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Eye Health & Vision Correction Blog

Expert articles from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on laser, lens and cataract surgery.

What are the benefits of early cataract surgery for glaucoma patients?
Glaucoma

What are the benefits of early cataract surgery for glaucoma patients?

Why glaucoma patients should consider cataract surgery sooner, and how it can protect both vision and eye pressure control.

July 6, 20267 min read
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How to choose the best cataract surgeon
Clinics

How to choose the best cataract surgeon

What to look for in credentials, experience, technology and aftercare when selecting a cataract surgeon.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Can you leave cataracts untreated?
Eye Conditions

Can you leave cataracts untreated?

What happens if you do nothing about cataracts, and when delaying surgery stops being a good idea.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Can I have laser eye surgery if I am diabetic?
Treatments

Can I have laser eye surgery if I am diabetic?

What people with diabetes need to know about LASIK, SMILE and LASEK eligibility, risks and outcomes.

July 6, 20267 min read
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What is 20/20 vision?
Eye Conditions

What is 20/20 vision?

A simple explanation of what 20/20 means, how visual acuity is measured, and why it is not the whole story.

July 6, 20265 min read
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Can I have laser eye surgery if I have a squint or lazy eye?
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Can I have laser eye surgery if I have a squint or lazy eye?

What strabismus and amblyopia mean for laser eye surgery, and what results you can realistically expect.

July 6, 20267 min read
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How long does laser eye surgery last?
Treatments

How long does laser eye surgery last?

Why the laser correction is permanent, and what can change your vision years after surgery.

July 6, 20266 min read
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I'm nervous, can I be sedated for laser eye surgery?
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I'm nervous, can I be sedated for laser eye surgery?

Why feeling anxious before laser eye surgery is normal, and what sedation options are available on the day.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Is it possible to be glasses free after cataract surgery?
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Is it possible to be glasses free after cataract surgery?

How modern intraocular lenses can reduce or eliminate the need for glasses after cataract surgery, and what you should realistically expect.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Anaesthesia for cataract surgery
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Anaesthesia for cataract surgery

What anaesthesia options are used for cataract surgery, what to expect, and why most patients are awake throughout.

July 6, 20266 min read
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What causes blurred vision?
Eye Conditions

What causes blurred vision?

The common and serious causes of blurred vision, and when to seek an urgent eye examination.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Dos and Don'ts after cataract surgery
Aftercare

Dos and Don'ts after cataract surgery

Practical advice for the days and weeks after cataract surgery to protect your eye and get the best result.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Thinking of having laser eye surgery - your questions answered
Treatments

Thinking of having laser eye surgery - your questions answered

Answers to the most common questions patients ask before having laser eye surgery, from safety and pain to recovery and results.

July 6, 20267 min read
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5 common myths about glaucoma: an expert view
Glaucoma

5 common myths about glaucoma: an expert view

A consultant ophthalmologist separates fact from fiction about glaucoma, eye pressure and sight loss.

July 6, 20266 min read
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What are the benefits of early cataract surgery?
Treatments

What are the benefits of early cataract surgery?

Why treating cataracts sooner rather than later can protect your vision, lifestyle and independence.

July 6, 20266 min read
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High street eye surgery clinics vs independent surgeon: what the difference means for you
Clinics

High street eye surgery clinics vs independent surgeon: what the difference means for you

A consultant's guide to choosing between national high street laser eye clinics and an independent ophthalmic surgeon in the UK.

July 5, 20267 min read
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Lens Replacement vs Laser Eye Surgery: which is right for you?
Treatments

Lens Replacement vs Laser Eye Surgery: which is right for you?

A guide to choosing between refractive lens exchange and LASIK based on age, prescription and lifestyle.

June 18, 20266 min read
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What to expect in the first 48 hours after cataract surgery
Aftercare

What to expect in the first 48 hours after cataract surgery

Aftercare, symptoms and simple habits that support a smooth recovery from cataract removal.

May 30, 20264 min read
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Presbyopia in your 40s: reading glasses aren't your only option
Eye Conditions

Presbyopia in your 40s: reading glasses aren't your only option

How modern trifocal lenses can restore near, intermediate and distance vision in a single procedure.

May 14, 20265 min read
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My distance vision is good but I need glasses for reading — what should I do?
Eye Conditions

My distance vision is good but I need glasses for reading — what should I do?

If your distance sight is still clear but reading is becoming a struggle, presbyopia is the most likely cause. Ms Tahmina Pearsall explains what to do next.

July 5, 20265 min read
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What is the best diet for eye health?
Eye Health

What is the best diet for eye health?

A guide to the nutrients, foods and eating habits that support healthy vision and reduce the risk of common eye conditions.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Being a "Glaucoma Suspect"
Glaucoma

Being a "Glaucoma Suspect"

What it means to be labelled a glaucoma suspect, why early monitoring matters, and what tests are used to decide if treatment is needed.

July 5, 20265 min read
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What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve. Learn how it develops, who is at risk, what the symptoms are and how it is treated.

July 5, 20267 min read
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Is there an age limit to laser eye surgery?
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Is there an age limit to laser eye surgery?

What age you can start laser eye surgery, whether there is an upper age limit, and what matters more than your date of birth.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Can I have cataract surgery if I have age-related macular degeneration?
Eye Conditions

Can I have cataract surgery if I have age-related macular degeneration?

What AMD means for cataract surgery, whether the procedure is safe, and how to get the best vision after the operation.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Getting back to your routine after cataract surgery
Aftercare

Getting back to your routine after cataract surgery

When you can return to work, driving, exercise, housework and daily life after cataract surgery, with practical recovery tips.

July 6, 20267 min read
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When should I have cataract surgery?
Treatments

When should I have cataract surgery?

How to know when the time is right for cataract surgery, from vision symptoms and driving to the risks of waiting too long.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Contact lenses, dry eyes and laser eye surgery
Treatments

Contact lenses, dry eyes and laser eye surgery

How contact lens wear and dry eye affect laser eye surgery eligibility, and what to do before your assessment.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Looking after your eyes in the sun
Eye Conditions

Looking after your eyes in the sun

Why UV protection matters for your eyes, how to choose sunglasses, and tips for keeping your vision safe in bright light.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Diabetes and eye health
Eye Conditions

Diabetes and eye health

How diabetes affects the eyes, which conditions to watch for, and why regular eye checks are essential.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Avoid itchy eyes during hayfever season
Eye Conditions

Avoid itchy eyes during hayfever season

How to reduce hayfever-related eye irritation, which treatments help, and when to seek specialist advice for allergic eye symptoms.

July 6, 20266 min read
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10 steps for digital eye strain relief
Eye Conditions

10 steps for digital eye strain relief

Simple, practical ways to reduce digital eye strain, from screen habits and lighting to drops and when to book an eye check.

July 6, 20266 min read
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What to expect when you have treatment for cataracts - Your questions answered
Treatments

What to expect when you have treatment for cataracts - Your questions answered

A clear guide to what happens before, during and after cataract treatment, from the first consultation to recovery and follow-up.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Can I have laser eye surgery if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Treatments

Can I have laser eye surgery if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

Why laser eye surgery is usually postponed during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and when it is safe to consider treatment.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Light treatment for dry eyes
Treatments

Light treatment for dry eyes

How IPL and other light-based therapies can relieve dry eye by improving the tear film and reducing inflammation around the eyelids.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Is it safer to have laser eye surgery or wear contact lenses?
Treatments

Is it safer to have laser eye surgery or wear contact lenses?

A balanced look at the risks of contact lens wear versus laser eye surgery, and how to decide which option suits your eyes and lifestyle.

July 6, 20267 min read
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When can I play golf after cataract surgery?
Aftercare

When can I play golf after cataract surgery?

How soon you can return to golf after cataract surgery, what precautions to take, and when it is safe to swing, bend and play a full round.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Laser eye surgery risks
Treatments

Laser eye surgery risks

A clear, balanced explanation of the risks associated with LASIK, SMILE and LASEK, and how a thorough assessment helps keep them low.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Who is not suitable for laser eye surgery?
Treatments

Who is not suitable for laser eye surgery?

The factors that can rule a patient out for laser eye surgery, and what alternatives exist when laser is not the best option.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Who is not suitable for lens replacement surgery?
Treatments

Who is not suitable for lens replacement surgery?

The factors that can rule a patient out for lens replacement surgery, and what alternatives exist when this treatment is not the right choice.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Who is not suitable for multifocal intraocular lenses?
Treatments

Who is not suitable for multifocal intraocular lenses?

The factors that can rule a patient out for multifocal intraocular lenses, and what alternatives exist for clear and comfortable vision.

July 6, 20267 min read
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Five golden rules for safe contact lens use
Eye Health

Five golden rules for safe contact lens use

Simple habits every contact lens wearer should follow to reduce the risk of infection, dry eye and long-term corneal damage.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Blepharitis: a practical guide to managing eyelid inflammation
Eye Conditions

Blepharitis: a practical guide to managing eyelid inflammation

What blepharitis is, why it happens, and what you can do at home to relieve eyelid inflammation and protect your eye health.

July 6, 20267 min read
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How common is dry eye after laser eye surgery?
Treatments

How common is dry eye after laser eye surgery?

How often dry eye occurs after laser eye surgery, why it happens, and what you can do to reduce the risk and recover comfortable vision.

July 6, 20266 min read
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How common is dry eye after lens replacement surgery?
Treatments

How common is dry eye after lens replacement surgery?

How often dry eye occurs after lens replacement surgery, why it happens, and how to manage it during recovery.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Can I have lens replacement surgery after laser eye surgery?
Patient guides

Can I have lens replacement surgery after laser eye surgery?

Ms Pearsall explains whether previous laser eye surgery rules out lens replacement, and when it can be the right next step.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Am I eligible for laser eye surgery?
Patient guides

Am I eligible for laser eye surgery?

Ms Pearsall explains who is typically suitable for laser eye surgery, and which health, age or eye factors may mean another option is better.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Can I have laser eye surgery twice?
Patient guides

Can I have laser eye surgery twice?

Ms Pearsall explains whether a second laser procedure is possible, when it may be appropriate, and what alternatives exist if more corneal treatment is not advisable.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Am I eligible for lens replacement surgery?
Patient guides

Am I eligible for lens replacement surgery?

Ms Pearsall outlines who is typically suitable for lens replacement surgery, and which health or eye factors may mean another option is better.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Does lens replacement surgery hurt?
Patient guides

Does lens replacement surgery hurt?

Ms Pearsall explains what patients really feel during and after lens replacement surgery, and how discomfort is kept to a minimum.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Is laser eye surgery safe?
Patient guides

Is laser eye surgery safe?

Ms Pearsall answers the most common patient question: how safe is modern laser eye surgery, and what determines a good outcome.

July 5, 20266 min read
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LASIK vs SMILE: which laser procedure is right for you?
Treatments

LASIK vs SMILE: which laser procedure is right for you?

A consultant's guide to LASIK vs SMILE — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

July 1, 20266 min read
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How much does laser eye surgery cost in the UK in 2026?
Pricing

How much does laser eye surgery cost in the UK in 2026?

A transparent, up-to-date view of laser eye surgery cost UK in UK private practice in 2026.

June 28, 20265 min read
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Is laser eye surgery painful? An honest answer
Treatments

Is laser eye surgery painful? An honest answer

A consultant's guide to is laser eye surgery painful — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

June 25, 20264 min read
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Am I a candidate for LASIK? The 6 factors I assess
Treatments

Am I a candidate for LASIK? The 6 factors I assess

A consultant's guide to LASIK candidate — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

June 22, 20266 min read
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SMILE laser eye surgery explained by a consultant
Treatments

SMILE laser eye surgery explained by a consultant

A consultant's guide to SMILE laser eye surgery — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

June 19, 20266 min read
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LASEK vs LASIK: when the older procedure is still the right choice
Treatments

LASEK vs LASIK: when the older procedure is still the right choice

A consultant's guide to LASEK vs LASIK — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

June 16, 20265 min read
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Wavefront-guided laser eye surgery: what it actually means
Treatments

Wavefront-guided laser eye surgery: what it actually means

A consultant's guide to wavefront laser — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

June 13, 20265 min read
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Can I have laser eye surgery if I have astigmatism?
Eye Conditions

Can I have laser eye surgery if I have astigmatism?

What laser eye surgery astigmatism means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

June 10, 20265 min read
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How safe is laser eye surgery? The evidence in 2026
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How safe is laser eye surgery? The evidence in 2026

A consultant's guide to laser eye surgery safety — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

June 7, 20266 min read
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Recovery timeline after LASIK: day-by-day
Aftercare

Recovery timeline after LASIK: day-by-day

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on LASIK recovery.

June 4, 20265 min read
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Dry eyes after laser eye surgery: prevention and treatment
Aftercare

Dry eyes after laser eye surgery: prevention and treatment

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on dry eyes after LASIK.

June 1, 20265 min read
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What happens if I blink during laser eye surgery?
Treatments

What happens if I blink during laser eye surgery?

A consultant's guide to blinking during laser eye surgery — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

May 29, 20263 min read
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Can laser eye surgery correct short-sightedness for good?
Eye Conditions

Can laser eye surgery correct short-sightedness for good?

What laser eye surgery myopia means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

May 26, 20265 min read
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Laser eye surgery over 40: is it still an option?
Treatments

Laser eye surgery over 40: is it still an option?

A consultant's guide to laser eye surgery over 40 — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

May 23, 20265 min read
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Why prescription stability matters before laser surgery
Treatments

Why prescription stability matters before laser surgery

A consultant's guide to prescription stability laser surgery — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

May 20, 20264 min read
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Contact lenses before laser eye surgery: how long to stop
Treatments

Contact lenses before laser eye surgery: how long to stop

A consultant's guide to contact lenses before laser eye surgery — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

May 17, 20264 min read
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Night driving after laser eye surgery: what to expect
Aftercare

Night driving after laser eye surgery: what to expect

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on night driving after laser.

May 14, 20264 min read
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Enhancement procedures: what if I need a top-up after laser surgery?
Treatments

Enhancement procedures: what if I need a top-up after laser surgery?

A consultant's guide to laser eye surgery enhancement — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

May 11, 20265 min read
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Femtosecond laser flap creation: why the blade is history
Treatments

Femtosecond laser flap creation: why the blade is history

A consultant's guide to femtosecond laser LASIK — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

May 8, 20265 min read
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Topography-guided laser surgery for irregular corneas
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Topography-guided laser surgery for irregular corneas

A consultant's guide to topography-guided laser — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

May 5, 20265 min read
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Laser eye surgery and sport: when can I get back in the pool?
Aftercare

Laser eye surgery and sport: when can I get back in the pool?

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on laser eye surgery sport swimming.

May 2, 20264 min read
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Can I have laser eye surgery on the NHS?
Pricing

Can I have laser eye surgery on the NHS?

A transparent, up-to-date view of laser eye surgery NHS in UK private practice in 2026.

April 29, 20264 min read
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Are the cheap laser eye surgery deals safe?
Treatments

Are the cheap laser eye surgery deals safe?

A consultant's guide to cheap laser eye surgery — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 26, 20265 min read
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How to choose your laser eye surgeon in the UK
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How to choose your laser eye surgeon in the UK

A consultant's guide to choose laser eye surgeon — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 23, 20266 min read
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Long-term results of laser eye surgery: 20 years later
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Long-term results of laser eye surgery: 20 years later

A consultant's guide to long term results laser eye surgery — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 20, 20265 min read
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Refractive lens exchange (RLE) explained
Treatments

Refractive lens exchange (RLE) explained

A consultant's guide to refractive lens exchange — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 17, 20266 min read
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Trifocal lenses: reading, screens and distance in one procedure
Treatments

Trifocal lenses: reading, screens and distance in one procedure

A consultant's guide to trifocal intraocular lens — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 14, 20266 min read
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EDOF lenses vs trifocal lenses: which is right for me?
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EDOF lenses vs trifocal lenses: which is right for me?

A consultant's guide to EDOF vs trifocal — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 11, 20266 min read
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Monofocal, multifocal and monovision: your IOL options explained
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Monofocal, multifocal and monovision: your IOL options explained

A consultant's guide to IOL options — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 8, 20266 min read
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How long does lens replacement surgery take?
Treatments

How long does lens replacement surgery take?

A consultant's guide to lens replacement duration — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 5, 20264 min read
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Can I have lens replacement in both eyes on the same day?
Treatments

Can I have lens replacement in both eyes on the same day?

A consultant's guide to bilateral lens replacement — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

April 2, 20264 min read
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Refractive lens exchange over 50: the case for lens surgery
Treatments

Refractive lens exchange over 50: the case for lens surgery

A consultant's guide to RLE over 50 — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

March 30, 20265 min read
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Night vision after multifocal lenses: what to expect
Aftercare

Night vision after multifocal lenses: what to expect

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on multifocal lens night vision.

March 27, 20265 min read
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Toric lenses for astigmatism during cataract surgery
Treatments

Toric lenses for astigmatism during cataract surgery

A consultant's guide to toric IOL — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

March 24, 20265 min read
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Premium IOL upgrade: is it worth the extra cost?
Pricing

Premium IOL upgrade: is it worth the extra cost?

A transparent, up-to-date view of premium IOL cost in UK private practice in 2026.

March 21, 20265 min read
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Yttrium (YAG) laser for posterior capsule opacification
Aftercare

Yttrium (YAG) laser for posterior capsule opacification

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on YAG laser capsulotomy.

March 18, 20264 min read
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Presbyopia-correcting lenses: freedom from reading glasses
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Presbyopia-correcting lenses: freedom from reading glasses

A consultant's guide to presbyopia correcting lens — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

March 15, 20266 min read
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Lens replacement for high myopia: when laser is not enough
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Lens replacement for high myopia: when laser is not enough

A consultant's guide to lens replacement high myopia — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

March 12, 20265 min read
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Lens replacement for high hyperopia (long-sight)
Eye Conditions

Lens replacement for high hyperopia (long-sight)

What lens replacement hyperopia means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

March 9, 20265 min read
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What are the risks of refractive lens exchange?
Treatments

What are the risks of refractive lens exchange?

A consultant's guide to risks of RLE — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

March 6, 20265 min read
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Recovering from lens replacement: the first two weeks
Aftercare

Recovering from lens replacement: the first two weeks

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on lens replacement recovery.

March 3, 20265 min read
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Choosing between LASIK and lens replacement in your 50s
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Choosing between LASIK and lens replacement in your 50s

A consultant's guide to LASIK vs RLE 50s — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

February 28, 20266 min read
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Refractive lens exchange for pilots and drivers
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Refractive lens exchange for pilots and drivers

A consultant's guide to RLE pilots drivers — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

February 25, 20265 min read
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Cataract surgery explained: what actually happens
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Cataract surgery explained: what actually happens

A consultant's guide to cataract surgery explained — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

February 22, 20266 min read
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Signs you might have a cataract
Eye Conditions

Signs you might have a cataract

What cataract symptoms means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

February 19, 20265 min read
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Cataract surgery cost in the UK: private vs NHS
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Cataract surgery cost in the UK: private vs NHS

A transparent, up-to-date view of cataract surgery cost UK in UK private practice in 2026.

February 16, 20265 min read
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Fast-track private cataract surgery: what you get for the money
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Fast-track private cataract surgery: what you get for the money

A transparent, up-to-date view of fast track cataract surgery in UK private practice in 2026.

February 13, 20265 min read
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How quickly can I have cataract surgery privately?
Pricing

How quickly can I have cataract surgery privately?

A transparent, up-to-date view of cataract surgery waiting time in UK private practice in 2026.

February 10, 20264 min read
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Age-related cataract: when should you treat it?
Eye Conditions

Age-related cataract: when should you treat it?

What age related cataract when to treat means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

February 7, 20265 min read
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Can cataracts come back after surgery?
Aftercare

Can cataracts come back after surgery?

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on can cataracts return.

February 4, 20264 min read
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Cataract surgery and driving: when can I get behind the wheel?
Aftercare

Cataract surgery and driving: when can I get behind the wheel?

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on cataract surgery driving.

February 1, 20264 min read
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Diabetes and cataract surgery: what you should know
Eye Conditions

Diabetes and cataract surgery: what you should know

What diabetes cataract surgery means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

January 29, 20265 min read
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Cataract surgery and glaucoma: combined procedures
Eye Conditions

Cataract surgery and glaucoma: combined procedures

What cataract glaucoma combined means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

January 26, 20266 min read
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The 24 hours after cataract surgery: aftercare checklist
Aftercare

The 24 hours after cataract surgery: aftercare checklist

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on cataract aftercare.

January 23, 20264 min read
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Cataract surgery complications: how rare are they?
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Cataract surgery complications: how rare are they?

A consultant's guide to cataract surgery complications — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

January 20, 20265 min read
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Choosing your cataract lens: monofocal, EDOF or trifocal
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Choosing your cataract lens: monofocal, EDOF or trifocal

A consultant's guide to cataract lens choice — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

January 17, 20266 min read
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Second eye cataract surgery: when to book it
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Second eye cataract surgery: when to book it

A consultant's guide to second eye cataract — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

January 14, 20264 min read
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Cataract surgery under sedation vs general anaesthetic
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Cataract surgery under sedation vs general anaesthetic

A consultant's guide to cataract sedation — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

January 11, 20265 min read
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Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery
Treatments

Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery

A consultant's guide to femto laser cataract — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

January 8, 20265 min read
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Cataract surgery and macular degeneration
Eye Conditions

Cataract surgery and macular degeneration

What cataract macular degeneration means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

January 5, 20265 min read
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Post-cataract halos and glare: are they permanent?
Aftercare

Post-cataract halos and glare: are they permanent?

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on cataract halos glare.

January 2, 20265 min read
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Keratoconus: what it is and how we treat it
Eye Conditions

Keratoconus: what it is and how we treat it

What keratoconus treatment means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 30, 20256 min read
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Corneal cross-linking (CXL) for keratoconus
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Corneal cross-linking (CXL) for keratoconus

A consultant's guide to corneal cross linking — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

December 27, 20255 min read
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Dry eye disease: the modern approach to a common problem
Eye Conditions

Dry eye disease: the modern approach to a common problem

What dry eye disease means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 24, 20256 min read
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Blepharitis: the eyelid condition that causes 90% of dry eye
Eye Conditions

Blepharitis: the eyelid condition that causes 90% of dry eye

What blepharitis treatment means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 21, 20255 min read
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Glaucoma: the silent thief of sight
Eye Conditions

Glaucoma: the silent thief of sight

What glaucoma symptoms means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 18, 20256 min read
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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) explained
Eye Conditions

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) explained

What AMD explained means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 15, 20256 min read
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Diabetic retinopathy: why annual screening saves sight
Eye Conditions

Diabetic retinopathy: why annual screening saves sight

What diabetic retinopathy means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 12, 20255 min read
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Floaters and flashes: when to worry
Eye Conditions

Floaters and flashes: when to worry

What floaters flashes means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 9, 20254 min read
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Myopia (short-sight) explained
Eye Conditions

Myopia (short-sight) explained

What myopia explained means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 6, 20255 min read
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Hyperopia (long-sight) explained
Eye Conditions

Hyperopia (long-sight) explained

What hyperopia explained means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

December 3, 20255 min read
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Presbyopia: what happens to your eyes after 40
Eye Conditions

Presbyopia: what happens to your eyes after 40

What presbyopia means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 30, 20255 min read
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Astigmatism explained in plain English
Eye Conditions

Astigmatism explained in plain English

What astigmatism explained means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 27, 20254 min read
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Amblyopia (lazy eye) in adults: is treatment possible?
Eye Conditions

Amblyopia (lazy eye) in adults: is treatment possible?

What amblyopia adults means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 24, 20255 min read
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Uveitis: inflammation inside the eye
Eye Conditions

Uveitis: inflammation inside the eye

What uveitis means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 21, 20255 min read
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Retinal detachment: symptoms and urgent treatment
Eye Conditions

Retinal detachment: symptoms and urgent treatment

What retinal detachment means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 18, 20255 min read
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Screen time and eye strain: what actually helps
Eye Conditions

Screen time and eye strain: what actually helps

What screen time eye strain means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 15, 20255 min read
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Blue light glasses: do they actually work?
Eye Conditions

Blue light glasses: do they actually work?

What blue light glasses means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 12, 20254 min read
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Sunglasses and UV protection for your eyes
Aftercare

Sunglasses and UV protection for your eyes

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on sunglasses UV protection.

November 9, 20254 min read
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Diet and eye health: what the evidence supports
Eye Conditions

Diet and eye health: what the evidence supports

What diet eye health means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 6, 20255 min read
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Smoking and your eyes: an ophthalmologist's view
Eye Conditions

Smoking and your eyes: an ophthalmologist's view

What smoking eye health means, how it is diagnosed, and the modern treatment options.

November 3, 20254 min read
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Exercise after eye surgery: what is safe when
Aftercare

Exercise after eye surgery: what is safe when

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on exercise after eye surgery.

October 31, 20254 min read
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Flying after eye surgery: is it safe?
Aftercare

Flying after eye surgery: is it safe?

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on flying after eye surgery.

October 28, 20254 min read
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Eye makeup after surgery: when it is safe to restart
Aftercare

Eye makeup after surgery: when it is safe to restart

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on makeup after eye surgery.

October 25, 20254 min read
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Swimming after eye surgery: chlorine, salt water and lakes
Aftercare

Swimming after eye surgery: chlorine, salt water and lakes

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on swimming after eye surgery.

October 22, 20254 min read
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Working from home after eye surgery
Aftercare

Working from home after eye surgery

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on work after eye surgery.

October 19, 20254 min read
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Understanding private eye surgery consultations
Pricing

Understanding private eye surgery consultations

A transparent, up-to-date view of private eye surgery consultation in UK private practice in 2026.

October 16, 20255 min read
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Finance options for private laser and lens surgery
Pricing

Finance options for private laser and lens surgery

A transparent, up-to-date view of eye surgery finance UK in UK private practice in 2026.

October 13, 20254 min read
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Does private medical insurance cover cataract surgery?
Pricing

Does private medical insurance cover cataract surgery?

A transparent, up-to-date view of insurance cataract surgery in UK private practice in 2026.

October 10, 20254 min read
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What is included in the price of laser eye surgery?
Pricing

What is included in the price of laser eye surgery?

A transparent, up-to-date view of laser eye surgery price included in UK private practice in 2026.

October 7, 20254 min read
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Free consultations: are they really free?
Pricing

Free consultations: are they really free?

A transparent, up-to-date view of free eye consultation in UK private practice in 2026.

October 4, 20253 min read
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Second opinions in refractive surgery: when and why
Treatments

Second opinions in refractive surgery: when and why

A consultant's guide to second opinion eye surgery — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

October 1, 20254 min read
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Consultant-led care: what the term actually means
Treatments

Consultant-led care: what the term actually means

A consultant's guide to consultant led care ophthalmology — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

September 28, 20255 min read
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What to bring to your first eye consultation
Aftercare

What to bring to your first eye consultation

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on first eye consultation checklist.

September 25, 20253 min read
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How our diagnostic workup builds your treatment plan
Treatments

How our diagnostic workup builds your treatment plan

A consultant's guide to eye diagnostic workup — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

September 22, 20255 min read
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Why choose a private consultant ophthalmic surgeon?
Treatments

Why choose a private consultant ophthalmic surgeon?

A consultant's guide to private consultant ophthalmic surgeon — how it works, who it suits, and what to expect.

September 19, 20255 min read
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Women in ophthalmology: a personal note
Clinics

Women in ophthalmology: a personal note

News and updates on women in ophthalmology from our UK clinic network.

September 16, 20254 min read
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Our 17 UK clinics: how to choose the right location
Clinics

Our 17 UK clinics: how to choose the right location

News and updates on UK eye clinics from our UK clinic network.

September 13, 20254 min read
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Multilingual eye care: patients in five languages
Clinics

Multilingual eye care: patients in five languages

News and updates on multilingual eye clinic from our UK clinic network.

September 10, 20253 min read
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Preparing for your day of surgery: a step-by-step guide
Aftercare

Preparing for your day of surgery: a step-by-step guide

Practical aftercare and recovery guidance from Ms Tahmina Pearsall on day of eye surgery guide.

September 7, 20255 min read
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Is it worth travelling to find the right surgeon for my lens replacement surgery?
Patient guides

Is it worth travelling to find the right surgeon for my lens replacement surgery?

Ms Pearsall explains how far patients should travel for lens replacement surgery, and what matters more than distance when choosing a surgeon.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Should I travel abroad for my lens replacement surgery?
Patient guides

Should I travel abroad for my lens replacement surgery?

Ms Pearsall weighs the risks and benefits of having lens replacement surgery overseas, and what to consider before booking treatment abroad.

July 5, 20266 min read
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I am fed up of wearing glasses — how do I get rid of reading glasses?
Patient guides

I am fed up of wearing glasses — how do I get rid of reading glasses?

Ms Pearsall explains why reading glasses become unavoidable in your 40s, and how modern lens surgery can restore near, intermediate and distance vision.

July 5, 20266 min read
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Top ten tips for healthy eyes
Eye Conditions

Top ten tips for healthy eyes

Simple, evidence-based habits from Ms Pearsall to protect your vision and keep your eyes healthy for years to come.

July 5, 20265 min read
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