Procedures

Is laser eye surgery safe?

Yes, laser eye surgery is one of the safest and painless vision correction procedures, with over 30 years of clinical data on its long term

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Does Laser Eye Surgery Work?

Yes, laser eye surgery works in the majority of cases. Laser eye surgery is the most common form of lifestyle surgery that adults choose to

How is Laser Eye Surgery Performed?

Laser eye surgery is a quick procedure that involves reshaping the cornea to correct vision. The surgery is performed using a femtosecond laser rather than

Does Laser Eye Surgery Hurt?

Worried whether laser eye surgery hurts or is painful during the recovery process? It’s an understandable concern. The good news is it’s unlikely you’ll feel

How long does laser eye surgery last? | OCL Vision

In the vast majority of cases, laser eye surgery is a permanent vision correction option for patients. However, with age, your eyes may change and

Am I suitable for laser eye surgery?

Most people with normal prescriptions can undergo laser eye surgery without a problem. But there are still some patients who may not be suitable for

Presbymax | Suitability, process, and cost

Presbymax is a sophisticated laser eye surgery procedure that is available only on the Schwind Amaris 1050RS laser platform. Presbymax treats presbyopia (also known as

LASIK eye surgery – procedure, cost & safety

LASIK is an eye surgery procedure suitable for 90% of people with poor eyesight and offers superb results, becoming one of the safest available and

Femtosecond Laser Cataract Surgery | Procedure, benefits, & cost

Our surgeons at OCL perform femtosecond laser cataract surgery with the use of a bladeless, femtosecond laser (the latest advance in cataract surgery), which offers

Why choose OCL for your cataract surgery?

Our cataract surgery is performed by some of the UK’s top 10 surgeons. They perform cataract surgery with advanced technologies including laser cataract surgery, Zeiss

Visian ICL phakic lens implant

As experts in the treatment of high myopia, at OCL we have extensive research and practical expertise with Phakic IOL technology – the Visian implantable

Cataract surgery in London, Herts & Kent – what to expect, aftercare & cost

Cataract surgery is essential to preserve vision when a cataract has formed on the lens of the eye. It involves the removal of the existing,

Lens Implant Surgery

We can perform innovative lens implant surgery for people who are not suitable for standard cataract surgery or permanent lens replacement surgery, such as patients

Refractive Lens Exchange | Procedure and Lens Types

Refractive lens exchange surgery (RLE), also known as PreLex (presbyopic lens exchange), clear lens extraction (CLE) and permanent lens replacement surgery is a type of surgery

Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) Surgery | Procedure & cost

The implantable collamer or implantable contact lens is an option for patients who are not suitable for LASIK because of a very high prescription or

Iris Implant Surgery process, implant types, and cost

OCL offers various corrective surgeries to repair iris and pupil abnormalities, including offering the HumanOptics Customflex Artificial Iris Implant. Iris and pupil problems may occur due

Glaucoma eye tests

Glaucoma causes damage to the optic nerve and is usually associated with high eye pressure – for this reason both the optic nerve and eye

Is glaucoma hereditary?

Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the optic nerve. Risk factors for developing glaucoma include family history. Learn more today. If you have questions

Trabeculectomy

Trabeculectomy is a type of glaucoma surgery offered by OCL. Here we give you more details about what it is, what to expect from the

Glaucoma Treatment | Causes, treatment options & cost

Glaucoma is a condition affecting a persons sight, which if untreated can lead to visual loss. It is usually caused by the build up of

High eye pressure & Glaucoma

Eye pressure or intraocular pressure depends on the force the aqueous humor fluid in the eye exerts inside the front of the eye. A high

Vitrectomy | Process & costs

Vitrectomy is a type of eye surgery, whereby a structure known as the vitreous humour or gel is removed. Vitrectomy enables both the removal of

Intravitreal Injections for Retinal Disorders | Process & costs

Prompt assessment and treatment is the key to successful management of retinal disorders. The main mode of treatment is through injections into the vitreous cavity

How much does private cataract surgery cost?

The cost of private cataract surgery depends on factors such as whether you want the procedure carried out with a blade-free laser, and which lens

Anti-wrinkle injections | Treatment applications & cost

Botulinum Toxin works by weakening the action of the muscles being treated, which has the effect of softening lines and wrinkles making the skin look

Facial Dermal Fillers | Types of fillers, precautions & cost

Dermal Fillers are made from Hyaluronic Acid – a gel-like substance that is found naturally in our bodies which helps to keep our skin and

Surgery to remove eyelid cysts (chalazion)

There are different types of tissue around the eyelid; skin, muscle, glands and fat. Lesions (or cysts) on eyelids can arise from any of these

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) | What to expect & costs

Blepharoplasty surgery, also known as ‘eye lift’, can significantly improve the appearance of the eyelid region, giving a natural correction to a tired, sad or

Oculoplastic Surgery

“Oculoplastic surgery” describes surgical procedures carried out in and around the eye. At OCL Vision, we offer a number of these types of surgery, such

Corneal procedures – what types are there?

“Corneal surgery” refers to procedures carried out to correct issues with the cornea, which is the clear window at the front of the eye. Read

Ptosis surgery process, treatment options, and cost

Ptosis, also known as droopy eyelid, is the drooping of the upper eyelid. Ptosis is usually best corrected by surgery to restore the upper eyelid

Eyelid Laxity Surgery | What to expect, treatment options & cost

Once the muscles and fat around the eyelids lose their volume and elasticity, the eyelids can become loose and no longer retain their normal position

Dry eye treatment and blepharitis treatment

If you have inflammation around the edges of the eyelids or crusting, itching or discomfort, you may suffer from Blepharitis. Whereas if your eyes feel

Reading vision correction | Treatment options

For patients seeking specialist vision correction, OCL provides an unrivalled service, performing various advanced vision correction procedures with state-of-the-art technology for eye conditions including myopia

Keraring Surgery For Keratoconus and Astigmatism

Keraring corneal ring implants are suitable for people who have keratoconus. Keratoconus leads to increased bulging of the cornea together with increasing levels of astigmatism and

Corneal Transplant | Types, process, and cost

Corneal transplantation refers to the replacement of all or part of the cornea (the front window of the eye) with a donor cornea. It was

Corneal Collagen Crosslinking | Types, process, and cost

Corneal Collagen Crosslinking is the proven, effective treatment to prevent the progression of keratoconus; if performed early enough, it can prevent many of the problems associated

How much does private cataract surgery cost?

The cost of private cataract surgery depends on factors such as whether you want the procedure carried out with a blade-free laser, and which lens

What to expect on the day and after cataract surgery

Traditional cataract surgery is performed manually and involves a small incision being made in the eye to remove the cloudy lens using a highly-sophisticated ultrasound