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Vision for a clearer future
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ENHANCE YOUR WORLD IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE
People from around the world come to us to receive our advanced
specialist eye care treatments. We like to believe that we make a
difference to their lives.
WAV E F R O N T
CUSTOM
LASIK
LASIK
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YOUR JOURNEY TO SEEKING CLEARER VISION ENDS HERE
CONTENTS
A world without dependency on spectacles and lenses can be yours through laser vision correction.
More important however, is who you should trust with your future vision.
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IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE
TO GLASSES AND LENSES
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR EYES
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IS LASER SURGERY RIGHT FOR
YOU?
• SHORTSIGHT
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YOUR INITIAL CONSULTATION
• ASTIGMATISM
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HELPING US TO ACHIEVE THE
BEST RESULTS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
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ACCUVISION ADVANCED
TECHNOLOGY
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LASIK, EPI-LASIK AND ALL-LASER
PROCEDURES
Accuvision is a world renowned clinic,
having introduced Wavelight technology
into the UK when it opened around ten
years ago. Since then Accuvision has
continued to pioneer new laser vision
correction technologies, techniques and
treatments for patients, leading to better
visual outcomes and greater levels of
patient safety and care.
The Accuvision clinical team, led by Mr
Chad Rostron FRCS, a world recognised
corneal specialist and NHS consultant,
really do care about your future vision and
how they can safely deliver the very best
visual outcome possible using the very latest
technology, Accuvision expertise and care.
Accuvision offer correction for:
• LONGSIGHT
To find out more about your eyes and how
we could improve your vision, please read
this brochure, visit www.accuvision.co.uk
or contact us on 0330 300 2020.
We look forward to meeting you soon.
• READING VISION RESTORATION
The Accuvision team
• AMBLYOPIA (LAZY EYE)
• CATARACTS
• INTRA-OCULAR PROCEDURES
• KERATOCONUS
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Accuvision Lifetime Care Commitment – because your eyes are for life
Your eyes are for life and our care for them starts as soon as we see you. Our
Lifetime Care Commitment to you begins when you first decide to visit us about your
future vision. It is your guarantee of our total commitment to your vision.
"I was so impressed by the service
given to me by Accuvision and
their unbeatable and honest
pricing. It's rare to find an
organisation that shows such care
and attention to their patients."
11 LASER TREATMENT OPTIONS AT
A GLANCE
12 TOTAL EYE CARE SERVICES
13 TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS
CLEARER VISION
BENJAMIN DAVIS
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IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE TO GLASSES
AND LENSES
“I wish I had done it years ago” is the most common reaction to having
laser vision correction at Accuvision. What do you think yours will be?
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Why opt for a laser correction
procedure?
For you, at this moment as you read this, it
may be very difficult to imagine life without
glasses or lenses, especially if you have
been dependent on them for many years.
Your life has adapted to wearing them.
Take glasses and contact lenses away and
your future everyday life experiences will be
different; waking up in the morning without
them, driving, cooking, reading, holidays,
swimming, sports; they will all seem very
different.
do not allow “patient care staff” or
“customer advisors” to carry out any
diagnostics that will determine your final
treatment plan. You will be dealt with by
an eyecare professional.
Accuvision Laser Eye Clinics...
where people like you come first.
Saying goodbye to lenses will mean trusting
your future vision to a clinic like Accuvision.
Accuvision are the only clinic to offer
Accuwave™ laser correction treatments.
These encompass the consultation, patient
care and laser vision treatments; each one
customised to a patient’s specific needs and
vision requirements.
An estimated 30 million people around the
world have already benefited from laser
surgery. Isn’t it time that you did, too?
Accuwave™ treatments can only be
delivered by our dedicated and highly
experienced team of expert surgeons and
optometrists. Unlike some other clinics we
If you choose to visit us for a no obligation
consultation you will experience our
unrivalled levels of patient care at every
step of your consultation. Why? Because
we appreciate what an important step it is
in your life to consider saying ‘goodbye’ to
lenses.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR EYES
Your eyes are little short of an optical miracle. But if your focus is imperfect (i.e. when the cornea, lens or eye is
an irregular shape), light cannot focus accurately on the retina and the image you see is blurred. Laser vision
correction is ideally suited to the treatment of such conditions.
POINT OF FOCUS
POINT OF FOCUS
LIGHT ENTERING EYE
Shortsight (Myopia)
If distant objects are blurred, you may be
shortsighted. In this case your eye is too
long, so that rays of light fall in front of the
retina and not directly on it.
Normal eye
In a normal (emmetropic) eye, the cornea
and lens are matched to the length of the
eye, focussing light directly on the retina.
This produces a perfectly focussed image
at all distances.
LIGHT ENTERING EYE
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LIGHT ENTERING EYE
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POINT OF FOCUS
Longsight (Hyperopia)
If close objects are blurred, you may be
longsighted. Your eye is too short, causing
incoming light rays to fall behind your
retina and not directly on it.
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LIGHT ENTERING EYE
POINTS OF FOCUS
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Your eyes work just like a camera. Light
rays pass through the clear part at the front
(the cornea) then through the lens, which
focuses them onto the ‘screen’ at the back
of the eye (the retina). There, millions of
photoreceptors (light-sensitive nerve cells)
turn the image into electrical impulses that
are transmitted to your brain through the
optical nerve.
Astigmatism
Both shortsighted and longsighted eyes can
also have astigmatism. The cornea is not
perfectly round but shaped more like a
rugby ball. Therefore, rays of light are bent
in different directions and do not form a
sharp focus point, so that images blur.
Age-related longsight (Presbyopia)
This occurs in many people as they get
older, traditionally requiring reading glasses
or bifocal lenses to correct. The lens in the
eye gradually stiffens as it matures and thus
loses it’s ability to accommodate light rays
efficiently. Treatments are available from
Accuvision which can offer excellent results
for people with this condition, please see
page 12 for further information.
“I was – 9.00 in both eyes, so
was delighted when Accuvision
were able to treat me. I had
previously gone to another well
known clinic who advised that
I was not suitable, so to have
a positive response from
Accuvision was great.”
SALLY GILBERT
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IS LASER SURGERY RIGHT FOR YOU ?
Laser eye surgery may not be suitable for everyone and for many patients
the clinic may not be suitable for the patient. Accuvision have the technology,
surgical skills and clinical experience to safely treat the highest and most
complex prescriptions that other clinics are unable to treat.
Treatment eligibility
Every week we successfully treat patients
who have been refused at other laser eye
surgery clinics because they are unable to
provide the leading edge solutions
Accuvision can.
However, we will decline treatment if we
believe the outcome cannot be accurately
predicted or if treatment is likely to cause
complications.
In general, the suitability of our procedures
for you depends on factors such as:
• Your age (over 18 years)
• Stability of your current prescription
• The degree of optical error
• The thickness of your cornea
• The existence of any eye disease
• The size of your pupil
• Corneal mapping data
• Wavefront analysis results
If you have been told by another clinic that you are unsuitable for laser eye surgery give
us a call. If anyone can help you, we can.
Please note: This is intended as a general guide and there are always exceptions.
Detailed analysis of your eligibility for treatment can only be achieved at your consultation.
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Yorkshire and England cricketer, Tim Bresnan had laser eye surgery with Accuvision
prior to the England Ashes win in Australia in 2011.
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YOUR INITIAL CONSULTATION
The basis for successful treatment of visual
disorders is an accurate diagnosis. At your
initial consultation, a fully qualified Accuvision
optometrist will perform a series of diagnostic
tests and scans to accurately assess the
condition and suitability of your eyes.
Next, using our highly sophisticated
Wavefront Analyzer a precise three
dimensional mapping of any visual
imperfections is generated. This equipment
allows an unprecedented level of accuracy
and the data collected is used by the surgeon
to create a personalised laser correction
treatment ideally matched to your eyes.
At Accuvision, Wavefront analysis is a
standard part of the assessment procedure
and incurs no additional cost.
Until recently, diagnosis and treatment of
higher order corneal irregularities was not
always possible and outcomes could not be
accurately predicted. This resulted in fewer
patients being accepted for treatment. In such
cases Accuvision now employs the
Wavefront Topolyzer which has been
specifically designed to measure and
generate high resolution data for eyes with
severe irregularities. It was developed for the
most difficult cases, in which standard
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Wavefront measurement on its own would
prove clinically ineffective. Thanks to this
remarkable technology Accuvision is able to
diagnose and treat more complex conditions
than many other providers in the UK.
On completion of our comprehensive testing
procedure you will be advised of your
suitability for surgery and the results which
can be achieved in your particular case.
Throughout your consultation our friendly staff
will be more than happy to answer any
questions you may have and help you to
understand all aspects of our procedures.
“I consulted many other laser
eye specialists, but I was told
that laser would not help.
However, thanks to Accuvision
I have managed to get near
perfect sight, which is
something I never expected.”
JYOTI CHOUDRIE
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HELP US TO GIVE YOU THE BEST RESULTS
Our priority is to safely deliver the very best outcome for your future vision.
To help us achieve this we will need you to follow some simple guidelines
for your consultation, on treatment day and following treatment.
Your consultation
If you have any old prescriptions for lenses
or glasses (or details of any eye treatment
you have had), please bring them along.
These will help us to see how your eyes
have altered over time, and assess how
best to treat you.
Contact lenses can alter the shape of your
eye, affecting test results. For this reason it
is very important to stop using them for a
week before your consultation for soft lenses
and three weeks for rigid lenses. This
allows time for your eye to restore its
natural shape.
The examination process can temporarily
blur your vision so we recommend that you
avoid driving home and make alternative
arrangements.
Treatment day
For your comfort it is best to wear loose
casual clothing. Do not wear any
cosmetics, deodorant, hair products or
perfume on the day of your treatment as
vapours and particles can interrupt the laser
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“Only Accuvision offered me the safest vision correction treatment - the results have
been fantastic!” Jamie Peacock – Leeds Rhinos and England Rugby League Captain
beam, affecting results. We recommend
that you avoid driving home and would
suggest that you bring a friend to drive you
or make alternative arrangements.
After your treatment
Depending on the treatment you have had
you will be provided with either clear
protective shields or contact lenses to protect
your eyes during the healing process. You
will also be prescribed eye drops to reduce
discomfort and aid healing. During the
healing process it is important to avoid:
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Rubbing your eyes
Wearing eye make-up for 2 weeks
Swimming for 1 month
Using sunbeds for 1 month
Activities which may result in eye injury
Smoky or dusty atmospheres
Full instructions will be provided at your
consultation and on the day of surgery.
We will also provide you with a schedule
of revisits to your clinic, to check on your
progress following your treatment.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We want you to be as confident as we are in our technology and procedures, so here are the answers to a
selection of the questions we are most commonly asked. Don’t forget that our specialists are available by phone
to answer any other questions you may have, so please ask us by calling 0330 300 2020.
How successful is laser vision
correction at Accuvision?
Our success is built upon giving our
patients the very best outcome that can
possibly be achieved through laser vision
correction. Even though we treat many
patients who have been refused by other
clinics due to extreme prescriptions or eye
conditions, over 99% of our patients are
able to drive without glasses. At your
consultation we will discuss what can be
achieved in your individual case.
How much does it cost?
Like your eyes, every treatment plan is
different. However, while higher order
prescriptions are more expensive we
include state-of-the art Wavefront
diagnostics as a standard part of every
‘pre-op’ at no extra cost. Overall our prices
are very competitive and you are
guaranteed an unsurpassed level of service.
Does it hurt?
Laser treatment is virtually painless. However,
you may experience some mild to moderate
discomfort and watering of the eyes for a
few hours after LASIK treatment.
Do the results last?
The effects of laser treatment are permanent,
but your eyes may change over time. That’s
why we recommend having the procedure
after major eye changes have occurred in
your life. Your surgeon can review the
changes you have had and help you decide
whether or not to undergo treatment.
What happens when I get older?
As we reach our mid 40's, the fine focusing
mechanism of the lens does not function as
well as when we were younger. As a result
most of us will require reading glasses when
we reach this age. There are treatments
available from Accuvision which can help to
relieve this condition.
If my vision changes later in life,
can I have repeat surgery?
In most cases, an enhancement may be a
solution to vision changes later in life. Our
specialists will examine your eyes and
determine whether this can be performed.
Are there long-term side effects?
Laser eye surgery has been performed for
more than 20 years and no complications
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have been documented that have not been
encountered in the first year of follow-up.
Minor complications such as haziness,
delayed healing and night-time glare have
been reported, although these are very rare
and in almost all cases can be treated.
How long before I can see well?
Visual rehabilitation after treatment is rapid.
Most people achieve good vision the day
after surgery and find that their eyes feel
fairly normal 24 hours later. However, your
sight will improve even further, and the very
best vision could take two to three weeks.
Can both eyes be corrected at the
same time?
Because of increased safety and
predictability we are happy to treat both
eyes at the same time.
Will I require multiple treatments?
We treat many complex prescriptions. In spite
of this over 98% of cases require just a single
treatment. A second enhancement (subject to
medical recommendation) will be offered at
no extra cost (within a year of treatment).
“I am so pleased that I
chose Accuvision. The whole
experience was professional
from the time I picked up the
phone to discuss a possible
appointment through to
my aftercare.”
CAROLINE NEWMAN
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ACCUVISION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
Laser vision correction is achieved by re-shaping the cornea, using a laser
to remove minute amounts of tissue. With recent advances in technology
our laser procedures are safer, faster and more effective than ever before.
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Wavelight Advanced Technology
Platform
Where older, less technically advanced
lasers produce a broad, square-shaped
beam, our laser systems produce a rounded,
sharply-focused profile measuring only a
fraction of a millimetre across. This allows us
to smoothly remove the minutest amounts of
corneal tissue, with the utmost accuracy.
The Wavelight ® lasers we use are the fastest
lasers available in the UK today. With
repetition rates of up to 500 Hz treatment
times have been reduced to a few seconds,
delivering a more comfortable procedure for
the patient. They are especially capable for
treating high myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism
and other complex and intensive procedures.
Perfect Pulse Technology ®
Ensures safe and precise work at a high
speed. Every single laser pulse is completely
controlled from the moment it is created to
where it meets the eye. Each ultra-thin laser
pulse is used to sculpt the corneal surface of
the eye with the utmost precision.
3D Eye Movement Tracking
Computer controlled eye-tracking allows
precise application of the laser beam even if
your eye moves and ensures safe, accurate
removal of corneal tissue. Using such a fine
laser beam at such high speed, the Allegretto
Eye-Q is equipped with a synchronised 3D eye
tracker to follow even fast eye movement with
a response time of less than 8 milliseconds. If
eye movement exceeds the safe limits of the
eye tracker, the beam will momentarily stop to
allow re-centring of the laser.
Wavefront LASIK/Trans-Epi LASIK
Instead of just correcting focussing errors, we
can now take a wavefront image – literally, a
'fingerprint' of each person's optical pathway
– and use the information to reduce or even
eliminate higher order aberrations, improving
visual acuity. This means that potentially your
vision could be improved beyond that which
you have previously achieved with glasses or
lenses. Applicable to both LASIK and TransEpi LASIK procedures, Wavefront allows for
optimal, eye specific correction that was
previously unattainable. It can also provide
improved vision in all lighting conditions.
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LASIK AND ‘ALL LASER’ PROCEDURES
Wavefront diagnostics are part of any Accuvision pre-op assessment,
providing exacting data that is used with other readings to offer the very
best LASIK and Trans-Epithelial Surface Treatment – ‘all laser’ vision correction.
LASIK
The LASIK procedure is performed using
topical anaesthetic (eye drops) on an
outpatient basis. It is simple, fast and highly
predictable, performed in an appropriate
surgical environment approved by the Care
Quality Commission.
An automated device is used to create a
very thin flap on the corneal surface which is
folded back to allow the excimer laser to reshape the cornea. LASIK causes minimal
discomfort and provides rapid recovery
times. Incidence of postoperative
complication is extremely low.
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Anaesthetic drops are
applied to the eye
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A protective flap of corneal
tissue is created and gently
lifted to reveal the inner
corneal layer
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The inner corneal layer is
reshaped with the precision
excimer laser beam
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The corneal flap is
carefully replaced and
begins to heal immediately
Some patients may experience slight irritation
and light sensitivity after the procedure but
these effects usually last a few hours. Many
patients notice improved vision immediately
after surgery, although it usually takes a few
days for the full benefit to be appreciated.
‘All Laser’
Trans-Epithelial Surface Treatment
This ‘no-touch’ procedure is an advanced form
of surface laser treatment and is performed in
two stages. Firstly, the laser is used to remove
the corneal surface layer (epithelium) with
pinpoint accuracy and regularity, thereby
minimising possible stromal tissue loss.
Secondly, the laser is programmed to remove
exactly the right amount of corneal stromal
tissue to optimise your visual outcome.
Following treatment a bandage contact lens is
placed over the cornea for a few days as the
epithelial layer heals. As no alcohol,
mechanical device or suction is used during the
laser eye correction treatment, the healing times
compared with normal surface treatments are
much faster and less painful. It also avoids any
flap complications and is less invasive,
therefore more appropriate for thinner corneas.
“I went to 4 different places
before choosing Accuvision. I
chose them as they made me
feel at ease, seemed honest,
were not pushy, and seemed to
have greater experience of
dealing successfully with poorer
prescriptions like mine. They
were also competitively priced.”
JAMES BELLAMY
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WAVEFRONT AND BEYOND
Enhanced procedures now allow the benefits of laser vision correction to
be enjoyed by patients previously considered untreatable. Accuvision now
treat a wider range of patients and prescriptions than any other UK clinic.
Wavefront Optimised LASIK
Some laser technologies induce aberrations
(irregularities) on the corneal shape profile
during treatment. The wavelight laser platform
at Accuvision uses special calculations
(nomograms) to prevent these aberrations
and so helps to maintain better visual quality.
Topography Guided LASIK
A corneal topographer is an instrument that
measures the corneal shape and contour.
Topography guided LASIK uses the resulting
corneal contour map to guide the laser
pattern, thereby correcting distortions on
the cornea.
The Wavelight Allegretto Eye-Q laser uses
high resolution data to produce much larger,
more uniform treatment zones, vastly
improving night vision. It also enables
treatment for patients with large pupils with
utmost efficacy.
This is especially useful for patients with
corneal abnormalities and in the rare case
that a patient requires remedial procedures
after previous standard LASIK treatment.
Customised Guided Wavefront
High resolution wavefront data maps can
also be incorporated into the custom
treatment plan to correct for specific 'higher
order aberrations'. Again the emphasis is on
improving visual quality beyond standard
treatment.
The table opposite further summarises these
options. We will advise you as to the most
appropriate treatment strategy for your
individual case.
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LASER TREATMENT OPTIONS AT A GLANCE
This brief summary offers an overview of the range of AccuWaveTM laser
vision correction treatments provided by Accuvision. At your initial consultation
we will recommend the treatment that is most appropriate for you.
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Intra-ocular lenses
Intra-ocular lenses
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Topography guided
surface laser plus C3R
Stabilises ectasia overcoming potential need for corneal graft
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C3R
For specific cases of keratoconus where higher levels of acuity
can be achieved for the patient
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Dramatic reduction in dependency on glasses for reading
and close-up work
High quality lenses for greater clarity of vision
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Very high prescriptions
(Below -14.00 / above +8.00)
AccuwaveTM
Monovision Wavefront
LASIK / Trans-Epi LASIK
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Cataracts
No touch, all laser procedure that allows people who are
untreatable elsewhere to receive laser eye surgery
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Keratoconus
AccuwaveTM TransEpithelial ‘All Laser’
treatment
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Presbyopia
Age-related longsight
Wavefront is included with every procedure at no extra cost
Highly predictable results
Choice of procedure
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Thin cornea and those who
play contact sports
AccuwaveTM Wavefront
LASIK /
Trans-Epi LASIK
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Shortsight
Longsight
Astigmatism
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Main Advantage
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Procedure
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Diagnosis
Reduction or elimination of the need for high prescription
glasses or contact lenses
"The procedure with Accuvision
was simple and painless. Now
I have better vision than I ever
did with my contact lenses and
no longer have to worry about
misplaced glasses - it's changed
my life!"
MATT PRIOR
ENGLAND AND SUSSEX WICKETKEEPER
Please note: Accuvision are able to offer both Femtosecond (sometimes call intralase TM) and Microkeratome created LASIK flaps. There are distinct benefits associated with both
techniques and that is why we believe it is the surgeon who should decide what method is most appropriate in each case. The cost of each technique is included in our overall surgery
cost and never an additional cost.
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TOTAL EYE CARE SERVICES
At Accuvision we don’t just provide advanced laser vision correction. Our wealth of experience and expertise
allows us to offer additional bespoke treatments and specialised surgical solutions for a wide range of vision
and eye health conditions.
Reading Vision Correction
As the lens inside the eye hardens through
age, we lose the ability to focus our vision
for close activities such as reading, a
condition known as presbyopia. If suitable,
you may choose to undergo a ‘Monovision’
procedure. This involves laser correction of
your dominant eye for distance vision,
while the other is corrected for near vision
without spectacles. Monovision offers the
best chance of reduced dependence on
spectacles for most situations.
“It is one of the best decisions
I have made. I know from my
own experience that whether
to undergo an operation is a
very difficult decision to make,
but I am so pleased that I
decided to go ahead.”
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CK (Conductive Keratoplasty)
This has now been superseded by our
Monovision reading restoration treatment.
Implantable Contact Lenses (ICL’s)
and Intra Ocular Lenses (IOL’S)
Similar to a small contact lens, the
implantable contact lens is placed inside
the eye, in front of the natural lens,
correcting severe cases of short sight, long
sight and astigmatism. Intra Ocular lenses
are used as a replacement to the natural
lens in the eye to improve your vision.
Cataract Treatment
Cataract surgery has been performed for
many years and is a standard procedure.
It restores clear sight by the replacement of
the clouded natural lens in the eye,
significantly improving the quality of vision.
Keratoconus Treatment
Keratoconus is usually caused by thinning
of the cornea and results in it ‘bulging
forward’ causing vision distortion. As this
condition develops, it may not be easily
correctable with contact lenses or glasses.
Intacs can be inserted into the periphery of
the cornea to help flatten the surface and
reduce the optical defect.
Corneal Collagen
Cross-linking (C3R)
Corneal Collagen Cross-linking with
Riboflavin (C3R) is a new treatment that
increases the stiffness and rigidity of the
cornea and stabilises Keratoconus. The
C3R treatment has been shown to increase
the diameter of the collagen fibres in the
cornea and enhance the cross-linking of the
fibres. This has a stabilising effect on
progressive Keratoconus and reduces the
visual impairment associated with it. Once
stabilised by C3R the eye can be
considered for further treatment.
AccuwaveTM Topography Guided
Advanced Custom Ablation
In addition to simple ‘cross-linking’
Accuvision can now offer selected patients
combined corneal collagen cross-linking
with laser re-shaping. Please call us on
0845 000 2020 for more information and
a copy of our keratoconus booklet.
NeuroVision treatment for
‘Lazy Eye’ (Amblyopia)
This is a clinically proven, non-surgical and
risk-free treatment for Amblyopia (Lazy Eye),
a condition in which there is loss of best
corrected spectacle vision in one or both
eyes. The eye appears healthy, but vision is
poor. It is the only existing treatment for
adults having ‘Lazy Eye’ which is approved
in the USA and Europe.
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TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS CLEARER VISION
Corrective surgery from Accuvision is safe, fast and effective. The quality of the personal care and attention you
will receive is matched only by our investment in leading edge technologies and expertise in the very latest
treatments. Why not call us today and take a step closer to the quality of vision you have always wanted.
After ascertaining that you are suitable for
laser eye surgery through careful consultation
and examination, we will be totally
dedicated to achieving the very best results
for you. But our commitment doesn’t end
there. Our Lifetime Care Commitment
provides you with the reassurance of our
total dedication to providing the very best
outcome for you.
With our competitive pricing and
personal finance packages you may
also be surprised at how affordable
treatment at Accuvision can be. Why not call
us and book your free no obligation
consultation today?
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LONDON
Accuvision Laser Eye Clinics
42-48 New Kings Road
Fulham
London
SW6 4LS
BIRMINGHAM
Accuvision Laser Eye Clinics
3 The Courtyard
707 Warwick Road
Solihull
Birmingham
B91 3DA
LEEDS
Accuvision Laser Eye Clinics
1 Cromwell Park
York Road
Wetherby
Leeds
LS22 7SU
BRISTOL
Accuvision at the Nuffield
Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital
St Mary's
Upper Byron Place
Clifton
Bristol
BS8 1JU
NEWCASTLE
Accuvision Laser Eye Clinics
196 Chillingham Road
Heaton
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE6 5LN