Correct your night time vision problems with Laser Eye Surgery

18 Dec 2014

night-time-vision-problems-optilase
 
For anyone with imperfect vision, night time driving can be a really challenging experience. Whereas being behind the wheel in busy day-time traffic can be a hairy enough experience at the best of times, at least in daylight we can see everything that is happening around us and react almost instantly to instances that arise. The same, alas, cannot be said during the hours of dawn to dusk when our vision is impaired by darkness combined with bright light ....statistically these are the most dangerous driving hours and the period when the vast majority of crashes occur.
 
But why is this? I mean we can after all still see in the dark! Yes indeed we can, tis true, but the problem is our vision is just not as good when we are driving in the dark. The reason is simply that we experience greatly reduced depth of field (the depth to which we can see) and peripheral vision (that which allows us to see what is happening all round us on the road) – a bad combination which can cause our eyes to become dazzled, dilated, temporarily blind or blurred.
 
The thing with night time myopia is this – it does not only affect those who are short-sighted (myopic) in their everyday lives; even younger people with what we would term “perfect vision”, can become temporarily myopic….manifesting itself in the form of glare and halo-like affects, the result of bright light set against a dark sky.
 
nightime-vision-problems
 
A “Halo” (in the night time driving sense of the word!) is a visual effect which short-sighted people will experience when driving at night; you know that feeling: there you are happily driving along when suddenly an on-coming car comes around the corner, completely forgets to dim the full head light beams, and aaaaggghh....suddenly you are left completely blind, dazed, terrified and confused for what is a probably a mere split second, but at the time, feels more like an eternity!
 
“Glare” meanwhile is a term which we use to refer to ultra-bright light which can be very uncomfortable and disorientating, particularly when trying to maintain control of a vehicle. Light which results in glare can cause us to squint, making our eyes teary and blurry and usually forcing us to look away; this of course is a natural instinct and a way of our eyes protecting themselves against damaging light...but it is also a highly dangerous reflex that causes us to take our eyes off the road for just that split second.
 
Thankfully though we at Optilase offer a very sophisticated solution to resolving these night-time vision woes when driving in low light: with our Advanced Custom Vue Wavefront Technology, you need never fear driving at night-time again!
 
Advanced Custom Vue Wavefront Technology uses the most sophisticated technology to provide a tailored and bespoke treatment, correcting your unique vision according to the exact imperfections of your eyes. This is no one-size-fits-all solution here folks....this technology essentially recognises that each individual’s eyes are completely unique, just in the same way as no two finger prints are ever identical. Thus, each Wavefront Technology treatment is 100% customised to meet your precise vision requirements.
 
Wavefront Technology uses an incredible, technologically advanced scanner called the WaveScan. This generates a precise, fully accurate map of how light passes through the eye. The measurements obtained in this way are 25 times more accurate than measurements obtained during an ordinary regular eye test, showing all of the very precise, natural and unique imperfections that exist in your eyes only. It is this technology which enables Wavefront Technology to correct vision to an even better level than is possible with glasses or contact lenses.
 
To find out more about Laser Eye Surgery with Advanced Custom Vue Wavefront Technology, please contact Optilase today on +353 1 223 8821 or fill out the green contact form above right. See the difference with Optilase!
 
Article written by Alan Shanley
 
 

More to Explore

Romantic Eye Contact Infographic Sources

09 Feb 2013
Read more

What causes refractive errors?

18 Jan 2014
Read more

Life after Laser Eye Surgery

06 Oct 2013
Read more

Eyes in the Back of your Head Peripheral Vision

30 Aug 2013
Read more

Book a Free Consultation Today!

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.
World’s Leading Technology
Laser Eye Surgery Lifetime Care Guarantee
Laser Health Insurance Discount
World-Renowned Surgeons
20% Tax Relief
0% Interest Free Finance
99% Of Our Patients Recommend Us
No Waiting List Guaranteed

Patient Reviews

google
Elizabeth Kalandadze
November 10, 2023

I am very happy with my results! It feels amazing leaving behind my glasses should’ve done it sooner and I feel like a new person! Everyone was amazing and super friendly, I recommend Optilase!!

google
Aron Bruinewoud
November 6, 2023

100% recommended. Great service from the consultation to the after care. A great team that makes you feel comfortable and at ease!

google
Sarah Doyle
November 6, 2023

The best experience ever !! And I am extremely delighted with my vision, truly 20/20 vision

google
Diana Sisu
November 6, 2023

Best experience ! Staff were extremely professional and kind, helped me a lot during the whole process. I definitely recommend !

google
anamaria sisu
November 6, 2023

Amazing Clinic all staff friendly and helpful!

google
jordan fields
November 1, 2023

Great experience! Very friendly and helpful staff. Couldn’t recommend options enough

google
anita hogan
November 1, 2023

Very happy with my overall experience, I was very nervous but the team were very understanding and really put my mind at ease. I’m over the moon with my results!!!!!!

google
Денис
October 20, 2023

Hello Million thanks for optilase clinic You change my life😍😍😍 After my surgery I start see next day!!!

google
Ciara Reilly
October 7, 2023

Attended the clinic today and couldn't be happier with the staff and how pleasant they were. Delighted that I got a consultation

google
Thelma Scanlon
September 23, 2023

Great experience and great after care. Had 2020 vision within 24 hours with very minimal pain.

google
Amanda Mulligan
September 23, 2023

Amazing experience , amazing staff, amazing eye sight . I had lens replacement 3 months ago and would highly recommend.

google
Mr. O’Flynn Education
September 23, 2023

I got my laser eye surgery done on April 20th and couldn’t be happier. I had one hard day of recovery, followed by dry eyes for a small while. Sleeping with the protective goggles is the hardest part, but you’re helped throughout the process by experts. I couldn’t recommend this enough and Optilase were a dream to deal with. Even if you can’t afford the treatment now, you can always talk about a payment plan and get the vision you’ve always wanted.

Lets Connect

Privacy CentrePolicy & Procedures
Flexible Payment with
humm
Book a Free Consultation
crossmenuchevron-left