Optimax Laser Eye Surgery Knowledge Base

I am 61 if I wear glasses it is for reading +2.50. When I wear soft contacts I have + 2.25 in the left eye for reading and + 0.75 in the right eye for distance. With both eyes I do not need distance glasses. Based on this information what can you do for me, what is it likey to cost and how permanent is it. I have had my present prescription for over a year. Is Bristol the nearest, I live in North Cornwall.

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:22:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Graham,

Based on your prescription and the contact lenses that you wear you sound like an ideal candidate for our Monovision correction. This correction will treat the eyes in much the same way your contact do so you would not need glasses for distance or reading and because you already wear glasses on this basis, you should adjust to the Monovision immediately. The costs involved will depend on which laser variation we would need to use (based on conditions of the eye) which will be determined at consultation. Monovision is a permanent correction.

Yes, Bristol would be your nearest clinic to North Cornwall. They will do both the consultation and treatments there and due to the length of travel, if you would like they could do a same day appointment. This would need to be arranged through us. If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or would be interested in arranging an appointment please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

i wear glasses for distance & reading i also have cataract in my left eye is there corrections for all my symptoms

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:11:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Ian,

Yes, the only option for treatment would be the RLE/Cataract Operation. This will remove the cataract, treat the distance and also due to the wide range of multi-focal lenses we have we can also correct the reading aspect of vision.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or would be interested in attending a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

I wear varifocals,am 73 years old could I have the laser treatment. I have worn glasses since I was 31 years old and I am long sighted.

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:04:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Maureen,

Due to your age we would not recommend laser surgery as a treatment option for you. As a rule we do not treat over anyone over 70. As a treatment choice we would recommend our RLE, Refractive Lens Exchange, as this has no age limit and would treat all aspects of vision, distance and near.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the treatment or would be interested in making a consultation appointment then please call 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

I havent had an eye test for about 18mths and tend to wear off the shelf glasses for reading +2.00 - +3.00 and prescription glasses for distance. I not sure about monovision but am considering CK.I just want to be able see ok without changing specs all the time. Is CK possible for me.....

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:28:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Lesly,

We are no longer doing the CK treatment. The effects of the CK, in regards to the vision experienced, is pretty much the same as you would get with Monovision but, the Monovision is permanent and the results achieved are much better. Due to this we have removed CK and are no longer performing this correction. If you would like to remove the need for both distance and reading glasses, then it would be the Monovision that we would suggest for you.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or would be interested in booking a consultation for Monovision, then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

i have lupus

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:09:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Pauline,

Unfortunately, you are not suitable for laser surgery if you have Lupus.

Kind regards,
David.

regarding contact lenses inplants.once fitted,please can you give me an idea of life span for usage,thank you.

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:05:00 GMT

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Good afternoon John,

The Implantable Lens in a permanent correction so if the prescription remains stable you will get a lifetime of use out of the lenses. With the Implanted Lenses, they can be replaced if necessary, we can also use the laser to treat the eye should a prescription develop in later life.

At consultation, if you provide a history of your prescription (3-4 years) the consultant can investigate and discuss with you the potential lifespan of the correction for you.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or would be interested in arranging a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

HiWhen it comes to my eyes im a bit of a wet blanket, ive never been able to put contacts in. I would love to have the surgery but am a little worried about the procedue and how much I would feel. Can you give me a quick description of what happens?RegardsRussell

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:23:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Russell,

During the procedure we use an anaesthetic eye drop which completely numbs the eye. We then prepare the eye for treatment, during this there may be a bit of pressure experienced. It is not painful, no worse than pressing on your eye. Then the laser will treat the eye but you will not feel anything during this part. After, the surgeon will clean and if necessary put a contact lens in the eye.

You are in the theatre for about 15 minutes during which you will be under the laser for no more than 60 secs per eye. It is completely pain free and the thought of treatment is always worse than the actual act itself.

If you are interested in attending a consultation or would like to discuss the information then please call 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax .co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

I am short sighted with quite a strong prescription. I am 35 and my prescription is around -12 in each eye. Would I be suitable for laser surgery or what would you recommend?

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:32:00 GMT

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Good afternoon,

I am afraid that your prescription is out of range for laser surgery. We can treat up to a maximum strength of -10 should the eye condition allow us to do so. The treatment option we would recommend for you is our ICL, Implantable Contact Lens (click the link to read further).

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the treatment or would be interested in attending a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

I have looked through some information and everything seems to suggest that you may not be able to remove both glasses for distance and reading. What options are available to me as I wear Varifocal lenses and do not want to wear glasses at all? I am short sighted. Thanks. Kaz.

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:26:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Kaz,

That is correct, there are limitations with laser surgery when it comes to removing both the distance and the reading glasses. There are options available to you, with laser surgery the treatment route is called Monovision (click the link to read further). There is an alternate option, the RLE (Refractive Lens Exchange) is another option to treat both aspects of vision.

At consultation, we will test the conditions and can advise which may be the better route for you as we can test the Monovision and show you what this would be like to see if it was a treatment option you would proceed with. If not, then the RLE is the alternate option.

If you have any questions, would like to discuss the information or arrange for a consultation appointment then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

I suffer from dry eyes and cannot wear contact lenses because of it. Would I be suitable for laser surgery?

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:17:00 GMT

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Good afternoon,

It does depend on the severity of the dry eyes. The fact that you cannot wear contact lenses because of it may not necessarily mean that you are not suitable for laser surgery. However, you would need to come in for a consultation so we can test the eyes and ensure that everything is suitable.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or book in for a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

What is the minimum age you would treat from?

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:39:00 GMT

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Good morning,

The minimum age is 21 however, we would consider treatment from as young as 18 provided we have at least 3-4 years of prescription history. If you can provide this when you attend a consultation we will test the stability and ensure you are suitable.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or would be interested in attending a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 or email davek_davesoft@hotmail.com.

Kind regards,
David.

Hi I had a laser eye surgery at your clinic about 13 yrs ago as I was long sighted, which is ok and no problems. I now have difficulty reading and using the computer. Would it be possible to have laser eye surgery again to correct this as well.

David Knight — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:25:00 GMT

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Good morning Erbil,

It may be possible but, there may be limitations as the reading is brought on by the condition Presbyopia which affects everyone over the age of 40. We would need to assess your eyes to see if you were suitable but, we would ask you to attend an eye test at your local Opticians (if you havent already done so within the last 6 months) to get an eye test.

Please then contact us with those results so we can check they are within range and if everything is ok we can then arrange for the appointment to test suitability. Please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

Hi, I am short sighted right eye sph-3.75 cyl-0.50 Axis 130left eye sph -2.75 cyl-0.50 Axis 70 I wear varifocals most of the time, but also use dailies contact lenses when I go out. Can you tell me what treatment would be best for me and the approximate cost? My last eye examnination was 9th January 2010, and I have not other problems.many thanks.

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:47:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Anne,

I cannot at this stage advise which treatment would be best for you as it depends on the conditions in your eyes. The more popular treatment is the Intralase LASIK treatment due to the quick recovery and little discomfort experienced during this. The exact cost for treatment will be given at consultation as well. You need to be aware, that as you wear varifocles, you may require reading glasses after treatment or consider an option known as Monovision. This will be explained and tested for at consultation.

If you have any further questions or would like to arrange an appointment then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

How long after intralase lasik & wavefront procedure for monovision can I expect the hazyness and some clarity for middle and long distance. ? Thank you

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:28:00 GMT

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Good afternoon John,

There is as such no actual time span. Majority of patients will find their vision clear within the first week. Some patients it can take up to the first month and in some cases it can take up to 3 months. During the recovery, you will experience a little bit of haze. With Monovision, if this is happening to the distance eye (as with most cases it is just the one eye) then your distance will be a little hazy but this should improve over the next few weeks. We will monitor the eyes for you during this term.

Kind regards,
David.

Could you please tell me if i wear bicocal glasses could i still have laser surgery on my eyes.regardsStan

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:12:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Stan,

There is a possibility that you would be suitable for laser surgery but you may require a treatment known as Monovision. We can test all of this for you at consultation and confirm if you are suitable and which treatment option is best suited for you.

If you have any further questions or would be interested in arranging a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

Ultralase Elite claim to have the best outcomes in the UK with 100% driving standard & 99% 20/20 vision overall. Your best Intralase Femtosecond results from 2006 quoted are 99.4% and 90% respectively. Do you have more upto date results to compare to Ultralases data as it seems on the face of it 9% less of your patients achieve 20/20 vision and I would like to achieve 20/20 vision! Thanks.

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:08:00 GMT

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Good afternoon John,

If you look at the cross section of results used for Ultralase, they have used treatment results based on the Ultralase Elite excluding Monovision and partial treatments between the 13th July and the 3rd November. This is a 6 month window on only some of their results. Our results are based on all Intralase LASIK treatments from the 1st of July 2006 until recent, including Monovision and also partially corrected patients. If you look at a smaller window of results you are bound to get a better percentage spread so it is not the case that their treatments are best. What are their results over the last 4 years including all treatments?

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or would be interested in a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

Hi I wear bi-focal glasses, would I be suitable>

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:24:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Barry,

Chances are you would still be suitable for laser surgery but, you may need to consider a treatment option known as Monovision (click the link to read further). In order to go through and determine this we would need your prescription information. At consultation we will test all of the details and conditions in your eyes and advise which is your best possible treatment option.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information (please have your prescription information to hand) or would be interested in a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

i have an overactive thyroid which is possible graves disease. would i be suitable for laser surgery

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:17:00 GMT

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Good afternoon,

It is possible that you would still be suitable however, they will test details at consultation and based on condition and medication, we would refer the information to the doctor to ensure there are no complications.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss the information or would be interested in attending a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

After surgery, how long do eyes have to be kept dry (ie not getting wet in shower) and when can I start gardening again.Thanks.

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:50:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Miriam,

You would be looking at a minimum of 7 days after treatment we would ask you not to splash any water over your face. As for gardening, there is no time limit for this. If you are working in the sun we would ask you to wear sunglasses to protect from UVA and UVB and also to be careful and avoid getting anything in the eye but, you can resume as soon as you feel ok to do so.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or would be interested in coming for a consultation then please contact me on either 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

What does laser eye surgery correct?How is it performed?How does it improve your vision?

David Knight — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:49:00 GMT

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Good morning,

Laser Surgery corrects Refractive Disorders, this is the requirement for glasses from long or short sightedness due to the shape of the cornea. It is performed using an Excimer laser through the process of ablation. It improves your vision by altering the shape of the cornea to correct the refractive disorder and thus, remove the need for glasses.

The type of treatment you require and the possible results that laser surgery can achieve are all tested for and discussed at a consultation. They are free and with no obligation and allow you to get the full information regarding treatment to see if it is a viable option for you.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or would be interested in attending a consultation then please contact me on either 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

I was wondering if you could tell me what the payment options are please?

David Knight — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:55:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Matthew,

You can pay via cash, cheque, card or finance. Cash and card can be paid on the day, with cheque's we would ask you to send the payment before hand so that it can be cashed before treatment. Finance is subject to consultation and the terms range from 6 months to 4 years and is dependant on the cost of treatment. Status checks may be required. You can also use Tesco Vouchers as either part or full payment towards any cost

If you would be interested in coming along for a free consultation, have any further questions or would like to discuss this further then please call 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

Very interested, but cant see anything about your payment plans on the website. Can you point me to some info?Id like to know how much Intralase LASIK will cost (two eyes) and what monthly repayments would look like.Thanks,Jack

David Knight — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:51:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Jack,

Unfortunately, we do not put any information regarding our finance plans on the website due to the variance in terms which are dependant on cost. You will only know the exact cost at consultation so it is only at consultation that you would find out about the finance plans. The plans range from 6 months to 4 years and are dependant on the cost of the treatment. Anything over 2 years would be subject to a credit check.

The same applies to cost, I could look at a price range for you but in order to do so I would need to know your prescription information. Then at consultation, once we have tested your eyes conditions we can tell you the exact cost for your treatment.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information (please have your prescription to hand) or would be interested in arranging a free consultation then please either call 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax .co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

I am thinking of getting laser eye treatment, and i was wondering what is the right procedure for my eyes. I am a -5.50 in my right and -6.00 in my left and have a astigmatism in my left eye. Also i would like to use my tesco clubcard vouchers, is that still possible?

David Knight — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:05:00 GMT

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Good afternoon,

At this stage we cannot say what procedure you would be best suited for as this is what the consultation is for. During this we test your eyes conditions and advise which treatment and variation you would be best suited for. In general it would most likely be LASIK and based on the strength of the prescription it would more than likely be the Intralase LASIK variation. You are still in range for LASEK so this would still be a treatment option should you not be suitable for LASIK.

Yes, you can still use tesco clubcard vouchers towards your treatment cost. There are terms and conditions which will be explained at consultation. Once you know the treatment cost you can work out the discount applicable from the vouchers. Once you are happy with everything you can then cash in the vouchers and book treatment.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or would be interested in coming in for a consultation then please contact me on either 01733 297 193 or email david.knight@optimax.co.uk.

Kind regards,
David.

i also work for the NHS would i get a discount on laser surgery? would i just have to show my nhs name badge card to get money off, or fill in some kind of form or more ID somehow of working for NHS

David Knight — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:45:00 GMT

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Good morning Helen,

That is correct, NHS staff get corporate discount off treatment. At the moment this is 20% off the cost for any treatment. All that you need to do is bring ID, so a staff card is fine, to your consultation and they will take into account the discount when calculating costs.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or book in for a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 and ask for David.

Kind regards,
David.

i need glasses for reading and close work can i have laser treatment for it what is the success rate and the cos

David Knight — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:04:00 GMT

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Good morning Carol,

It may be possible to have laser surgery but, we would need to know your prescription information in order to advise this further. That would include the costs as well. At this stage what I can advise is that you may need to consider a treatment option known as Monovision (click the link to read further).

At consultation we will test your eyes and determine which treatment variation you would be best suited for. From there we can then determine the exact cost for treatment as well. We also provide you with specific success rates and percentages to show you what possible result could be achieved based on the treatment type and your prescription and eye condition information. Consultations are free and there is no obligation.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or book in for a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 and ask for David.

Kind regards,
David.

PUPIL DIAMETER. I have a pupil diameter of about 8 mm. What are my options in regards to LASIK? Sever imparement during nigth vision can happen with large pupils after LASIK. What Optimax advice in these cases?MYOPIA. 4 dioptres. Do your standard LASIK at 4 dioptries is still 395 pound per eye? Or do you charge on top of that?Thanks.

David Knight — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:58:00 GMT

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Good morning Inigo,

Standard LASIK would not be suitable for you due to the large pupils, you would need to have the Wavefront addition and even then there are risks that night vision could still become impaired. These are all things that we would test for and discuss during the consultation. If the pupils are too large, we would either consider LASEK or not proceed with the treatment for you.

The price of treatment increases with the strength of the prescription so 4 dioptres you would be looking at round about £995 (this is estimate based on today's prices) per eye. However, based on the information you would not be suitable for standard treatment. You would need at least LASIK Wavefront or LASEK Wavefront as a minimum. We can give you the exact cost at consultation.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or book in for a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 and ask for David.

Kind regards,
David.

Hi,I am considering lasik surgery and I see that I will not be able to drive for 7 - 14 days. As a community nurse driving is imperitive to my job! Do you offer sick certificates or is it a case of booking annual leave? Thanks for your help

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:50:00 GMT

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Hi Jo,

thank you for your question.

With Lasik surgery you should have driving standard of vision by next morning and with Lasek you would need to take 7 days off.

We don't offer sick notes just for the surgery, with Lasik you could have it done late on a friday afternoon and be fine for work on the Monday.

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

As you have many consultants, how do I choose one? Could I get statistics of the number of operations performed using Wavefront and IntraLase. And also the complication rate. Could I also talk to the consultants prior to deciding?

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:47:00 GMT

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Hi zubair,

thank you for your question.

This information you will find out by attending a free consultation.

Please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

When i was younger i had 2 correctional surgeries to correct a lazy eye on my left eye. Unfortunately the surgeries did not provide me with perfect sight. My question to you is am I a potential candidate for Laser eye treatment? Can you do anything to better my vision in my left eye? It is not as lazy as before but |I have been told that i am right eye dominant but that is because of the left eye....I have been told that laser surgery COULD effect the vision in my good eye (right). Please advise

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:44:00 GMT

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Hi Paul,

thank you for your question.

If you get no improvement from your left eye with glasses the we would not be able to offer you surgery for either eye. Laser surgery can only help if glasses or contacts can and we would not just treat one good eye in case there was any complications and you would be left with two bad eye until the complication was dealt with.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

About 30 years ago I had radial keratotemy on both eyes to correct my shortsightedness (the Russian razor blade techique). One eye was successful but the other was not as the lens did not heal to form a true spherical segment. I manage quite well with reading glasses but it would be better if I could get the distorted lens corrected for distance. Can you take off the `lumps and bumps as required to produce a spherical lens?

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:37:00 GMT

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Hi Lionel,

thank you for your question.

You should be able to have laser surgery to correct the the distance vision and you should be fine to have Wavefront to remove those horrid lumps/bumps.

However we would not be able to offer you any correction due to our policy of not treating someone who has been elsewhere. So keep trying other companies and you will find a company that can do the correction for you.

Hi, I have been told by a friend that if I have my short sightedness fixed through laser surgery, I will have to undergo the procedure again every 10 years or so to keep the results (similar to breast enhancements requiring regular replacement). Is this true, and how often does it need to be done in order to maintain good vision? I am 36. Thanks.

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:32:00 GMT

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Hi Jenni,

thank you for your question.

Laser eye surgery corrects the prescription at that time. So the more stable a prescirption the longer it will last. If someone's prescription is not stable, then we would not offer them surgery.

Once you are in your 40's you will experince what is known as Presbyopia and this will bring on the need for reading glasses at some point.

But all this does vary form person to person and you would be best coming to a free consultation to find out more.

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

I recently had a consultation with Optical Express and I was recommended Wavefront Lasik using the Visx laser technology. They have advised me, with appropriate graphics to illustrate the point, that treatment by Optical Express has a better track record with night vision performance than Optimax or Ultralase. A friend of mine who has had the Lasik treatment with Optimax confirms that (although delighted with the results) since the surgery he does find it uncomfortable driving at night.

David Knight — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:52:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Gerry,

We have seen and investigated into the graphic that you were shown and the technology that was used in the test were not like for like. There were tests that were based on the actual like for like Wavefront technology using both the VISX (Optical Express) and NIDEK (used by us) platform and there were no significant differences in the results produced by either technology.

Without seeing your friend's file I cannot make a comment on his night time driving. The Wavefront technology does reduce the risk of haloes or glares developing but the conditions in everyone's eyes will differ and certain conditions can still lead to the development of these complications.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or book in for a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 and ask for David.

Kind regards,
David.

i have a £500 off voucher, but would also be interested in paying the balance using tesco clubcard vouchers, would i be able to use them and get the discount.

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:39:00 GMT

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Hello Melanie,

thank you for your question.

You can only use one offer at a time. So you go with what will give you the biggest saving.

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

I have just been diagnosed with IOP if 26mmHg. My cornea is quite thick and so the IOP exists as the tester need greater presure, I suppose. Would this preclude me from laser eye surgery, do you think?

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:36:00 GMT

Abstract:

Hello Michael,

thank you for your question.

You are correct, raised eye pressure would stop you from having laser eye surgery as there is a greater risk of complications.

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

I had laser correction at the Manchester Clinic, my eyesight has deteriorated to the point I have to wear classes all the time, where do I stand in relation to your lifetime care policy in having this redone to correct my vision again please. I wear glasses all the time except for reading when I have to take them off. Thanks Julie

David Knight — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:07:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Julie,

As confirmed previously, you are suitable to have your eyes tested again to see if re-treatment were possible to remove the prescription. All that we would ask is that you attend an eye test, if you have not had one in the last 6 months. From there we will test your eyes at a check-up appointment to see if you are suitable for re-treatment and what options are available to you. You may need to consider the possibility of requiring reading glasses after the re-treatment but this will be discussed at the check-up appointment.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or book in for a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 and ask for David.

Kind regards,

can it correct a lazy eye,.. was knocked down some steps 38 years ago and glasses ect havnt worked to correct it, 44 years old now and other showing its age ...

David Knight — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:15:00 GMT

Abstract:

Good afternoon David,

Unfortunately, laser surgery would not correct a lazy eye as it is not a refractive disorder. Laser Surgery is used to remove the need for glasses due to being long or short sighted which is determined by the overall shape of the cornea. If the vision through the lazy eye is not good or clear through glasses then laser surgery would not be suitable for you. We would not correct just one eye either in these circumstances.

If you have any further questions or the sight through glasses is clear and you would like to attend a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193.

Kind regards,
David.

hi i have had a consultation elsewhere for icl, and am looking round to seek the best deal not just the best price, however several of my friends have had laser surgery with optimax and say you give a good dicount for nhs staff is this true? thanks andrea

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:56:00 GMT

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Hello Andrea,

thank you for the question.

Unfortunately we only give NHS discount on the laser eye surgeries only and not any other refractive surgery we offer.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

can glucoma be treated using your laser method and what is it,s safety like, in a scale of 1 to 10?

Amy Greaves — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:55:00 GMT

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Hello,

Unfortunately if you have any level of Glaucoma we will not be able to treat you with Laser surgery.

Many Thanks

Amy

Customer Care Team

Do you have any special deals from Ministry of Defence Staff and do you have any interest free deals running currently?Thanks

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:36:00 GMT

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Hi Richard,

thank you for your question.

Yes we do have a Corporate discount scheme set up for government worker and it is 20% of Laser surgery. This does not cover the non-lasersurgeriess.

To find out the exact cost of the surgery please come in for a consultation.

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

my daughter is 4 and has 0.01 % eye vision were doing patching at the moment but she has full vision in other eye is ther any treament you know of that could help here in the future

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:33:00 GMT

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Hi louise,

thank you for your question.

When I was younger I had the same thing and had to wear eye patches throughout my younger years to correct a bad lazy eye. It did fix the lazy eye and surgery was an option for me.

So at this stage you just need to continue with the eye patches and attend regular eye tests. With any luck your daughter will be fine and may not need correct. If you do not follow the advice given to you by the opticians or stop the corrective treatment. That could cause your daughter problems in the future and later in life there may not any options.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

Hi thereMy teenage daughters prescription = right sph +0.50 cyl +1.00 axis 100 / left sph +1.25 cyl +1.50 axis 80.Shes been prescribed glasses over a year now and says she can see fine without them so only really wears them for reading and close work. With this prescription, is she really able to see fine without them as I suspect it is a vanity thing. How old is the earliest she could have laser eye surgery as I dont want her to ruin her eyesight further by not wearing her glasses all t

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:20:00 GMT

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Hello Ella's Mum,

thank you for your question.

The youngest age we will treat from is 18yrs upwards on a shortsighted (-) prescription and on longsighted (+) it is 35yrs.

She should carry on wearing her glasses and with any luck it will short it self out. Most people under the age of 21 have unstable prescriptions and will generally settle with age. The best thing she can do is to continue wearing her glasses now and hopefully she will not need them as she gets older.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

my prescription is -2.00 sph in right eye and -2.25 sph -0.25 cyl in left eye, how much roughly would that cost? i know would have to be seen to get a more accerate price. would i be suitable for lasik and lasek and difference in price being?

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:14:00 GMT

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Hi Helen,

thank ou for your question.

thank you for your question.

I am only able to give you a price range and to fins out the exact cost / what you are suitable for. You would need to come to a free consultation.

Lasik or Lasek: £1590 both eyes

Intralase / Lasik / Wavefornt: £3370 both eyes

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

Hi, I am looking for a general idea as to the cost of eye treatment my prescription is as followsL sph -1.5 cyl +0.75 axis 175R sph -1.5 cyl +0.75 axis 5

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:10:00 GMT

Abstract:

Hi Alex,

thank you for your question.

I am only able to give you a price range and to fins out the exact cost you would need to come to a free consultation.

Lasik or Lasek: £790 both eyes

Intralase / Lasik / Wavefornt: £2570 both eyes

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

I HAVE A TURN IN MY LEFT AM I STILL ABLE TO HAVE LAZER DONE ON MY EYES

David Knight — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:09:00 GMT

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Good afternoon Ian,

It is still possible to have laser surgery if you have a turn in one of your eyes. It is something that we will need to look at in a consultation as it does depend on the degree and the vision seen through the eye as to whether you would be suitable.

If you have any further questions, would like to discuss any information or book in for a consultation then please call 01733 297 193 and ask for David.

Kind regards,
David.

I have been told by Optical Express that I am unsuitable for implantable contact lenses as there is not enough room in my right eye to accommodate the lens. At my consultation I was not given any s to dilate the pupil and I had only had my gas permeable contact lenses out for 7 days despite the fact that I have been wearing these for the last 25 years. Would this give accurate measurements or will the cornea not have had time to settle to its usual shape? Do you think it is worth getting a se

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:06:00 GMT

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Hello Trudy,

thank you for your question.

The application of the eye drops only really effect pupil size and would have not made much differnce in the test results Opitcal Express would have got and I don't think the length of time you left your GP lenses out for would have made much (if any) difference. These would only change the prescirption.

I don't think getting another opinion would make any difference.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

Can you have laser surgery if you have had a retinal hole repaired?

David Knight — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:58:00 GMT

Abstract:

Good afternoon Emma,

It is still possible to have laser surgery after you have had a retinal tear/hole repaired. Provided the retina is in good health now and there are no further problems. We will test all details at a consultation and confirm then.

If you have any further questions or would like to arrange a consultation then please call me on 01733 297 193.

Kind regards,
David.

I wear glasses for reading. In my good eye i have recently developed floaters will laser eye treatment cure this

Graeme Miles — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:40:00 GMT

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Hi Douglas,

thank you for your question.

We can fix your need for reading glasses no problem. However floaters are not fixed by laser eye surgery. They are generally a natural occurence and nothing to worry about.

If you have any further questions or you would like to come in for a free consultation, please feel free to give me a call on 0845 217 2959 and ask for Graeme

Hi,If I go for a consultation in Cardiff on one day, and told that I am suitable, is there any chance I could have the surgery done the next day in Bristol?Thanks.

Amy Greaves — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:36:00 GMT

Abstract:

Hello,

We would be able to check the Bristol diary for you when you book in for your free consultation.

Please call me now on 01733 297193 to arrange a free consultation.

Many Thanks

Amy

Customer Care Team.

Hi again,The Cardiff clinic doesnt carry out the surgery so Bristol will be my closest place. Will I have to go back to Bristol for the after care or can I go to Cardiff?Thanks.

Amy Greaves — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:34:00 GMT

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Hello,

Your closest clinic for treatment would be at the Bristol branch and you would need to attend your first aftercare appointment at Bristol but the rest of the aftercare appointments could be in Cardiff.

To discuss this further or to arrange a free consultation please call us now on 01733 297193.

Many Thanks

Amy

Customer Care Team

my prescription is RE +4.75 cyl -4.50 @180 LE +5.00 cyl -4.50 @180. Am I suitable for laser surgery?Thank you

David Knight — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:25:00 GMT

Abstract:

Good afternoon Bruce,

Unfortunately, your prescription is outside of the range for laser surgery. We would recommend our Intra-Ocular lenses as a treatment route either, ICL's (Implantable Contact Lenses) or RLE's (Refractive Lens Exchange) depending on the condition of the eye and which would give you the best possible outcome.

If you would be interested in coming in for a consultation or have any further questions then please call me on 01733 297 193.

Kind regards,
David.