Why Should You Get Laser Eye Surgery Over 40? There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to Laser Eye Surgery. From prospective patients being terrified of pain during the procedure, to the supposed limits of the treatment. For example, many people believe that once you reach middle age and inevitably begin to need reading glasses, your window for getting the most out of Laser Eye Surgery has passed. You might have heard that Laser Eye Surgery cannot counteract…
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Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have Low Blood Pressure?
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have Low Blood Pressure? In recent years, continued development in the Laser Eye Surgery field has meant that more people than ever before are now eligible for this life-changing treatment. Unfortunately, there remain some cases in which Laser Eye Surgery won’t be an option. But will having low blood pressure affect your suitability for Laser Eye Surgery? Let’s find out! What is Low Blood Pressure? Low blood pressure – also known as…
How Do I Decide if Laser Eye Surgery is Right for Me?
How Do I Decide if Laser Eye Surgery is Right for Me? Like many things in life, Laser Eye Surgery is a serious investment that can drastically improve your lifestyle. In many ways, it is like the Italian sports car of the vision correction world, blowing glasses and contact lenses out of the water just like a Ferrari would Corsa! It’s a larger investment, and you have to go somewhere special to get it, but when you do, it offers…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery When I Have Conjunctivitis?
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery When I Have Conjunctivitis? If you have been planning on having Laser Eye Surgery but have recently found that you have conjunctivitis, you may be wondering if you can still go ahead with your treatment. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know, from the causes and treatments for conjunctivitis to how this common ailment can affect your suitability for Laser Eye Surgery. What is Conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis, also known as red or…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have Ulcers in My Eye?
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery if I Have Ulcers in My Eye? If you are considering Laser Eye Surgery but have corneal ulcers (keratitis), you may be concerned that you will be unable to go ahead with your treatment. In this article, we cover everything you need to know about corneal ulcers and how they could impact your suitability for Laser Eye Surgery. What is Keratitis? Corneal ulcers – also known as ulcerative keratitis or simply keratitis – refers…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Am Pregnant Or Breastfeeding? [VIDEO]
Pregnancy or breast-feeding is essentially a relative contraindication to laser eye surgery and there are number of reasons for this….
What are the Suitability Differences Between LASIK, LASEK/PRK and SMILE?
The vast majority of patients undergoing laser eye surgery worldwide are suitable for LASIK. Roughly, 10% of patients have LASEK or PRK. The main consideration when recommending LASEK or PRK over LASIK is corneal thickness. Secondary considerations include the patient’s pre-operative prescription. In this video, Mr Carp provides a thorough explanation as to when he would recommend one treatment over the other…
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Common Questions About Laser Eye Surgery and Suitability
Common Questions About Laser Eye Surgery and Suitability Laser Eye Surgery has come a long way over the years, with surgeons – with the help of cutting-edge technology – now able to treat more patients and higher prescriptions than ever before. But it is still important to be aware of any factors that may affect your suitability for Laser Eye Surgery treatment. In this article, we’re taking a look at some of the most common questions about Laser Eye Surgery…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus? [VIDEO]
The patients who have underlying systemic lupus erythematosus may be candidates for laser eye surgery. SLE, as it is known, is an inflammatory condition of the body….
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have a Collagen Vascular Disease? [VIDEO]
Collagen vascular diseases may not preclude a patient from having laser eye surgery. If a patient’s inflammatory basis for the collagen vascular disease is out of control it may mean that we are not able to provide treatment at that present time but we work very closely with the patient’s GP and if necessary an ocular inflammatory expert to ascertain the patient’s suitability for treatment….
