What is Wavefront-Guided LASIK? If you’ve been considering having Laser Eye Surgery to correct your refractive error, you may have set out to do some research on the topic. If this is the case, it is likely that you have come across more jargon than your sanity can deal with – and one of the unfamiliar words that you might now be wondering about is ‘wavefront’. So, what is wavefront and what does it have to do with Laser Eye…
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Laser Eye Surgery Treatments: What Is LASIK? [VIDEO]
LASIK stands for laser in situ keratomileusis and the concept was to basically make a shaving, a very thin shaving of the front part of the cornea, altering refractive properties and therefore enhancing vision. Learn more about how it works here……
How Does Smoking Harm Your Eye Health?
How Does Smoking Harm Your Eye Health? In recent years, we have all become astoundingly familiar with the risks and harms associated with smoking. Once smoke-filled bars and restaurants have become places in which we can breathe freely, smoking is no longer permitted on planes (as we are constantly reminded), and anyone still looking to purchase tobacco or cigarettes must do so at the risk of being faced with gruesome and unsettling images. But while we may be all too…
Do Laser Eye Surgery Results Differ Between Prescriptions? [VIDEO]
In general, results (the term used in refractive surgery is “efficacy”) decrease as prescriptions increase. Our experience at London Vision Clinic, while not as dramatic as the norm, mirrors this general trend. Therefore, when reviewing results, it is important to have these results reflect what vision patients achieve for specific prescriptions (as opposed to overall results across all prescriptions which are less relevant and are in fact often biased towards lower prescriptions). In this video, Mr. Carp explains our approach to higher prescriptions and why the high profile treatment is necessary for some of our patients……
Are There More Risks Associated With Higher Prescriptions? [VIDEO]
Yes. The two areas where higher risks are associated with higher prescriptions are night vision disturbances (halos and starbursts) and corneal haze. In this video post, Mr. Glenn Carp explains the risks associated with higher prescription treatment, and how the London Vision Clinic works to mitigate these risks….
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have A Retinal Hole or Tear?
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have A Retinal Hole or Tear? In the past, Laser Eye Surgery treatment has been limited by technology, the severity of prescriptions, and the presence of other conditions and contraindications. Even today, up to 20% of patients may be turned away from some clinics after being found unsuitable for treatment. But this isn’t necessarily the case. The truth is, with the right expertise and experience, it is possible to treat up to…
Time for New Sunglasses? Make Sure They Really Protect Your Eyes
Time for New Sunglasses? Make Sure They Really Protect Your Eyes Every year, when summer rolls around once again, most of us have one simple wish in the back of our minds: Let there be sun! Whether we’re jetting off on holiday or simply hoping to make the most of the weather at home. No matter where we’re getting our solar fix from, though, we are always careful to take along our sun cream, hats, and sunglasses. But how can…
What Keeps the Corneal Flap in Position After LASIK Surgery? [VIDEO]
Straight after the laser eye surgery the flap is returned to its original position and it is held in place by an osmotic gradient force, so in theory the flap can still be adjusted using, for example, soft little micro-sponge to correct for any small positioning errors but it is very difficult already to move the flap around. …
Can You Get Cataracts After Cataract Surgery?
Can You Get Cataracts After Cataract Surgery? Becoming aware of a cataract in your eye (or eyes) is understandably not a very pleasant revelation. Your vision has likely already become impaired and you may find that you have difficulty performing everyday tasks such as reading and driving. Yet, the prospect of having surgery on your eyes can also be just as daunting. So, you would like to be certain that you’ll only need treatment once, right? No one wants to…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I have Keratoconus? [VIDEO]
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I have Keratoconus? While Laser Eye Surgery technology and expertise have advanced significantly, there are still some cases in which the treatment is not an option. At London Vision Clinic, it has become increasingly rare that we have to turn people away for Laser Eye Surgery; however, some conditions are simply outside the control of even the most experienced surgeons and the most advanced tools. In this article, we’re taking a look at…
