Eye Surgery News, Advice and Customer Stories

Does laser eye surgery hurt?

  Taking the life changing decision to undergo laser eye surgery is a momentous decision in anyone’s life. The words life changing do tend to get bandied about a lot - very often in fact when referring to something that is anything but life changing – but there is no doubting that opting for laser […]
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Save your eyes from smartphone strain and keep your vision 20/20!

  Your smartphone is your trustiest friend when it comes to your day to day communication with the wider world. Your trusty ally in getting through the day, it is almost now an extension to one’s own hand. Of course, it is no longer simply a phone but rather something that is simply a part […]
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New Year, New Eyes with Laser Eye Surgery

  Every New Year brings the obligatory New Year resolutions...you know the ones I am talking about: Get Fit, Join a Gym, Give up Drinking, Run a Marathon, Stop Smoking. Surely if there was a top ten list of the most popular resolutions (in fact come to think of it there probably is such a […]
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Correct your night time vision problems with Laser Eye Surgery

  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 […]
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How the eye works like a camera – and why laser eye surgery is the answer when it fails.

    We don’t often sit back and marvel to ourselves at just what an incredible organ the eye is. But if we consider just for a moment about how complex this vital little organ is in terms of how it actually operates, we should really be in awe at its sheer capabilities. It is […]
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The Facts - Laser Eye Surgery Myths Busted!

  Choosing any elective surgical procedure invariably causes some level of anxiety for everyone beforehand, and it is no surprise that the thoughts of undergoing laser eye surgery can be a little daunting for the uninitiated. To be frank, it would be more unusual if the opposite was the case....after all, none of us like […]
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Why do we lose our near vision?

  Unfortunately, the ageing process by its very nature is not something that any of us look forward to with much anticipation. Quite the opposite in fact; once we hit 40 and that dreaded middle age milestone, we gradually begin to notice aches and ailments in parts of our body that we didn’t even know […]
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The Laser Eye Surgery Journey - from Consultation to Aftercare

  The decision to undergo laser eye surgery is never one that is taken lightly, and it is certainly not a snap decision made on the spur of the moment.   Nobody wakes up one morning and decides on a whim to head down to Optilase to avail of some laser eye surgery! Far from […]
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Am I suitable for laser eye surgery?

  The human eye is an incredibly complex and sensitive organ, a fact which is borne out by the fact that in the US, it is estimated that according to the Vision Council of America, approximately 75% of the entire adult population requires some sort of vision correction. It is amazing to think that such […]
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What is the difference between LASIK and PRK laser eye surgery?

  When undergoing laser eye surgery, more often than not the perception is that there is just one type of surgical procedure, and that this same single method is used across the board for each and every individual patient. This is not actually the case, however, as there are in fact two alternative treatment options […]
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Get rid of reading glasses with new eye treatment called Presbia

  As the ageing process takes hold and we are unceremoniously propelled – often most ungraciously and indeed ungracefully - into our 40s, (yes, middle age!) one thing we could always be pretty certain of was that our bodies would slowly begin to creak and ache, and with it our eyesight would inevitably diminish, making […]
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Irish Celebrities that had Laser Eye Surgery with Optilase

  No matter what aspect of our lives we focus on, we are always looking for more convenience, simply to allow us to be more productive in our daily lives; it’s just a natural thing for us curious human beings to constantly seek progress, and it is essentially what distinguishes one generation from another. Cars, […]
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Patient Reviews

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!!

Helen Sanfey
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Helen Sanfey
April 2, 2026

My experience has been amazing. Everything was super professional and I was handled with complete care. My vision is perfect now and has changed everything for me.

Chloe Kearney
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Chloe Kearney
March 5, 2026

Had a consultation done today couldn’t fault the team at optilase the were very informative answer all the questions I had very quick and professional would definitely recommend

Barry Neville
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Barry Neville
March 3, 2026

Very professional, and very customer focused

Timmy Kelleher
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Timmy Kelleher
February 18, 2026

I got the refractive lens surgery in December and from my first appointment to the last post op appointment I was looked after with great care, and I would recommend this company to anyone

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