Experience is always crucial when selecting a clinic or doctor for any surgery. Equipment, technique and dedication to patient safety are also important factors to consider. At London Eye Centre all surgeons have extensive experience and use the same equipment, technique and highly trained support staff to ensure our high standards are met.
You should select a facility you are confident has the track record and reputation you require. It is your vision and it is an optional procedure.
Although the predictability of results is very high and incidence of complications low, the answer is no. Different eyes heal at different rates and in different ways. If you end up with less correction than you hope for, chances are, your eye can be retreated simply and effectively to take it the rest of the way.
At London Eye Centre, treating both eyes the same day is routine. In fact, over 90% of our patients elect to be treated in this manner. There are however some considerations such as extremely high corrections or farsightedness where waiting between eyes is advised.
The surgical staff will place anesthetizing drops in the eye ahead of time ensuring no pain during the treatment. These drops take about one hour to wear off. Some discomfort may be experienced in the first 24-48 hours following surgery. Medications are provided to reduce or eliminate any discomfort.
Everybody heals at different rates and the amount of correction is also variable. On average, patients obtain legal driving vision or better in three to seven days.
Patients are advised to take at least 3-5 days off work and driving and avoid strenuous activity after surgery. This period of time is critical to the healing and stability of the eye. Time off will vary with the individual and the nature of the eyes and occupation.
Individual assessment is required to determine the time needed for recovery. Many patients will book a full week off for initial down-time.