Refractive Surgeon Chooses Dan Reinstein for His Surgery Since it was founded over two decades ago, the London Vision Clinic has treated tens of thousands of patients from all over the world. During this time, we have seen people from every walk of life enter our treatment room – including other refractive surgeons. Our access to the latest technology and Laser Eye Surgery techniques – often pioneered by our very own founder and surgeon, Professor Dan Reinstein – has secured London Vision Clinic as a world-renowned centre for Laser Eye Surgery. In the video below, Dr Baraa Faham, a Laser Eye S ..read more

What If My Optometrist Finds A Problem I Didn’t Know About? There are many reasons a person might avoid seeing a doctor. It might be difficult to fit an appointment into a busy schedule; perhaps they don’t like the idea of opening up to a doctor or are worried about wasting their time; some may worry about picking up an illness in the waiting room while some simply don’t like the environment. But one worry that many people share is that the doctor will find a problem that is more serious than the reason you booked the appointment in the first place. Unfortunately, this fear can lead to some p ..read more

What’s More Important – The Surgeon or the Technology? If you’ve been researching Laser Eye Surgery, you’ve probably read about the importance of the right surgeon and technology. Whether you’re considering the procedure for yourself or want to help a loved one be better informed about their options, knowledge about Laser Eye Surgery is invaluable when choosing your clinic and surgeon. So, what’s more important when considering Laser Eye Surgery – the surgeon or the technology? Choosing a Laser Eye Surgery provider can be a difficult and confusing process. How do you know what factors ar ..read more

Questions About Prices and Payment at London Vision Clinic When deciding whether to have Laser Eye Surgery or which clinic to go with, costs inevitably play a huge role. After all, quality treatment doesn’t come cheap so you want to ensure you make the right choice. But even when the cost of your treatment is finalised, you will likely still have some important questions to consider. Questions like, “Can I finance the cost of my treatment?” or “What happens to my deposit if I decide against Laser Eye Surgery?“. Well, stick around, because in this article, we’ll be answering these questions ..read more

Laser Eye Surgery: Changing Looks, Changing Lives There are all sorts of motivations for having Laser Eye Surgery. Aside from the most obvious, “to see clearly without glasses or contacts”, each patient may have a handful of emotional and physical concerns that have pushed them to finally go ahead with this life-changing procedure. But whether you’re more concerned about changing your looks, or changing your vision, Laser Eye Surgery can help. For many people, glasses are all they have known. For others, a distaste for the external frames – whether due to outfit clashes, discomfort or other p ..read more

Can I Take a Sedative Before my Laser Eye Surgery Procedure? The anticipation of any kind of medical appointment can understandably be nerve-racking, to say the least. But when you’re waiting for a surgical procedure – on something as sensitive and precious as the eyes, no less! – the anxiety and fear can really ramp up. This might leave you wondering whether you should take something to ease the nerves. For example, can you take a sedative before your Laser Eye Surgery procedure? What is the standard procedure before Laser Eye Surgery? On the day of your surgery, you will be welcomed by our ..read more

What are the Suitability Differences Between LASIK, LASEK/PRK and SMILE? If you’re considering Laser Eye Surgery and have been looking into your treatment options, you will likely have come across the following terms: LASIK, LASEK/PRK, and SMILE. These three procedures are the basis for all Laser Eye Surgery treatments (though different clinics may apply different names ). But when you’re new to the world of Laser Eye Surgery, it can be difficult to understand the differences between them, from technique to suitability. In this article, we take a closer look at the suitability differences bet ..read more

Fear: The Elephant in the Room for Laser Eye Surgeons A look of dread and fear on a person’s face is always hard to ignore; but if you’re a surgeon about to perform a procedure on said face, it’s even harder. The reality is that most people are naturally afraid of Laser Eye Surgery – after all, having a laser aimed at your eye is a daunting prospect. So, fear is the elephant in the room for all Laser Eye Surgeons. It may be the surgeon’s ten-thousandth time performing Laser Eye Surgery, but for the patient, it is almost always their first time receiving it. They may have spent hours researchi ..read more

Laser Eye Surgery – Why You’re Never Too Old! In many cases, having surgery is at the bottom of our list of ‘things we would like to do’ – no matter our age. Many types of surgery can cause significant disruption to our lives, from spending days in hospital to weeks, and even months, in recovery to taking time off work and other everyday activities. Furthermore, as we get older, surgery can become even more frightening and inconvenient. But, as we often explain to our prospective patients here at London Vision Clinic, Laser Eye Surgery isn’t like any conventional surgery, meaning it can be a ..read more

The Importance of Safety Testing in Laser Eye Surgery Safety checks are required when performing any surgery. A basic standard of safety checks should be conducted no matter the provider you choose. But at our Harley Street clinic, our award-winning staff are dedicated to going above and beyond to provide the highest standard of care. Safety checks are not only carried out by our optometrists, nursing team, and laser technicians but also by the surgeon performing your procedure. We refuse to rely on the judgement of any single person to minimise any risk of human or technical error. This is p ..read more