Laser Eye Surgery in Cardiff
Choosing laser eye surgery in Cardiff shouldn't feel like a sales process. Every treatment on this page is performed by Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Ms Tahmina Pearsall herself — never delegated to a visiting optometrist — with full pre-operative scans, itemised written quotes and 12 months of consultant-led aftercare included.
Why patients in Cardiff choose Ms Tahmina Pearsall
- Wavefront-guided LASIK, SMILE and PRK — matched to your cornea, not sold as a package
- Same consultant performs your scans, surgery and every follow-up
- 1-day, 1-week, 1-month and 3-month reviews all included
- Enhancement guarantee for 12 months
- 0% APR finance from £59/month, subject to status
- Recognised by Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, WPA, Cigna, Vitality and Healix
Cardiff Clinic
Northgate House, Kingsway, Cardiff
CF10 3FD
What to expect on the day
- Warm welcome and paperwork with the clinic team
- Full pre-operative scans (OCT, biometry, topography)
- 60-minute consultation with Ms Pearsall herself
- Written, itemised quote — take home, no pressure
- Surgery date agreed on your timeline, not ours
Laser Eye Surgery (LASIK / SMILE / PRK) in Cardiff — FAQs
How much does laser eye surgery cost in the UK?+
At our clinics, laser eye surgery starts at £2,000 per eye for standard LASIK and PRK, rising to around £2,400 per eye for wavefront-guided SMILE. The final quote is confirmed in writing after your consultation and never changes on the day of surgery.
Am I suitable for laser eye surgery?+
Most people aged 21–55 with a stable prescription for at least 12 months and a healthy cornea are suitable. A 60-minute consultation with full corneal topography and OCT scans confirms candidacy — if you're not suitable for laser, we'll explain what is (usually lens replacement).
Is laser eye surgery painful?+
No. Numbing drops make the treatment itself painless; most patients describe pressure but no pain. Mild grittiness for 4–6 hours afterwards is normal and settles overnight.
How long does laser eye surgery last?+
The corneal reshaping is permanent. Distance vision typically remains stable for decades; near-vision changes (presbyopia) still occur in your 40s and are addressed separately.
Local questions from Cardiff patients
Travel, waiting times, insurers and aftercare — answered specifically for patients enquiring about laser eye surgery (lasik / smile / prk) in Cardiff.
Where is laser eye surgery carried out for Cardiff patients?+
All consultations and surgery for Cardiff patients take place at Cardiff Clinic, Northgate House, Kingsway, Cardiff, CF10 3FD. Consultation, scans, surgery and aftercare are all delivered at the same site by the same consultant.
How long is the wait for laser eye surgery near Cardiff?+
Most Cardiff patients are seen for consultation within 5–7 days and treated within 2–3 weeks. There is no NHS-style waiting list — your date is agreed at your consultation and held for you.
Do you see patients from across the UK?+
Yes. Patients travel to Cardiff Clinic from Cardiff and the wider the UK area. Appointments are grouped so travelling patients can complete scans and consultation in a single visit, and post-operative checks can be timed around your journey.
Who performs laser eye surgery for Cardiff patients?+
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Ms Tahmina Pearsall performs every procedure herself. You meet the same surgeon at your Cardiff consultation, in theatre and at each follow-up — care is never handed to a visiting optometrist or a rotating surgical team.
Can I use private medical insurance in Cardiff?+
Yes. Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, WPA, Cigna, Vitality and Healix are all recognised. If you're self-paying, you receive a written, itemised quote at consultation that includes scans, lens, theatre time and 12 months of aftercare — the price does not change on the day.
How do I get to the clinic from Cardiff?+
Cardiff Clinic sits in central Cardiff at CF10 3FD, within easy reach by car or public transport, with parking on site or close by.
How many follow-up visits will I need after laser eye surgery?+
Typically a next-day check, then reviews at one week, one month and three months. For Cardiff patients travelling further, some reviews can be consolidated or handled by video where it is clinically safe to do so.
Book your Cardiff consultation
One number, one email, one consultant — no call centres.