Everyone has different factors driving the decision on Lasik Eye Surgery. For some the cost and slight risk is not worth the investment. For others however, the surgery pays off a million times in the improvement of quality of life, boost to self esteem, convenience, cost and effort of maintaining glasses or contact lenses wear. Read more to help weight up the pros and cons in this highly personal decision….
Category: Your Eyes
How Long Can Cataract Surgery Be Postponed?
How Long Can Cataract Surgery Be Postponed? The development of cataracts is a completely natural part of the eye’s ageing process – but that is usually of little consolation to those living with these cloudy obstructions. In many cases, patients with cataracts are eager to get rid of them for good; however, for some, postponing surgery may seem like a more appealing option. Whether this is down to nerves about the procedure, worries about the recovery period, or any other…
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……
Managing Pain and Discomfort After Laser Eye Surgery [VIDEO]
Most patients after the treatment will experience a little bit of discomfort for the first two to three hours. Patients traditionally will experience either a small gritty sensation almost like there is an eyelash in the eye or alternatively it is sometimes as though they have been chopping onions. …
Can You Drive After Cataract Surgery?
Can You Drive After Cataract Surgery? The development of cataracts in your eyes can affect your life in a number of ways. Most obviously, cataracts can significantly impair your vision, making it increasingly difficult to perform everyday tasks. But it’s easy to forget how much these things can affect your independence – after all, our vision is something we take for granted for everything from reading to driving. Many patients are, therefore, eager to learn when they can return to…
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. …
