What is cataract treatment and how does it work?
What cataract surgery works is with a keyhole surgery technique where we make three extremely tiny keyhole incisions in the eye.
What is an implantable contact lens?
Alex Shortt informs us about the implantable contact lens (ICL) and its benefits.
What is Alex Shortt’s training and experience?
Alex Shortt discusses his journey from observing his aunt's eye surgery as a child to becoming a successful Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon. He, additionally, reveals the most rewarding thing about his job.
How much does SMILE cost?
ReLEx SMILE is more expensive than conventional laser eye surgery because you are paying for premium technology with advantages to you. Alex Shortt explains the additional costs and why ReLEx SMILE can achieve higher quality results.
What are the SMILE risks and side effects?
Alex Shortt discusses ReLEx SMILE, its advantages and how it compares to LASIK.
What is the recovery time for Laser Eye Surgery?
What is the recovery time for laser eye surgery? The recovery time depends on which type of laser eye surgery you have The recovery time following laser eye surgery varies depending on which type of laser eye surgery you have. With the first generation of laser
Is it possible to perform laser eye surgery on both eyes?
Is it possible to perform laser eye surgery on both eyes? We usually perform laser eye surgery on both eyes on the same day Laser eye surgery is always performed on both eyes on the same day with a few very rare exceptions. The logic is
What happens on the day of laser eye surgery?
How does a laser eye surgery day in the UK look like? Your surgeon, Alex Shortt, talks you through it. Learn more...
Laser eye surgery myths
Laser eye surgery myths Vision correction surgery misconceptions vary from minor inaccuracies, such as “it only lasts a few years, right?” to the ludicrous; “Do you have to take the eyeball out to do it?” - the answer to both these questions is no I am
How long does laser eye surgery take?
How long does laser eye surgery take? The whole time that you are in the clinic for having laser eye surgery is about 90 minutes The whole admission to the clinic and the whole time that you are in the clinic for having laser eye surgery