Eye Surgery News, Advice and Customer Stories

Imagine a Life Free of Glasses and Contact Lenses

Discover the joys of Laser Eye Surgery   Did you know that laser eye surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures world-wide, with more than 30 million people choosing to have this life-changing treatment? Did you know that celebrities Brad Pitt, Nicole Kidman, Tiger Woods and Courtney Cox have all had laser eye […]
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What is Astigmatism?

Astigmatism is a condition of where the front surface of the eye, called the cornea, is irregularly shaped. Your cornea should be sphere-shaped like a football; people with astigmatism have an oblong cornea, like a rugby ball.   One half of the curve is flatter than it should be, so that when rays of light […]
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What is Myopia or Short-Sightedness?

Myopia (short-sightedness) is caused when the eye doesn’t bend or refract light properly to a single focus. This means it’s very difficult to see images clearly, and although objects held close to you look clear, distant objects are blurred.   You may notice symptoms like eye strain; find yourself squinting to see things, have trouble […]
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What is Presbyopia?

Presbyopia literally means ‘old eye’. It’s a natural part of the aging process where the crystalline lens of your eye begins to stiffen up and lose its flexibility, making it difficult for you to focus on close objects.   You may notice that you experience difficulty reading, focusing on instructions written on the back of […]
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What is Hyperopia or Long-Sightedness?

Hyperopia (long-sightedness) happens when the eye is shorter than normal, so the light rays entering the eye end up focused behind the retina.   This causes the image on the retina to be blurred, so although distant objects may appear fairly clear, objects that are close to you appear fuzzy and indistinct.   Most children […]
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Why Should I Have Laser Eye Surgery?

People who have to wear glasses or use contact lenses usually find it a bit troublesome; losing the glasses; forgetting lens solution; having to be slave to corrective eyewear in order to see properly. Scrabbling around for glasses or lenses first thing in the morning and being a bit helpless if you can’t find the […]
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16 Ways The Sun Can Damage Your Eyes Sources

Sources: Young Richard, 1994 ‘Optimimestry and Vision Science.' Japanese Journal of Opthalmology: September 2005, Vol 49, Issue 5, pp 349 to354 David Torbert, August 2014: the Sun, Ultraviolet Radiation and Your Eye Malignant eyelid Tumours in Taiwan, J.K Wang, SL Liao and others, Department of Opthalmology, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital Taipei, Taiwan. Correspondent: Dr, S-Liao […]
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Laser Eye Surgery at Optilase with Doug Howlett

A conversation with Doug Howlett Laser eye surgery was first introduced in the 1970s and is now one of the most advanced and commonly performed surgeries worldwide with over 30 million people worldwide opting for this life changing procedure. Did you know that Tiger Woods, Courtney Cox and Brad Pitt have all had laser eye […]
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Mr Crewe-Brown in Erbil, Kurdistan

Mr Crewe-Brown acts as a Project Consultant and Visiting Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon to the new Swedish Specialist Hospital in Erbil, capital of the self-governing region of Kurdistan in Northern Iraq. This is a four storey state-of-the art Eye Hospital, the first in a chain of other specialist facilities to serve this rapidly expanding region in […]
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Optilase Laser Eye Surgery 2012 TV Advert

Thousands of Irish people have chosen Optilase for Laser Eye Surgery      
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Optilase Laser Eye Clinic Confirms Limerick Opening

Optilase Clinic, Ireland’s leading laser eye surgery clinic has announced that it will open at 3, Steamboat Quay on Wednesday, 30th May, headed up by local Limerick woman; laser Optometrist, Marie O'Keefe FAOI.   Optilase was one of the first independent laser eye clinics in Ireland. Their experienced team of Surgeons has carried out over […]
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Choose A Summer of 20:20 Vision With Laser Eye Surgery

Why not greet the summer with crystal-clear vision and be free of the many constraints of wearing contact lenses and cumbersome glasses? Apart from the physical discomfort and awkwardness or wearing glasses and gritty lenses, even a simple weekend away requires a detailed check list of what to bring, from cases, solutions and eye drops […]
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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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