Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have Ptosis? Thanks to major advancements in Laser Eye Surgery technology and techniques in recent years, this life-changing procedure is now available to more people than ever before. But there are some cases in which Laser Eye Surgery may not be an option. For example, can you have Laser Eye Surgery if you have ptosis? In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know. What is Ptosis? Ptosis, also called…
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Why Staying Hydrated is Important for Eye Health
Why Staying Hydrated is Important for Eye Health In the UK, we are lucky enough to have access to water almost everywhere we go – it is, quite literally, on tap. Moreover, water takes up nearly three-quarters of the earth’s surface, floats around in the air in the form of vapour, and is even stored beneath the land under our feet. Yet, many of us are still not putting enough of it in our bodies. This can have a significant…
How Young is Too Young for Laser Eye Surgery?
As well as all the obvious advantages, having laser eye surgery also makes economic sense. Considering that the procedure will eventually pay for itself by avoiding a lifetime of opticians’ bills, the cost of contact lenses and solutions, as well as glasses and stylish frames, the biggest financial savings are to be made by those who have LASIK when they are young……
Your Eyes: Separating the Facts and the Fiction
The World Health Organisation states that 80% of the world’s blindness and serious visual impairment is preventable. There are certainly many myths and home-remedies about how to do just that. In fact, everybody has an idea about what is good or bad for your eyes but what is the truth behind it all? Here are some of the best-loved eye-related claims and the truth on the matter….
Is Laser Eye Surgery Available Through the NHS?
Is Laser Eye Surgery Available Through the NHS? The National Health Service (NHS) has long been a uniting fixture of the British people. Founded in the wake of the Second World War in 1948, the NHS has saved the lives of countless people and provided much-needed universal care for decades. But there are some areas that the NHS can’t cover – at least not in all cases. It is estimated that there are over 1.6 million interactions between patients and…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery When I Have Conjunctivitis?
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery When I Have Conjunctivitis? If you have been planning on having Laser Eye Surgery but have recently found that you have conjunctivitis, you may be wondering if you can still go ahead with your treatment. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know, from the causes and treatments for conjunctivitis to how this common ailment can affect your suitability for Laser Eye Surgery. What is Conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis, also known as red or…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have Ulcers in My Eye?
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have Ulcers in My Eye? If you are considering Laser Eye Surgery but have corneal ulcers (keratitis), you may be concerned that you will be unable to go ahead with your treatment. In this article, we cover everything you need to know about corneal ulcers and how they could impact your suitability for Laser Eye Surgery. What is Keratitis? Corneal ulcers – also known as ulcerative keratitis or simply keratitis – refers…
The True Price of Cheap Laser Eye Surgery
The True Price of Cheap Laser Eye Surgery Let’s face it, we all love a bargain. Whether it’s a great deal on a package holiday or a buy-one-get-one-free offer on our favourite grocery product; however, when it comes to something as important as our health, should we really be offering to compromise treatment for the sake of a cheap deal? Moreover, how many times have you thought you were savvy by opting for the cheaper version of a product, only…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Am Pregnant Or Breastfeeding? [VIDEO]
Pregnancy or breast-feeding is essentially a relative contraindication to laser eye surgery and there are number of reasons for this….
What Is Anterior Blepharitis?
Anterior blepharitis is an inflammation which affects the outside of the eyelids, close to the eyelashes. There are two varieties of this surprisingly common condition: Staphylococcal anterior blepharitis and Seborrhoeic blepharitis….
