At Prema, we use LASEK as one method for safe and effective laser eye surgery. We can treat common sight concerns such as: hyperopia, myopia and astigmatism.

Treatment at a glance

Treatment Time

Under 5 mins per eye

Anaesthetic

Numbing drops

Downtime

2 days

Price

£2150 per eye

Key Benefit

Safe and effective

Laser Eye Surgery
Laser Eye Surgery

When a person experiences issues with the quality of their vision, it’s usually due to light rays bending incorrectly when they enter the eye and focusing away from the retina instead of on its surface. In many situations, glasses (spectacles) are used to help light bend correctly for vision to remain clear.

The LASEK procedure focuses on changing the shape of the cornea (the clear window located at the front of the eye). It does this by using an alcohol-based solution, along with the laser, to move epithelial cells found on the surface of the eye to one side.

This method is an advanced version of vision correction, replacing a more invasive technique whereby a scalpel was used to form a flap. The development of laser eye surgery, particularly LASEK, has meant that patients can experience a more comfortable procedure with less downtime.

What are the benefits of Laser Eye Surgery?

  • Procedure is quick and relatively pain-free
  • Good result reported within 1 week
  • Clinically proven treatment - 97% satisfaction rate
  • Suitable for patients with dry eyes, thin corneas or those who participate in contact sports
  • Surgery is minimally invasive
  • Future adjustments to vision can be made
Laser Eye Surgery
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How Is It Performed?

1. Local anaesthetic eye drops are applied to both eyes

2. An alcohol-based solution is used to separate the cells from the surface of the cornea

3. The cells are gently rolled aside

4. The Schwind Amaris 1050RS is then used to reshape the cornea. An average 3 diopter treatment needs less than 6 seconds of laser application

5. The surface cells are replaced and aligned back into their original position

6. A contact lens is placed on the surface to act as a bandage

How Is It Performed?

1. Local anaesthetic eye drops are applied to both eyes

2. An alcohol-based solution is used to separate the cells from the surface of the cornea

3. The cells are gently rolled aside

4. The Schwind Amaris 1050RS is then used to reshape the cornea. An average 3 diopter treatment needs less than 6 seconds of laser application

5. The surface cells are replaced and aligned back into their original position

6. A contact lens is placed on the surface to act as a bandage

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More and more patients are requesting laser eye surgery to help correct their vision without the use of spectacles or contact lenses. With over 32 million procedures having been performed around the world, laser eye surgery is considered to be very safe. At our Prema clinic in Guildford our specialist, independent Consultant Eye Surgeons are highly trained and experienced.

We take many factors into account when determining a patient’s suitability for the procedure, and will only recommend the most suitable form of eye correction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions

At Prema you’ll have a personally designated doctor who’ll carry out your consultation. During this session we conduct a thorough examination of the eye, checking for related concerns, such as: dry eye, large pupils and high eye pressure. Through a detailed analysis of the cornea, we’ll be able to assess your suitability for laser eye surgery, and determine which areas of the cornea to address.

Our care plan is fully inclusive of all treatments and follow-up reviews whilst in the clinic, and for up to 2 years thereafter. You will be seen by your designated surgeon at every appointment and you are encouraged to contact the clinic at any time, should you have any concerns.

With your surgeon will be a team of experienced optometrists and nurses. Laser eye surgery can be performed in as little as 10 minutes per eye, for which you will be lying in a comfortable reclining chair. You may be given some medication to help you relax, if this is necessary, and numbing drops will be applied to the eye. An instrument is used to keep the eye open, and a special solution that helps to separate the surface epithelial cells is applied through a ‘well’ that holds the solution in place for around 30 seconds. After the cornea has been reshaped, and the surface cells are back in place, a bandage contact lens is administered to protect the eye while it heals.

Laser eye surgery using the LASEK technique is found to be very comfortable. In most cases, patients only describe the feeling of some slight pressure on the eye while the procedure is being carried out.

It is normal for you to feel some minor discomfort in the 24 / 48 hours that follow the procedure. This is because treatment addresses the surface of the eye. Numbing drops and / or oral analgesia can be used to manage any post-treatment sensitivity.

The recovery period following laser eye surgery is usually tolerated very well. The eyes may feel irritated for a few days, with clearer vision developing within 4 – 7 days.

Our aftercare advice helps to reduce the chance of complications. We prescribe some eye drops for the first 4 weeks to prevent infection, but some patients also require lubrication drops for a further few months. This will be assessed at your follow-up appointments. You may legally drive the next day, but you should be aware that it can take several weeks for your vision to stabilise. We advise you to avoid applying eye make-up for a few weeks, as well as strenuous exercise, heaving lifting and sports / swimming.

As laser eye surgery is a surgical procedure we can not guarantee it is totally risk-free. A comprehensive consultation ensures we are confident of your suitability for the procedure, and we’ll ensure you are fully informed before the procedure goes ahead. There is a slight chance of small risks, including: dry eyes, haloes, glare and under / over-correction, and our highly trained team takes steps to ensure these risks are kept to a minimum.

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Treatments Spotlight

LASIK/SMILE

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LASIK / SMILE

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The most popular laser eye surgery is LASIK. It’s used to treat common concerns we refer to as refractive errors, including: astigmatism, myopia and hyperopia.

Refractive Lens Exchange

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Refractive Lens Exchange

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Although laser eye surgery is a consideration for patients of any age, those who are over 45 may not be suitable.

Laser Guided Cataract Surgery

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Laser Guided Cataract Surgery

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Our laser guided cataract surgery uses femtosecond laser technology, known as FLACS which is one of the most accurate ways to safely remove cataracts.

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