Eye Surgery News, Advice and Customer Stories

How to Eat Right for Maximum Eye Health

  As we age, the realisation dawns that everything we read about eating healthy foods for the good of our bodies is actually true. When we are young we feel immortal, but as our bodies and our eyesight begin to deteriorate, we understand that we need to fuel and nourish ourselves to stave off the […]
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The Most Common Eyesight Problems in Ireland

  A comprehensive study carried out last year by Bayer found that 56% of Irish people wear glasses, while a further 8% chose to wear contact lenses, meaning that almost two thirds of the population has an eye condition that requires corrective lenses.   The compiled data also discovered that 32% of glasses wearers have […]
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Tailored specifically for you - Customized Laser Eye Surgery

For absolute accuracy and a truly individualized approach to Laser Eye Surgery at Optilase, patients have the option of undergoing a 100% customised correction with a CustomVue WaveFront procedure.   Laser Eye Surgery corrects refractive errors that cause blurred vision by reshaping the cornea at the front of the eye.   Refractive errors are also […]
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Best possible results with WaveFront

Can you imagine taking off your glasses and never having to put them back on again?   After years of tolerating glasses, making the move to permanent vision correction using Laser Eye Surgery is life-changing.   Often it is carrying out the small, everyday tasks without issue - such as showering and being able to […]
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Bladeless, Painless Laser Eye Surgery at Optilase

If you have been thinking about Laser Eye Surgery, but fear the idea of anything going near your eye, you can relax knowing that at Optilase you can chose blade-free vision correction.   IntraLase vision correction at Optilase is an entirely bladeless procedure that corrects common refractive errors including short sightedness, long sightedness and astigmatism. […]
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Pupil size and its role in laser eye treatment eligibility

Most people just think of their pupil as a simple a black dot in the centre of each eye that changes shape every now and again.   While this is true, the pupil actually plays a significant role in determining whether you are suitable for Laser Eye Surgery. How does pupil size play a role […]
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Trying to decide if Laser Eye Surgery is for you?

If you are currently relying on glasses in order to see clearly, you probably find it a bit tiresome. Misplacing them or breaking them leaves you vulnerable; especially if you’re travelling. People who need glasses to see feel quite helpless without them.   If you are ready to call time on your days needing glasses […]
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Solving your short sightedness

If you have been squinting or straining to see things in the distance clearly, it is time to get your eyesight checked at Optilase and explore the world of laser vision correction.   For long-term glasses wearers when you struggle to see clearly even when wearing your favourite pair of specs, it can be a […]
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How Laser Eye Surgery Changes the Eye

Getting Laser Eye Surgery is a big deal after years of putting up with blurred vision and the inconvenience of needing glasses.   Laser Eye Surgery does not change how your eyes look, but it does change the way they function. Essentially, the procedure uses tiny pulses of laser energy to remove microscopic amounts of […]
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The cornea – where everything changes during Laser Eye Surgery

For those wondering what Laser Eye Surgery actually does to change a person’s eyesight, then what you need to know is that everything changes in the cornea.   Found at the front of the eye, the cornea is a clear layer of tissue that has the power to bend light from the outside world so […]
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Home or away – where is best to get Laser Eye Surgery?

If you are considering a trip abroad to get Laser Eye Surgery, it is important to weigh up the pros and cons before you hand over any money.   Elective procedures like Laser Eye Surgery are often available overseas for less, but it can be difficult to verify the expertise of the surgeon performing the […]
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Why Do I Need Glasses and How Can I Get Rid of Them?

If you are able to see perfectly at both near and far distances, then you are lucky enough to enjoy normal vision. This will change as you get older and the lens of the eye become less flexible – but not until you’re about 45 years old.   However, many people in their twenties, thirties […]
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Patient Reviews

Margaret Mc Clafferty
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Margaret Mc Clafferty
August 29, 2026

I had LASIK done in Dublin after a consultation and follow up in Derry. From the very start, Elizabeth in Derry put me at ease with her approach. Such a warm, helpful way about her. Surgeon Mikhall Hernandez took the time to meet me in advance to explain the process. All the staff- Iwona, Julie, Jess, Robbie (from Donegal!) and Rachael, I really appreciated the way they supported me from start to finish

Aline Bortolotti Secco
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Aline Bortolotti Secco
July 31, 2026

I had a great LASIK experience at Optilase Carrickmines and couldn’t be happier with the results. Dr. Tom Materman is incredibly kind, attentive, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. I highly recommend him, as well as the whole Optilase team! I didn’t feel anything during the procedure, which was much easier than I expected. My recovery has also been going really well—I’m only on day two, and everything has been smooth so far. Thank you to everyone at Optilase for the excellent care!

Carl Thorne
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Carl Thorne
July 28, 2026

Life changing. From the initial consultation to the aftercare, Optilase have been friendly, professional and caring every step of the way. No worry or concern was too small for a detailed discussion and helpful response. 3 months after my phakic lens surgery my vision is as good as it ever was with glasses without the hassle. Would recommend the Optilase Carrickmines team to anyone.

Colm Smith
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Colm Smith
July 28, 2026

Very happy with the operation, results and the aftercare

Gerard Mcphillips
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Gerard Mcphillips
July 24, 2026

Very professional and appointments on time

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July 24, 2026

Great team, great experience. Anyone thinking about doing it, do it. Always on the end of the phone if there was any issues. Highly recommend!

jason farrell
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jason farrell
July 23, 2026

The entire process was smooth professional and completely stress free, I couldn't be happier with my outcome

Tara Dowds
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Tara Dowds
July 22, 2026

Excellent experience in the Cork clinic. Dan O'brien explained everything so throughly. I really appreciated the consultation.

Michael Britton
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Michael Britton
July 22, 2026

Absolutely brilliant service from consultation through to surgery and aftercare. The whole team are really friendly and efficient. Would recommend to anyone thinking about getting corrective surgery.

Majella Murphy
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Majella Murphy
July 22, 2026

Excellent service and care. Laser eye surgery went well and have had no issues. Highly recommend Sinead and the team in Optilase Cork

Saidhbhe OShea
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Saidhbhe OShea
July 21, 2026

Highly recommended the team in the cork clinic. Very professional and friendly throughout the whole process.

wiktoria szmerdt
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wiktoria szmerdt
July 21, 2026

Lovely staff, very knowledgeable, made me feel calm and comfortable during my consultation

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