Guide to Recovery & Post-Operative Care after Laser Eye Surgery Updated for 2024 Most of us rarely, if ever, stop and think about how incredible our eyes are. It’s easy to take our vision for granted, given that we use it every day for almost every task and job we ever perform. But it’s also easy for us to forget just how sensitive they can be. However, once a stray eyelash finds itself stuck in there, we become acutely aware…
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Guide to Dry Eyes and Laser Eye Surgery [VIDEO]
Quick Guide to Dry Eyes and Laser Eye Surgery Updated for 2024 Our eyes are among the most complex organs of the natural world. Often compared to cameras, when our eyes are working effectively, they provide us with crisp images of the world around us – images that many of us would be lost without. But our vision is far from straightforward; it requires the work of a huge number of separate components working together in harmony. With so many…
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 Alcohol and Laser Eye Surgery
Guide to Alcohol and Laser Eye Surgery Updated for 2024 Alcohol is a common feature in many of our lives, whether we enjoy a toast to celebrate important events, a glass of wine to unwind for the evening, or even the occasional eventful pub crawl. But while alcohol consumption is usually nothing to be too concerned about (when done in moderation), what are the rules when it comes to surgery? Is it safe to have a cheeky drink before or…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have Only One Good Eye? [video]
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have Only One Good Eye? Laser Eye Surgery has come a long way over the years. Not only is it more effective in the refractive errors that it can treat, but it is now suitable for more patients than ever before. In fact, at the best clinics, surgeons can treat even very high prescriptions in many patients that would once have been unsuitable for Laser Eye Surgery. But what if you have…
What Is 20/20 or 6/6 Normal Vision? [VIDEO]
What does it mean to have “normal” vision? Why are two different sets of numbers used to describe it? Mr. Carp explains, “The main concern of having 6/6 vision or 20/20 vision really comes from whether you are based in the United Kingdom or you are based in America. It is really just to do with feet and metres. 6/6 means you see at 6 metres what an average person can see at 6 metres and 20/20 is equivalent in feet, 20 feet versus 20 feet.” Read more about the way visual acuity is measured and what it means for laser eye surgery….
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….
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have Iritis? [VIDEO]
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have Iritis? Suppose you’ve been considering having Laser Eye Surgery to correct your prescription. In that case, you may well have wondered if there are any conditions or factors that could make you unsuitable for treatment. Well, the fact is, while Laser Eye Surgery has become increasingly accessible in recent years, there are some circumstances in which the procedure may not be the right choice for you. In this article, we’ll be…
Will I Receive Anaesthesia During Laser Eye Surgery Treatment? [VIDEO]
Laser eye surgery is performed using topical anaesthetic. There is no need for a general anaesthetic as the topical drops themselves are sufficient to basically completely anaesthetize the cornea and that is the area where all the treatment is being done. On top of that the patient actually needs to be awake, they need to be alert so that they can respond to the surgeon’s commands and in a sense look in the right direction toward certain target points which will facilitate their treatment and make it more reliable….
What are the Most Common Problems After Cataract Surgery?
What are the Most Common Problems After Cataract Surgery? As we get older, the likelihood of developing cataracts continuously rises, affecting not only our vision but also our quality of life. Thankfully, Cataract Surgery is a simple and effective solution that can restore your vision to its former glory. But what about the risk of complications? What are the most common problems after Cataract Surgery? Cataract Surgery has become the most commonly performed surgery in the world, with an estimated…
