractive errors for hundreds – and perhaps thousands – of years. From ancient magnifying stones to early spectacles and later, contact lenses. And to this day, glasses and contact lenses are still used by hundreds of millions of people around the world. But which solution is the best – and is there a better option? Effective Solutions to Common Refractive Errors Both glasses and…

How Our “Squeamish” Patient Overcame Her Fear of Laser Eye Surgery

London Vision Clinic patient Emma from Oxfordshire is “eye phobic”… Dr Dan described her as being “SUPER, SUPER, SUPER squeamish” and Emma agrees with him.

“I cannot bear the thought of touching my eyes myself … let alone allowing anyone else to get close to them”, she told me.

So, of course, wearing contact lenses was completely out of the question and the prospect of laser eye surgery was very frightening indeed.

Can I Speak to Someone Who Has Had Laser Eye Surgery?

Making Up Your Mind: Can I Speak to Someone Who Has Had Laser Eye Surgery? With the rise of capitalism, advertisements and the spin of pushy salespeople have been significant influencers in our decision to buy certain products or use certain services. In fact, the advertising industry has become a multi-billion-pound sector in its own right. However, there is one influence that remains as strong as ever: word of mouth – that is, personal recommendations based on the experiences of…

How Do Your Eyes Recover After Laser Eye Surgery?

How Do Your Eyes Recover After Laser Eye Surgery? There are many things to consider when deciding whether to go ahead with Laser Eye Surgery. Alongside the costs involved and choosing the right clinic and surgeon, it is also important to be fully informed about what you can expect throughout your recovery. At London Vision Clinic, we’re dedicated to providing helpful resources to help you make a more informed decision regarding your treatment. So, whether you’re interested in learning more…

Makeup and Laser Eye Surgery: Everything You Need to Know

We normally ask for patients to abstain from wearing make up for a period of one week. It is the big three that are important; the eyeliner, the eye shadow and of course the mascara. Normal face make-up, for example lipstick, is fine to use a day or two after the treatment. It is only really the make that is applied in and around the eyes that needs to be avoided for the first week….

Why Are So Many People Afraid of Laser Eye Surgery?

Why Are So Many People Afraid of Laser Eye Surgery? Most people, if you were to ask them, would jump at the chance to have their vision corrected and their need for glasses and contact lenses eliminated. But if you were to ask those same people if they would consider Laser Eye Surgery, you would likely have fewer people biting your hand off. Why? Well, the resounding answer to this is usually: fear. In fact, many people dismiss Laser Eye…

What Should I Do to Prepare for Laser Eye Surgery?

What Should I Do to Prepare for Laser Eye Surgery? So, you’ve decided to go ahead with Laser Eye Surgery. You’ve likely spent hours researching and looking for the right clinic and surgeon to suit your needs, and now you’re ready to embark on your journey to better vision. As you do so, you’ll probably want to make sure you’re as prepared as possible. But what, if anything, will you need to do in preparation for this life-changing procedure? We’re…

The Snellen Chart: Understanding a Common Eye Test

The Snellen Chart: Understanding a Common Eye Test The words “test” and “exam” are often enough to make people shudder. You might be transported back to beige classrooms and sports halls with the sound of the clock noting the passage of time with its tick-ticking as grumpy invigilators shuffle between row after row of miserable students… A chilling memory indeed. Perhaps these connotations are enough to put us off tests, even as adults – even those that aren’t testing our…

Professor Dan Reinstein: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Professor Dan Reinstein: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants Over his career, Professor Dan Reinstein has become one of the most well-known and well-respected Laser Eye Surgeons in the game. From helping to develop some of the most cutting-edge Laser Eye Surgery technology and techniques to founding one of the UK’s best Laser Eye Surgery clinics, Professor Dan has been an extremely influential figure in the field—but he is always quick to remember those who came before him. A Mentor…