Every year, over 3 million lens surgeries are carried out across Europe.
The Optical Express surgeons have the latest technology at their fingertips. It’s so advanced that the vast majority of people who visit us about lens replacement surgery are good candidates for the procedure.
Even if you’ve been told in the past that lens surgery’s not an option, you could now be suitable for the treatment that will change the way you live. The only way to know for sure is to visit us for a free, no-obligation consultation.
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Here are the answers to the questions we're asked most often.
The short answer is: Yes
The intraocular lenses we use can treat up to 12.00 diopters of astigmatism. We offer the latest technology which, combined with our medical expertise, means that more people than ever can have this life changing treatment.
The short answer is: Yes
Lens surgery is ideal for long sighted patients. Lens replacement and lens enhancement are both effective alternatives for patients who aren't suitable for laser eye surgery.
The short answer is: Yes
Lens surgery is suitable for most patients with glaucoma, from mild to severe cases. Many patients with glaucoma may be eligible for a monofocal IOL option, which can be accompanied by other forms of treatment for the condition. However, we must be sure that the condition is stable before treatment. Your optometrist will discuss your individual requirements during your consultation, before this is discussed in detail with your surgeon.
The short answer is: Yes
Both lens replacement and lens enhancement surgery are suitable for patients with short sightedness. They are highly effective and offer long term results, even for the most severe conditions.
The short answer is: A small number of patients
Most patients are suitable for lens surgery, but if this isn't right for you, we will offer an alternative solution and your optometrist and surgeon will discuss this with you in detail. The only way to find out if lens surgery is an option for you is to attend a free Optical Express consultation.