Top Tips for Caring for Ageing Eyes There are some things we simply can’t control as we grow older: Our declining ability to climb stairs, the fact that we can no longer party like we did in our 30s, and the inevitable sprouting of grey hairs all come to mind. While we can hide or postpone some things with the help of cosmetics, these are mostly just a natural part of the ageing process that must simply be accepted. And…
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Do Eye Health Supplements Really Work to Support Our Vision?
Do Eye Health Supplements Really Work to Support Our Vision? Health supplements may be a modern invention, but they originate from practices dating back thousands of years with the likes of the Ancient Egyptian, Greek, Chinese, Indian, and Arabic herbalists. Today, dietary supplements are marketed to consumers to improve their intake of vitamins and minerals that we usually consume in our diet. Such products are believed by many to improve various aspects of their health, including their vision and eye…
Narrowing Down Your Choice of Laser Eye Surgery Clinics
Narrowing Down Your Choice of Laser Eye Surgery Clinics With so many resources available at our fingertips, it has become increasingly easy to spend more and more time planning and researching. While this can be a good thing, it can also mean that we spend less time actually doing. This is true for many things – whether it’s buying a new house or car, going on holiday, redecorating the living room, or simply buying a new yoga mat! But, of…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery With Eyelash Extensions?
Yes, if you have eye lash extensions, you are able to have laser eye surgery at the London Vision Clinic….
How Soon Can I Swim After Laser Eye Surgery?
How Soon Can I Swim After Laser Eye Surgery? Ongoing developments in the Laser Eye Surgery field mean that recovery rates have been on the rise, and the risk of complications has been on the decline. But that doesn’t mean there won’t be any restrictions during your recovery period. You may well be advised to avoid certain activities, such as swimming, after your treatment. But how soon can you swim after Laser Eye Surgery? One of the most important things…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have A Squint?
Strabismus, more commonly referred to as a squint, is a medical condition where the eyes point in two different directions. This happens when the opposite eye is looking forward. This can result in blurred vision, a lazy eye, or double vision. Since most squints occur or develop during childhood, it is ideal to treat them before they fully develop. This is typically through the use of glasses at a younger age since many squints are caused by the eyes compensating for some other visual impairment….
What Should You Ask at Your Laser Eye Surgery Consultation?
What Should You Ask at Your Laser Eye Surgery Consultation? Laser Eye Surgery is more accessible today than it ever has been. There are a number of reasons behind this, including the introduction of new techniques, more advanced technology and, of course, a higher number of clinics. But while some adverts and marketing campaigns may make it sound like Laser Eye Surgery is an option for all, the reality is that nothing is for everyone. Okay, at a well-equipped clinic…
When is the Best Time to Have Laser Eye Surgery?
When is the Best Time to Have Laser Eye Surgery? From choosing the right clinic and surgeon to taking time away from work, there are many factors to consider when planning to undergo an elective procedure like Laser Eye Surgery. But is there a time of the year that is considered the “best time to have Laser Eye Surgery”? The 18th-century English theologian John Trusler once said, there’s ‘no time like the present, a thousand unforeseen circumstances may interrupt you…
What Happens if I Move My Eyes or Blink During Laser Eye Surgery? [VIDEO]
What Happens if I Move My Eyes or Blink During Laser Eye Surgery? Modern developments have helped to make Laser Eye Surgery safer, and more effective than ever before. Modern techniques have built on the practices of traditional refractive surgery to offer patients a surprisingly comfortable and speedy procedure. But it’s only natural to have some niggling worries when heading into the treatment room (and before!). In the early days of refractive surgery, it was common for patients to look…
How Long Do Laser Eye Surgery Results Last?
How Long Do Laser Eye Surgery Results Last? As one of the leading Laser Eye Surgery clinics in the country – and the world – we receive our fair share of queries concerning this life-changing procedure. But perhaps one of the most common questions we hear from our prospective patients is this: “How long do Laser Eye Surgery results last?”. After all, considering the procedure can be performed in a matter of minutes, it might be easy to assume the…
