IntraLase is the terminology given to one of the laser machines, which is used to create a flap in the cornea. The technology group that it falls under is called a femtosecond laser. There are approximately six different types of femtosecond lasers in the world today, of which IntraLase is one of them. The way these lasers work is that instead of making a cut in the eye to create the flap is that they create a bubble there at a programmed depth within the cornea. …
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Can any laser eye surgeon guarantee 20/20 vision? [VIDEO]
Can Any Laser Eye Surgeon Guarantee 20/20 Vision? When you think of good vision, the chances are a couple of numbers will pop into your head. Have you guessed which numbers we’re talking about? You have no doubt heard a friend, family member, or simply someone off the telly brag about their 20/20 vision, right? But, while many of us have heard of these numbers, we may not all know what ’20/20′ actually means? 20/20 vision has become the renowned…
[VIDEO] Would you try Laser Eye Surgery?
Would you try Laser Eye Surgery? [VIDEO] There are countless things that would all jump at the chance of doing were we given the opportunity. From visiting Machu Picchu or the Taj Mahal to swimming with dolphins or even skydiving. But what about Laser Eye Surgery? We confess. It isn’t the most glamorous bucket list item but, just think: none of the other once-in-a-lifetime experiences we have mentioned would be half as good with blurry vision. So, we ask again:…
Expert Ophthalmologist Trusts London Vision Clinic with Presbyopia Treatment
Expert Ophthalmologist Trusts London Vision Clinic with Presbyopia Treatment Every patient wants to know that they are getting the best possible care – especially when it comes to something as important as our vision. Individuals who know better than most how important it is to take extra care with your eyes are those who work in the industry themselves. So, when an expert ophthalmologist needs vision treatment, where do they go? Well, if you ask Ugo Di Sanctis – vision…
Jess Goddard Rows Across the Atlantic Just Six Weeks After Laser Eye Surgery [VIDEO]
Jess Goddard Rows Across the Atlantic Just Six Weeks After Laser Eye Surgery Each patient we see at London Vision Clinic has their own reasons for seeking vision correction. For all of our patients, though, Laser Eye Surgery is chosen to simply make their life easier. This can be as simple as never again having to worry about misplacing your glasses, cleaning contact lenses, or squinting at books and menus. For some, however, there are more specific reasons for choosing…
Choosing a Clinic: Harley Street vs High Street
Choosing a Clinic: Harley Street vs High Street Laser Eye Surgery is now more popular than ever before – in fact, it is now the most popular elective procedure in the world. This popularity has seen the number of high street providers in the UK skyrocket over the last two decades. This rise could be considered a good thing; it has meant more access, lower prices, and more options to choose from. On the other hand, it should be noted…
Does it really take 10,000 operations to be an expert?
Does it really take 10,000 operations to be an expert? Every industry is full to the brim of people that call themselves ‘experts’. To the everyday novice, it is often difficult to tell what measure makes a person an expert in any given field. In the space of self-mastery and professional development, there has long been an idea circulated about what this measure is – what it takes to become an official, bonified expert: a 1993 paper by Dr Anders…
London Vision Clinic: The Top 5 Coffee Stops Near Us
The Top 5 Coffee Stops Near Us You would be forgiven for thinking that tea is Britain’s favourite drink. I mean, who doesn’t love a nice comforting cuppa? More than this, we Brits have been made famous for our tea industry and appetite for centuries. And yet, it seems that the majority of us today actually prefer coffee. In fact, in recent years, we have been drinking a whopping 2 billion cups of the stuff – compared to a measly…
Why London Is The Best Place In The World For Laser Eye Surgery
Why London is the Best Place in the World for Laser Eye Surgery When it comes to refractive surgery, you want to know that the services and outcomes you are getting are the best. As a global city, London is well-known as a leader in finance, industry, and medicine; and so, it shouldn’t be surprising to hear that it is also one of the best places in the world for Laser Eye Surgery. Luckily, the city’s extensive global and local…
At the Forefront of Refractive Surgery
At the Forefront of Refractive Surgery The Forefront of Refractive Surgery presented by the London Vision Clinic focuses on the two most advanced and pioneering procedures in refractive surgery at the moment; SMILE and PRESBYOND (PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision). It is a three day course including lectures, practical workshops, group workshops, and a wet lab. In addition to this, London Vision Clinic are also publishing a book on SMILE (The Surgeon’s Guide to SMILE), which will be available in 2018…
