Guide to Recovery & Post-Operative Care after Laser Eye Surgery Updated for 2025 It can be easy to take our eyes and our vision for granted – especially for those who were lucky enough to be born without a refractive error. However, even those of us who have had our fair share of lost or broken glasses and tantrums with fiddly contact lenses, often overlook the incredible complexity of our eyes. Yet, every now and then, something might occur –…
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Guide to Dry Eyes and Laser Eye Surgery [VIDEO]
Quick Guide to Dry Eyes and Laser Eye Surgery Updated for 2025 Our eyes are one of the most complex organs in the human body, second only to the brain. The human optical system is made up of millions of working parts that, when healthy, provide us with an invaluable picture of the world around us. But with so many components, there are also many opportunities for something to go wrong. Humans have several biological defences designed to protect our…
Will My Vision Fluctuate After Laser Eye Surgery?
Will My Vision Fluctuate After Laser Eye Surgery? Laser Eye Surgery is one of the world’s safest and most commonly performed procedures. Tens of millions of people are now enjoying the results of their laser-corrected vision. In fact, in the UK alone, an estimated 15,000 people have Laser Eye Surgery every year! Compared with other surgical procedures, Laser Eye Surgery is minimally invasive, has fast recovery times, and requires little time in the clinic. But that isn’t to say there…
What are the Causes and Solutions to Dry Eyes?
Iphones, laptops, and colossal digital screens dominate our everyday lives forcing us to move away from paper products and focus on going digital. With the emergence of new technology over the past several years, one has to wonder will this affect vision and increase the prevalence of glasses. The real question is: Will the advance of more and more technological products have a negative effect on our vision?…
The Laser Eye Surgery Recovery Process and What to Expect
How Long is the Recovery Process, and What Should I Expect? Like any kind of surgical procedure, Laser Eye Surgery can instil fear in any prospective patient. But this is largely a fear of the unknown – a fear accompanied by an abundance of questions and concerns, from “Does Laser Eye Surgery hurt?” to “How long is the recovery process?”. The good news is, here at London Vision Clinic, there is always a friendly professional on hand to answer these…
What are the Common Side Effects of Laser Eye Surgery?
What are the Common Side Effects of Laser Eye Surgery? Since the conception of Laser Eye Surgery almost four decades ago, countless developments and innovations have helped to make the procedure less invasive and more effective. Patients today experience shorter recovery times and are able to receive treatment for much higher prescriptions than in the past. But those aren’t the only selling point of Laser Eye Surgery. Despite dealing with an incredibly complex organ – our eyes – the procedure…
Understanding the Safety and Risks of Laser Eye Surgery
Understanding the Safety and Risks of Laser Eye Surgery Laser Eye Surgery can be a daunting prospect. Let’s face it, opting for elective surgery on one of our most valuable and important assets – our eyes – is a decision that requires a lot of thought, research, and preparation. But, the abundance of misinformation and tabloid-style scare stories spread around on the internet can make it difficult to truly understand the safety and risks of Laser Eye Surgery. Let’s start…
Common Misconceptions about Laser Eye Surgery
Common Misconceptions about Laser Eye Surgery Laser Eye surgery is now one of the most commonly performed elective procedures in the world, with millions of people now benefitting from the ongoing innovation of treatment. Yet, misinformation and misconceptions regarding this life-saving treatment persist. We’re getting to the bottom of some of the most common misconceptions about Laser Eye Surgery and setting the record straight. So, let’s take a look… ‘Complications in Laser Eye Surgery are common and serious’ While it…
Can I Go Blind After Laser Eye Surgery? [VIDEO]
A big question, can I go blind after laser eye surgery? The answer to that, (in theory) is yes. There have been reported cases around the world where people have lost extensive vision after laser eye surgery. These cases are extremely rare. It would take a series of events to happen, very unfortunate events, to leave the person in a predicament where they lost all their vision….
Dos and don’ts of post op care
The Dos and Don’ts of Post Operative Care Having Laser Eye Surgery can be a daunting prospect – especially given all the uncertainties that present themselves when you first make your decision. But fear not. Here at London Vision Clinic, our experienced and knowledgeable surgeons and clinic coordinators will be on hand to help from start to finish – from pre- to post-operative care. So, with that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the dos and don’ts…
