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Laser Eye Surgery

What is laser eye surgery?

Laser eye surgery is a procedure for correcting poor vision giving freedom from glasses and contact lenses. It can be used to treat shortsightedness, longsightedness and astigmatism. It involves the use of an advanced laser to gently reshape the surface of the eye (the cornea) and typically takes a matter of seconds depending on the level of correction required.

Over 50 million people worldwide have chosen to undergo this quick, painless and life changing procedure.
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What types of laser eye surgery are there?

The 2 most common laser eye procedures are LASIK and LASEK(PRK).

LASIK is the most common form of laser vision correction. It benefits from excellent vision outcomes and fast recovery.

LASEK(PRK) is an alternative to LASIK and can be an effective treatment for some patients not suitable for LASIK.

Both of these procedures can be enhanced with IDesign technology. This is recommended for most patients and is essential for some.

Treatments Available

Standard Treatment

LASIK and LASEK(PRK) can be performed on some people as a standard treatment. Your Optometrist will advise you if you are suitable for a standard treatment.
From
€795
per eye*
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Customised iDesign Treatment

Our customised iDesign treatment offers outstanding accuracy through it's ability to measure the tiny details of the eyes. This increases the precision of laser eye surgery.
From
€1,997.50
per eye*
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Lens Replacement Surgery

Our customised Lens Replacement Surgeries include Cataract, Lens Replacement and Phakic IOL Surgery.
From
€3,497.50
per eye*
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*Prices above are all inclusive of 15% Health Insurance Discount.

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Find out more about our technology

The expert team of Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeons and qualified Optometrists at Optilase have performed over 40,000 laser eye surgeries and have extensive experience in helping those with the following commonly occurring vision problems.

Not everybody is a candidate for Laser Eye Surgery; it depends on what your vision problem is. This is why Optilase offer a free consultation with one of our Optometrists for all potential patients, in order to determine if laser eye surgery is right solution to their individual vision difficulties. To discover if Laser Eye Surgery may be right for you, contact us on 01-2238821 or use the web form here.

iDesign

iDesign offers outstanding accuracy, and ability to measure tiny details of the eyes. It’s a highly specialised piece of equipment to garner even better results and increase the precision of laser eye surgery.
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IntraLase

IntraLase is the most advanced and accurate way to create the flap required during the LASIK procedure. This is one of the safest and most successful methods of laser eye surgery and one that delivers exceptional correction to a patient’s vision.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Before your treatment

Your journey with Optilase begins when you attend your initial assessment. One of our Laser Optometrists will meet with you and spend the next hour thoroughly examining and testing your eyes. You will find out if you are a suitable candidate for laser vision correction, what treatment will be best for your eyes, and how much exactly it will cost. You will not be able to drive after your assessment for at least 6-8 hours.
For a full breakdown of our costs, please visit our pricing page
We are open 7 days per week and late night Monday to Thursday so we are able to fit in around your busy schedule. We also perform surgery every week which means you don’t have to join a lengthy waiting list for your life-changing treatment.
There are a number of factors that may make you unsuitable for laser vision correction. These include prescriptions stronger than -10 or +5. Having a squint or a lazy eye can also rule you out (Note that laser vision correction can be carried out on some patients with a lazy eye, depending on its severity). For women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is necessary to wait until 6 months after finishing. You also need to be over the age of 18.

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At your consultation we will answer all your questions, discuss finance options, and assess whether you are a suitable candidate for one of our life-changing, treatments. Consultations with our expert Optometrists are free and take approximately 1 hour at one of our nationwide clinics.
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Patient Reviews

Julie Kelleher
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Julie Kelleher
June 17, 2026

Life changing experience with optilase. Its been 6 months since my surgery and have no problems since day 1. The Cork clinic were outstanding from my very first consultation up until now. I have recently been discharged and have now 20/13 vision which i have been told is better than 20/20 vision which is absolutely insane as before I was -6 in each eye. Don't hesitate make that call to get the consultation. You won't look back 😀

Jamie Commins
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Jamie Commins
June 15, 2026

Very good

Brahim Bouya
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Brahim Bouya
June 12, 2026

Best decision I’ve made, highly recommend Optilase! My journey with Optilase actually started over a year ago with a free consultation. Due to the curvature of my eyes I wasn’t eligible for LASIK, but rather than turn me away, the team referred my results to the surgeon for advice and recommended I return in 12 months to check my vision was stable. That level of care and thoroughness from the very start really set the tone. A year later I came back, passed all the tests, and was approved for PRK. Every step of the process was explained clearly, the optician was precise and even gave practical tips like taking Omega 3 supplements to support recovery. On the day of surgery (30th April), I was nervous, but the team were incredibly reassuring from the moment I walked in. There were multiple checks, a detailed pre-op conversation with the surgeon, and a video walkthrough of the aftercare drops. By the time I went in, I felt fully prepared. The procedure itself took less than 2 minutes, I felt nothing. The technology is seriously impressive. Over a month on, my vision is transformed. It’s genuinely one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. If you’re considering laser eye surgery, don’t hesitate and don’t hesitate to choose Optilase.

Aoife C
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Aoife C
June 12, 2026

Good experience, reassured during procedure and understood risks and all steps along way

Renata Gomes
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Renata Gomes
June 2, 2026

I couldn't finish the process without leaving a review for this amazing team. Thank you all for helping me see so clearly without needing glasses. This month marks 3 months since I had LASIK, and it has truly been life-changing. Wearing glasses always bothered me because I enjoy sports, and even contact lenses were often uncomfortable. The whole journey started with Clare Hegarty at South William Street. Thank you so much, Clare, for your care and attention. As a Senior Optometrist, you gave me hope. At first, the process seemed almost too easy, which made me a little nervous, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions I have ever made. Thank you as well to Thomas Materman. Your clear, simple, and direct explanation of the procedure made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. Thank you to the entire Optilase team. Three months later, it feels as if I never had surgery at all—except that I can now see perfectly. I have experienced no negative side effects, and I am delighted with the results. I highly recommend Optilase to anyone considering LASIK surgery.☘️☘️☘️

Blaithin Cox
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Blaithin Cox
May 30, 2026

Couldn't be happier with my experience of the Lasek eye surgery. I had consultations in St William Street and surgery in Carrickmines, staff in both clinics were friendly, professional, and excellent staff their job. I would recommend Optilase to anyone considering laser eye surgery.

Anne Beakey
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Anne Beakey
April 29, 2026

Staff are lovely here and provide a great service

Shane Guihen
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Shane Guihen
April 20, 2026

Couldn't recommend highly enough, everyone I dealt with, from the initial consultation, to the surgery and the after care were absolutely top class and a pleasure to deal with

Katie Corcoran
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Katie Corcoran
April 13, 2026

Excellent service. I found optilase really great to deal with- they were so professional and well organised before and during the laser eye surgery. They were also very friendly and the aftercare was great.

Roisin Mitchell
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Roisin Mitchell
April 7, 2026

I had a great experience and Optilase getting laser eye surgery, it was without a doubt the best money I ever spent and wish I did it years ago! I rave about it to anyone who'll listen. From my initial consultation to the surgery itself in Dublin and the aftercare in Galway I couldn't rate it highly enough. The staff were so professional, informative, friendly and attentative throughout the whole process. Extremely happy customer!

amnnau
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amnnau
April 3, 2026

Got my PRK surgery with optilase couldnt be happier! I was cared for in each step even post surgery, give me a call or message if you need referral

Amy Phelan
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Amy Phelan
April 2, 2026

Had such an amazing experience with Optilase in Cork. Such a brilliant team, they all made me feel so relaxed and explained everything so well. They reassured me so much on the day of my surgery, and I never felt rushed with any questions. I would highly recommend Optilase to anyone even considering laser eye surgery. I am the most nervous and skeptical person and it’s truly the best thing I ever did, there is honestly nothing to be worried about!! I had zero pain whatsoever and my vision was clear by that evening and 100% perfect the next morning, it’s truly amazing! Wish I got it done years ago. I have so much freedom now without contact lenses or glasses, it’s so hard to believe my vision is fixed!!

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