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All surgery is carried out by the same surgeon you see in consultation.
Our surgeons are all highly experienced with more than 10+ years’ experience in refractive surgery.
Experienced, caring nursing and optometrist team.
HIS approved purpose-built facilities.
State-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment.
Robust, extended aftercare plans as part of package.
LASEK (Laser assisted sub-epithelial keratectomy) involves numbing the eye with anaesthetic eye drops and using an alcohol solution to loosen the top layer of the cornea, known as the epithelium. The epithelium is put to one side and returned to its position after the laser has been applied. The laser treatment takes a couple of minutes and at the end of the procedure, a contact lens is applied which acts as a bandage while the cornea heals.
The recovery time for LASEK surgery is typically longer than for LASIK surgery, this is because the epithelium is completely removed in LASEK and takes a few days to regenerate. As a result, patients are likely to experience some discomfort and blurred vision for the first few days after the procedure.
However, most people who undergo LASEK surgery experience significant improvements in their vision within a few weeks of the procedure. Because LASEK does not involve creation of a flap, which contains both epithelial and deeper stromal tissue, the entire thickness of the stroma is available for treatment. The treatment range is therefore higher. This is particularly helpful for patients with high levels of myopia or for those who’s cornea is too thin for LASIK. LASEK is also free of flap related complication risks. It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully during the recovery period to ensure the best possible results.
At your consultation we’ll be able to advise you on which type best suits your eyes. Lasek is a safer procedure, but is associated with more discomfort in the first few days after treatment. Since it is safer, we tend to recommend LASEK in most cases.
However, like any surgical procedure, laser eye surgery carries some risks and potential complications. The most common side effects of laser eye surgery include dry eyes, temporary blurry vision, and halos around lights. These side effects are typically mild and resolve on their own within a few days or weeks.
Rare complications of laser eye surgery include infection, inflammation, and corneal scarring. In very rare cases, laser eye surgery can cause vision loss, although this is typically the result of an underlying medical condition rather than the surgery itself.
Overall, it is important to carefully weigh the potential risks and benefits of laser eye surgery before making a decision about whether to undergo the procedure. Your doctor will provide you with more information about the potential risks and complications of laser eye surgery and help you determine if it is a suitable treatment option for you.
Not everyone is a good candidate for laser eye surgery. Suitability can only be determined after a full consultation with advanced diagnostic testing. We are delighted to welcome any interested patient to attend for a free diagnostic consultation to ascertain their suitability.
In general, the best candidates for laser eye surgery are people who:
*9.9% APR REPRESENTATIVE. Representative example: Fixed price per month per eye
Cash price £1,995, deposit of £600, total amount of credit £1,395, £29.28 per month for 60-months, 9.9% APR representative, total amount payable £2,356.93. Minimum deposit applies.
