Laser Eye Surgery Advice Centre
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Advice Catergories
Suitability For Laser Eye Surgery
Questions About Laser Eye Surgery
Laser Eye Surgery Aftercare
Most Asked Questions
How Safe Is Laser Eye Surgery?
How Long Does It Take To Recover?
How Long Do The Results Last?
Complimentary Guide
Guide To Choosing Laser Eye Surgery In Ireland
Most Recent Laser Eye Surgery Advice Centre Articles
When Was Laser Eye Surgery Invented?
We are often asked "When was laser eye surgery invented, and who invented it?" This is an interesting question because the history may be older than you think as it dates back to the 1800s. While laser eye surgery is a modern procedure, it started out as a procedure...
How To Choose A Laser Eye Surgery Clinic
How to choose a laser eye surgery clinic is important. It is vital to put in some research to make sure you are comparing like with like for both quality of service and cost. According To Which? Magazine there are six areas to look out for when choosing laser eye...
Lasik Eye Surgery Explained
Lasik eye surgery is the name for the most common type of laser eye surgery. Simply explained, Lasik eye surgery permanently changes the shape of the cornea, which is the clear covering on the front of your eye. Most people who need the treatment have a flat, thick...
Does Laser Eye Surgery Hurt?
The most asked question we hear is "Does laser eye surgery hurt?". For almost all patients the answer is, "No". This is because anaesthetic drops are applied to the eye before the procedure and this has a numbing effect to ensure you feel no pain. Some patients report...
How Long Does Laser Eye Surgery Last?
Patients want to know how long does laser eye surgery last, which is understandable because it is an expensive treatment. The good news is that the benefits of laser eye surgery are generally permanent. In a small percentage of cases, retreatment or enhancement may be...
How long does it take to recover from laser eye surgery?
Patients considering a corrective procedure commonly ask how long does it take to recover from laser eye surgery? The answers we give relate to (a) immediately after the surgery, and (b) over the following couple of days. Immediately after a laser eye procedure...
Comparison Of Laser Eye Surgery Costs In Ireland
As an independent journalist, I was asked to conduct a research project in order to make a comparison of laser eye surgery costs in Ireland. What I discovered was a wide gap in what clinics charge and how they price their service. What follows is what I believe to be...
Are You Suitable for Laser Eye Surgery?
How do you answer the question "Are you suitable for laser eye surgery?" The general answer is that if you are over 18, have an otherwise healthy eye, with good general health and your eye prescription has more or less been the same for about 2 years then you are most...
Laser Eye Surgery Aftercare And Recovery
We believe that laser eye surgery aftercare and recovery following your surgery is just as important as the procedure itself and is all included in our pricing. Laser Eye Surgery Aftercare To ensure you get the best results you will be given a tailored aftercare plan...
How Long Does Laser Eye Surgery Take?
Patients considering a corrective procedure commonly ask, ‘how long does laser eye surgery take?’ The short answer is that the laser eye surgery itself is an extremely quick procedure. The laser surgery can range from a few seconds to two minutes, depending on the...
What Is The Difference Between Laser, Lasik & Lasek Eye Surgery?
It can seem complicated when researching what is the difference between laser, lasik & lasek eye surgery? If you are considering laser eye surgery and doing your own research then you may have come across various medical terminology that is confusing. Firstly, you...
How Age Affects Your Suitability For Laser Eye Surgery
This article discusses how age affects your suitability for laser eye surgery. The purpose of laser eye surgery is to correct vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Approximately 10% of people are found to be unsuitable for laser eye...
The Top Ten Reasons Why People Have Laser Eye Surgery
There are many different reasons why people have laser eye surgery. It can be a life-enhancing procedure, often providing people with more confidence and the freedom to do things they want without the hassle of wearing prescription glasses or contact lenses. As part...
How Old for Laser Eye Surgery?
‘How old for laser eye surgery?’ is a frequently asked and valid question. This is because age can affect your suitability for laser eye surgery and as a young adult your eyes are still changing. Having eye surgery when you are too young can be detrimental, as it can...
How Safe Is Laser Eye Surgery?
One of the most frequently asked questions we hear on a regular basis is “How safe is laser eye surgery?” The very short answer is that it is extremely safe. In fact, it is one of the safest surgical procedures in the world.
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