Eye Treatments
We take an unbiased approach to recommending eye treatments.
Why should you choose Custom Vision Clinic for your eye treatments?
There are many eye treatments available in Yorkshire but not every treatment is suitable for every person. At Custom Vision Clinic, we take an unbiased approach when recommending eye treatments, because we have access to every good option now available. Because of this, we will only ever offer you something we would offer to one of our family members or one of our close person friends.
Laser Eye Surgery
The 1st generation of laser eye surgery was PRK which is part of the family of surface laser eye surgery procedures which includes LASEK. We don’t often offer these treatments because they have been superseded by later generations. LASIK followed surface procedures making the treatments more convenient with faster results.
The 2nd generation of laser eye surgery treatments began when medical device companies introduced femtosecond laser eye surgery (also known as all-laser LASIK and by trade names such as VisuMax or IntraLase). Femtosecond laser treatments are standard at Custom Vision Clinic.
The 3rd Generation of laser eye surgery began when Zeiss introduced ReLEx SMILE ™ laser eye surgery (also known as keyhole laser eye surgery) which is more comfortable for patients and avoids any complications associated with the flap created during LASIK.
In summary, Custom Vision Clinic offers
- LASIK
- ReLEx SMILE ™ keyhole LASIK
- PRESBYOND ™ Laser Blended Vision to correct presbyopia – the loss of close-up vision as we age
Lens Replacement
Lens replacement is the general term we use with respect to removing the lens inside the eye and replacing it with an artificial lens implant.
The most common example of this is conventional cataract surgery that is available on the NHS.
We offer premium cataract surgery to correct refractive errors like myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism alongside cataract.
We also offer refractive lens exchange – also known as ‘posh cataract surgery’ to correct refractive errors but with the added benefit of avoiding cataract in the future. Often, we recommend lens replacement for patients with presbyopia, if PRESBYOND ™ Laser Blended Vision is not an option.
Keratoconus treatment and surgery
Keratoconus is a disease state of astigmatism that has historically required a corneal transplant to address. At Custom Vision Clinic, we’d like to make corneal transplants obsolete and offer Corneal Cross-Linking (CR-3) treatment and Keraring ™ Instrastromal Corneal Rings to halt the progression of keratoconus.
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Read more about laser eye surgery
New refractive surgery guidelines from The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, together with patient information on Laser Vision Correction, Phakic Intraocular Lens Implantation, Refractive Lens Exchange and a Checklist for patients will be published in April 2017. Click here for more information
Take this checklist to your consultation with your refractive surgeon performing the procedure. Discuss each item with your surgeon to help you make the decision that is right for you before having refractive surgery. Click here for more information
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ Laser Vision Correction Patient Information booklet (PDF). Click here for more information
Tips for patients interested in laser eye surgery. The road to laser eye surgery can sometimes be confusing. Thinking of the journey as a step-by-step process, from an early interest in laser eye surgery all the way to post-operative care, might make it easier. The following supporting materials will help you learn more about what happens during the process, and answer questions along the way. However, it is recommended to consult with an eye care provider to get more knowledgable of the procedure and to find out whether laser eye surgery might be an option. Click here for more information
Discover how laser eye surgeries differ and compare. The following chart provides an overview of all key facts and figures when it comes to laser eye surgery. While all three Laser Vision Correction procedures have a high success rate, they differ slightly in the refractive errors treated, the treatment method used, and the clinical specifics of each procedure. A doctor or clinic representative can help you understand which procedure is best for your individual eye condition. Click here for more information
SMILE corrects myopia and astigmatism, or a combination of both refractive errors with only a very small incision at the corneal surface. This high-precision procedure is the latest development in the refractive laser treatments. Includes videos, treatment steps, and questions and answers.
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LASIK treats refractive errors by folding away the top layer of the eye and re-shaping tissue underneath. If a femtosecond laser is used, this type of procedure is called Femto-LASIK. Includes videos, treatment steps and questions and answers. Click here for more information
PRK/LASEK procedures remove a thin cell layer from the top of the eye so the laser can reshape the underlying cornea. This surgery may be an option for those who are not eligible for LASIK or those who look for the most economic option for refractive laser surgery. Includes videos, treatment steps, and questions and answers. Click here for more information
Laser eye surgery treatments are clinically proven and established procedures. Like all surgeries, however, laser eye surgery is not free of risks and side effects. Only your ophthalmologist can explain the individual risks and decide whether laser eye treatment is an option. Some complications that can occur are… Click here for more information
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Read more about lens replacement
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists' booklet containing information helpful to patients considering Phakic Intraocular Lens Implantation. Click here for more information
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists' booklet containing information helpful to patients considering Refractive Lens Exchange. Click here for more information
The Daily Mail's good doctors guide: Meet the best cataract surgeons in Britain (featuring James Ball) and learn the cutting-edge treatments used to improve sight Click here for more information
Custom Vision Clinic’s YouTube Channel features James Ball answering hundreds of eye-related questions on video – ranging from laser refractive surgery, lens exchange and keratoconus treatment. Click here for more information
Laser eye surgery reviews of Custom Vision Clinic on Trustpilot. Click here for more information
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Read more about keratoconus surgery
Custom Vision Clinic’s YouTube Channel features James Ball answering hundreds of eye-related questions on video – ranging from laser refractive surgery, lens exchange and keratoconus treatment. Click here for more information
One of the UK’s leading sight loss charities and the largest community of blind and partially sighted people publishes information about keratoconus. Read more.
The UK Keratoconus Self-Help and Support Association (includes a discussion group and links to resources). Read more.
Cornea transplants are usually performed to correct problems with your eyesight caused by certain medical conditions. Read more…
Fight for Sight is the eye charity leading the way in pioneering sight loss research. This is a link to their page on keratoconus.