The Curse of Ageing Eyes: What is Presbyopia? Throughout our lives, we have all probably noticed vision loss in other people. It may have first been apparent in your grandparents as they squinted at the menus at family gatherings, or later with your parents as they suddenly acquire reading glasses that they never needed before. Yet, many of us don’t give the effects of ageing on our eyes much thought until we begin to notice the changes ourselves. In the…
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PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision: A Unique Treatment for Presbyopia
In this video, Professor Dan Reinstein of the London Vision Clinic explains PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision, and how it can be used for corrective presbyopia (ageing eyes) eye treatment….
Eye Conditions: What is Glaucoma? [VIDEO]
What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that cause damage to the optic nerve – the nerve that carries messages from the retina to the brain. Over time, this can lead to irreversible vision loss and even blindness if left untreated. Glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness in the UK, behind cataracts. It is estimated that around 2% of people over 40 in the UK are affected by primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), the most common type…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Suffer from Hay Fever?
Although most of us cannot wait to say goodbye to the dark, cold and depressingly short winter days and greet spring with a warm sigh and joyful heart, for some people the season change comes with an inconvenient and unwelcome side effect… hay fever….
Do Laser Eye Surgery Results Correlate With Costs?
Consumers find it difficult to make comparisons between laser eye surgery providers, as there is no consistent approach to pricing. Some providers have one all-inclusive price and others don’t package their services. This results in some cases is that prospective patients can be at best confused and at worst misled by laser eye surgery marketing practices. However, the key thing to note is that substantial quality differences DO exist across providers. Read more about the factors to compare when assessing pricing for laser eye surgery….
Could Laser Eye Surgery Be Better Value Than Contact Lenses?
Would you rather have an asset or a liability? When it comes to housing – the answer seems clear. When it comes to vision, however, many don’t see things as clearly. We help you compare laser eye surgery costs with the cost of wearing contact lenses, particularly taking into account actual lens costs, fitting, check ups and solution Read here to understand more of the long term costs comparison….
How Does Aftercare Differ Between LASIK and PRK/LASEK? [VIDEO]
The main difference between LASIK and PRK or LASEK is in the healing time, so the post-operative instructions differ between LASIK and PRK / LASEK. Learn more about the aftercare from London Vision Clinic here……
Factors That Could Affect the Outcomes of Cataract Surgery
Factors That Could Affect the Outcomes of Cataract Surgery Cataract Surgery is an essential procedure for the effective treatment of cataracts. In recent decades, it has become the most common surgical procedure performed in the UK and many other countries around the world. This prominence has helped to establish extremely high success rates; however, there are some factors that could affect the outcomes of Cataract Surgery. If you have been told you need surgery to remove cataracts in one or…
How Much Does Cataract Surgery Improve Vision?
How Much Does Cataract Surgery Improve Vision? While the development of cataracts is a completely normal part of the eye’s ageing process, it can have a detrimental effect on our vision. As such, Cataract Surgery is often necessary to prevent substantial vision loss and even blindness. But how much does Cataract Surgery really improve vision? What are Cataracts? Cataracts are blurry obstructions that form in the lens of the eye as we get older. They form when the proteins in…
What Pre-Operative Tests Are Performed Before Cataract Surgery?
What Pre-Operative Tests Are Performed Before Cataract Surgery? When undergoing any kind of surgical procedure, you want to feel safe in the knowledge that your surgeon knows as much as possible about your case as possible. Not only does this help to make sure the procedure goes as smoothly as possible, but it also increases the likelihood of achieving the very best outcomes. This is also true for Cataract Surgery. Prior to the day of your surgery, you will be…
