{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/find-out-why-taylor-swift-chose-laser-vision-correction-and-so-should-you-bp\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/find-out-why-taylor-swift-chose-laser-vision-correction-and-so-should-you-bp\/","headline":"Find out why Taylor Swift chose laser vision correction and so should you","name":"Find out why Taylor Swift chose laser vision correction and so should you","description":"I\u2019m going to tell you step-by-step why having laser vision correction with me is not only going to give you life-changing results you desire but will be a \u2018swift\u2019, 5-star experience that even the pop diva herself approves.","datePublished":"2019-12-20","dateModified":"2020-08-13","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/author\/alex-shortt\/#Person","name":"Alex Shortt","url":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/author\/alex-shortt\/","identifier":4667,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/6afb756e1dc43ed28773098aff9af37d7e16c92671dbd22f5a9bbcb21063c139?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/6afb756e1dc43ed28773098aff9af37d7e16c92671dbd22f5a9bbcb21063c139?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alex Shortt","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/alex-shortt-logo-white-600x140-1.png","url":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/alex-shortt-logo-white-600x140-1.png","width":600,"height":140}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Why-taylor-swift-chose-laser-vision-correction-and-so-should-you-alex-shortt-london-2.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Why-taylor-swift-chose-laser-vision-correction-and-so-should-you-alex-shortt-london-2.jpg","height":450,"width":800},"url":"https:\/\/www.alexshortt.co.uk\/find-out-why-taylor-swift-chose-laser-vision-correction-and-so-should-you-bp\/","about":["LASEK","Laser Eye Surgery","LASIK","Presbyopia Treatment","SMILE Laser Eye Surgery"],"wordCount":1410,"articleBody":"Find out why Taylor Swift chose laser vision correction and so should youIf you\u2019re anything like Taylor Swift, then you too may like to enjoy a life free from the restraints of glasses and contact lenses. I\u2019m going to tell you step-by-step why having laser vision correction with me is not only going to give you life-changing results you desire but will be a \u2018swift\u2019, 5-star experience that even the pop diva herself approves.Strut down the catwalkJust like Taylor Swift en-route to the 2019 MTV VMAs, you too can strut down the red carpet alongside the rich and famous. The only difference is this red carpet leads to my state-of-the-art hospital tucked just around the corner from the prestigious Harley Street, right in the heart of the capital.\u00a0Upon arriving, you\u2019ll be greeted by one of our receptionists who will escort you to a plush seat and give you some paperwork to complete.Welcomed by your biggest fansOnce you\u2019ve done all the scribbling and signing, you\u2019ll be met by one of our patient liaison specialists. Don\u2019t worry, these guys won\u2019t be demanding selfies and autographs. However, they do want to get to know you inside and out.\u00a0They will explain everything that happens during your two-hour visit and will act as your main point of contact throughout your journey with us. They can answer your questions and pass on any concerns you may have to me. They have your best interests at heart and will seamlessly guide you through the whole process from start to finish.\u00a0Your goals are their goals, and they will do everything to ensure your needs are met.The audition\u00a0The next step in your pathway is your audition, this takes place in the diagnostic suite. Here we decide whether or not you make the cut. Here, we\u2019re looking for two things. First of all, whether or not you have any evidence of any eye disease or problems, and secondly, your suitability for vision correction surgery.\u00a0We use very specialized machines that all work in a very similar way. We sit you in a chair and move each of these machines in, one at a time. You put your chin on the chin rest, your head forward against the top, and you look through at a light within the machine. None of these machines touch your eye whatsoever, so there\u2019s no discomfort during any of the scans. You simply have to look at a bright light for a few seconds without blinking.Now that you\u2019ve had all of the necessary scans, I can determine whether or not you\u2019re suitable for vision correction surgery and indeed, which of the various options for vision correction is best for you.My practice is unique in that I am able to perform all of the different variety of vision correction techniques. This includes refractive lens exchange with multifocal lens implants, cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants, ICL lens implants, all three generations of laser eye surgery, and more \u2013 but these are the most common types of vision correction techniques.The dress rehearsalAs expected, you\u2019ve smashed the audition and now it\u2019s time for the dress rehearsal. Here the optometrist uses specialised equipment to take all of your measurements \u2013 that is your glasses prescription measurements of course.\u00a0Our optometrists are specialists in refractive surgery and understanding what it is that you want to use your vision for. Some patients want to focus on their closeup vision, for others distance vision is the priority.Once they\u2019re finished, we will have all of the measurements required to know exactly what solution is best for correcting your vision.\u00a0\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSearch for:\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRecent Posts\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2018Can I wear make-up before and after laser eye surgery?\u2019\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow long does laser eye surgery last?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSMILE v LASIK v PRK – What Are the Different Types ?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCan I get laser eye surgery?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tA clear look into the types of laser eye surgery in London\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTake the eye surgery self-test to see if you qualifyNot everyone is a candidate for eye surgery. Find out if laser eye surgery could help you ditch your glasses and contact lenses by taking this fast quizTAKE FAST SUITABILITY QUIZMeet the choreographerThat\u2019s me! Your surgeon.\u00a0Now that we know you\u2019re suitable and have collected all the information we need, I want to review it with you and talk you through the routine.\u00a0In general, a consultation with me takes 20 to 30 minutes. I think it\u2019s really important that we get to know each other and talk about any thoughts and feelings you may have so we can ensure your expectations are met.\u00a0After that, I\u2019ll explain everything you need to know about the procedure. We can discuss the risks and benefits of the procedure, and you can ask me any questions that you have.Chill-out back-stage\u00a0\u00a0We think it\u2019s important that you relax and unwind before your treatment. After all, you\u2019ve probably taken the day off work so you may as well treat it like a holiday.\u00a0The nurses will show you to your very own private room complete with ensuite and comfortable furnishings. While you\u2019re here, the nurses will check your blood pressure and ensure you\u2019re feeling comfortable and happy.\u00a0After that, I\u2019ll pop in to see you. I\u2019ll make sure you\u2019re feeling confident about the treatment and we\u2019ll complete the consent process. You can ask me any further questions and I\u2019ll address any of your concerns.The next step is very important, we\u2019re going to give you some sedation. Our nurses will give you a small tablet to take. It will take 20 minutes for dissipation to work after which you\u2019re going to start feeling even more relaxed.The main eventWe\u2019re off to the theatre! Accept, for this production, you don\u2019t need to wear your glad rags. The cosy comfies will do just fine.\u00a0Unfortunately, in this theatre, you won\u2019t find the likes of Billy Elliot or The Lion King. You will, however, find the latest VisuMax and Zeiss excimer lasers. We use these to perform LASIK, LASEK and SMILE.I warn you now, this will probably be the quickest performance you\u2019ve ever endured. In just 10 minutes, we have prepared you for treatment, administered anaesthetic eye drops and corrected your vision in both eyes. The time that the laser is working for is no longer than 30 seconds. Yes, it\u2019s very quick. Most of my patients are quite shocked when I tell them it\u2019s over.\u00a0Relish in the glory\u00a0*Round of applause* You\u2019ve breezed through the main event and now it\u2019s time to kick back and relax. Everything went perfectly and your eyes are instantly more in focus, but your vision may be quite foggy \u2013 for now.The first thing that we do after your surgery is we examine your eyes with a machine, to make sure everything is the way it\u2019s meant to be and I\u2019m happy with your treatment.Next, we bring you into one of our recovery rooms where we check your blood pressure, make sure you\u2019re feeling okay. And then five to 10 minutes after the treatment, if you\u2019re feeling good, you\u2019re free to leave.Well, that\u2019s your vision correction pathway from beginning to end. Your assessment takes two hours to perform comprehensively. The surgery itself, you\u2019re going to be here in the hospital with us for between one and two hours.Thank you for visiting. If you\u2019re interested in coming for a free complimentary vision assessment appointment, then please do feel free to contact us.Share This PostAbout the authorMr Alex J. Shortt | Consultant Ophthalmic SurgeonMB BCh MSc PhD FRCOphth PGDipCatRefI’m Alex Shortt, a highly trained academic researcher and Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon based in London\u2019s famous Harley Street medical district. I trained and worked as a consultant for 14 years at London\u2019s Moorfields Eye Hospital. I specialise in advanced technologies for correcting vision, including cataract surgery, implantable contact lenses and laser vision correction.Learn more about meGet a complimentary vision assessment todayComplete the form below to chat with a member of my team. Discover if you’re suitable for a life changing vision correction procedure\t\/* Add your own Mailchimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block.\t   We recommend moving this block and the preceding CSS link to the HEAD of your HTML file. *\/    \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t        I consent to receive valuable and relevant e-mails\t\t\t\t\t\t                "}