Transform Your Vision with Laser Eye Surgery

Experience clearer vision without the hassle of glasses or contact lenses. At Centre for Sight, we provide safe, effective and personalised laser vision correction tailored to you.

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What is Laser Eye Surgery?

Laser eye surgery reshapes the cornea using laser technology to correct vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. This procedure adjusts the cornea to ensure light focuses correctly on the retina, allowing you to experience clearer, sharper vision without relying on glasses or contacts.

Am I Suitable?

Who is suitable for Laser Eye Surgery?

You are generally considered a good candidate for laser eye surgery if you meet the following criteria:

Age Requirement

You are at least 18 years old (for career-specific needs) or otherwise 21 or older.

Refractive Error

You are nearsighted, farsighted, or have astigmatism.

Stable Vision

Your prescription has remained stable over the past 12 months, with less than a 0.50D change in that time.

Eye Health

Your eyes are healthy, and you do not have any autoimmune diseases.

Pregnancy and Nursing

You are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Benefits of Laser Eye Surgery

Improved Vision

Laser eye surgery corrects common vision problems, often eliminating the need for glasses or contacts, with many achieving 20/20 vision or better.

Quick Recovery

Most patients experience noticeable vision improvement within hours and can resume normal activities in just 1-2 days with minimal discomfort.

Long-Lasting Results

The procedure provides long-term vision correction for many, with permanent results in most cases, though some may need touch-ups over time.

Convenience & Savings

Eliminating glasses and contacts improves convenience for daily activities and can save money on eyewear in the long run.

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Price of Laser Eye Surgery

At Centre for Sight, our prices are always transparent with no hidden extras. Laser Vision Correction starts from £2593 per eye. We also have finance options available to suit you, including 0% APR for up to 24 months.

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Patient Journey

Consultation

During your initial consultation, our team of experts and your chosen consultant will carry out an in-depth eye examination using the latest diagnostic equipment. We’ll evaluate your vision and discuss your lifestyle, which will help us recommend the most effective eyecare options tailored to your unique needs and enable you to make a fully informed decision.

Personalised Treatment Plan

We provide personalised eye treatment tailored to your unique visual needs, ensuring optimal care and transparent, evidence-based procedures. Before surgery, our team will guide you through every stage of your journey, including post-operative care and eye drop use. You will have plenty of opportunity to ask any questions.

Your Procedure

Upon arrival, our skilled team will welcome you and ensure you are comfortable. During your procedure, your expert surgeon will guide you through each step, keeping you calm and reassured. You should expect some initial blurred vision post-surgery, therefore we advise that you arrange transport and refrain from driving until your vision is clear.

Aftercare

With our advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technology, you may experience improved vison as soon as the next day, depending on your procedure. Our comprehensive aftercare includes follow-up appointments to monitor your eye health and vision. Our dedicated team is always available to answer any questions and address any concerns you may have.

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Types of Laser Eye Surgery

LASIK

Introduced by Centre for Sight to the UK in 2004, this procedure is the safest and most precise vision correction option, with the longest track record available in the world today. It uses a precise Laser to create the flap with computer controlled precision and accuracy.

TransEpi PRK

Another surface laser eye surgery procedure that is often recommended for those with low vision correction needs and abnormalities of the cornea. This is a single step ‘no-touch’ process where the laser removes the epithelial layer and changes the corneal shape.

LASEK

This procedure is often recommended for those with low vision correction needs and abnormalities of the cornea. It is similar to TransEpi PRK, but instead of removing the epithelial layer, alcohol is used to loosen it and it is replaced after the vision correction procedure is completed.

Supracor LASIK

This is a Lasik procedure which creates a flap using the femtosecond laser and performs laser treatment to reshape the cornea. The procedure is typically performed in the non-dominant eye only, with regular Lasik in the dominant eye.

Laser Eye Surgery Procedure

Laser eye surgery typically takes just 10-15 minutes per eye, and both eyes are usually treated on the same day. However, as a safety precaution, Centre for Sight ensures that each eye is treated as a separate procedure, using separately sterilised instruments and new disposable tools for each eye.

Step One

Before your procedure numerous checks are performed and we always verify that your treatment plan matches correctly with your test results. At each procedure the laser is calibrated and new disposable instruments are prepared.

Step Two

A strong numbing eye drop is used along with strong antibiotics to prevent infection. The area around the eye is cleaned thoroughly with a disinfectant. To prevent the eye from closing during the procedure a special eyelid holder is used. During laser eye surgery you will be asked to look as steadily as you can at the centre of a flashing red light.

Step Three

IntraLASIK uses a combination of TWO lasers. 1.- The Intralase femtosecond laser is initially used to create the corneal flaps at the exact dimensions and depth needed. 2. The excimer laser changes the shape of the cornea under the flap. The femtosecond laser creates thousands of microscopic bubbles to fashion the flap at a specified depth in the cornea for each eye. Once the surgeon is happy with the quality of the flap a second set of more condensed bubbles created vertically forms the edge of the flap.

Step Four

After the laser bed moves to the Technolas Excimer laser, iris recognition technology recognises the eye from exported images taken at consultation and ensures accurate eye tracking and precise delivery. (Each iris is unique and therefore there is no chance of mixing up eyes or treatments). After carefully lifting the flap, the laser rapidly reshapes the inner cornea according to your own unique prescription providing optimal asphericity and reducing wavefront abnormalities where required.

Step Five

Once the laser reshaping is completed the flap is replaced and allowed to dry. Eye drops are used to prevent infection.

FAQs

Is Laser Eye Surgery painful?

Most patients experience minimal discomfort, as numbing drops are used. Some report mild sensitivity post-surgery, which fades quickly.

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How long does it take to recover?

While everyone’s experience varies, most patients notice significant improvement within 24-48 hours and can return to regular activities soon after.

What is the success rate?

Centre for Sight have carried out thousands of laser vision correction procedures boasting a high success rate, with most patients achieving 20/20 vision or better.

When can I exercise?

After 2 weeks, you can typically return to moderate-intensity exercise. Please seek the advice of your surgeon for high-impact or contact sports.