In simple terms, humm is an easy alternative to paying with cash or with credit card and allows you to pay in monthly instalments.
humm allows you to spread the cost of your treatment at Optilase Eye Clinic. It’s that simple. Applications can be made online (please ensure that you are not using Internet Explorer). If you are approved for finance with humm, you can use this approval for any treatment at Optilase Eye Clinic.
*Interest rates and fees are dependent on your plan.
To be eligible for humm you must meet the following criteria:
• Be at least 18 years of age • Provide proof of address • Be a British or Irish citizen or permanent resident in the UK • Earn a minimum taxable income of €1,000 per month • Have a current credit/debit card and a photo ID • Have a good credit history
The key differences between LASIK and PRK treatments at Optilase
19 Jun 2020
Did you know that Optilase offer different types of laser eye surgery? Are you having difficulty deciding which treatment is best for you and your need?
Here at Optilase, Ireland’s leading laser eye surgery, we’re here to breakdown the differences between LASIK and PRK so you can decide on the best course of action for you and your eyes.
First, what is laser eye surgery?
Laser Eye Surgery is a way of permanently correcting your vision. The procedure uses a special type of laser to gently reshape the surface of the eye. In order to correct certain vision problems such as, nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
Over 30 million people worldwide have chosen to undergo this quick, painless and yet life-changing procedure, to achieve 20/20 vision. Laser eye surgery gives you the opportunity to live a life free from the inconvenience and cost of having to wear glasses and contact lenses.
What’s involved in a LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Procedure? LASIK (Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis) or IK, for short, is the most frequently performed laser procedure in the world.
Your Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon prepares your eye for laser treatment by creating a small flap on the surface of the cornea (front surface of the eye) by using blade-free IntraLase technology. The laser is then applied to the underlying surface to reshape your cornea and correct for your prescription. Your Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon then places the flap back down and your eye begins to heal. The key benefits of the LASIK procedure are a rapid recovery time, usually within 48 hours and little or no post-operative discomfort.
• Step 1: Anaesthetic drops are applied, which have the effect of numbing your eye.
• Step 2: A small flap is created on the surface of the cornea using blade free IntraLase technology.
• Step 3: The laser is then applied to the underlying surface to reshape your cornea and correct your prescription
• Step 4: Your Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon then places the flap back down and your eye begins to heal.
What’s involved in a PRK Laser Eye Surgery Procedure? PRK/LASEK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) or Surface Treatment (PRK/EK) is a vision correction procedure in which the vision correction treatment is applied to the surface of the cornea. PRK is the procedure of choice for patients whose corneas are too thin to have LASIK.
PRK/LASEK corrects your vision the same way LASIK does, by reshaping the cornea with an Excimer laser so light focuses directly on the retina. The difference is that with LASIK, a flap is created on the outer part of the cornea, and vision correction is applied to the inner tissue of the cornea.
With PRK/LASEK, a portion of the eye surface called the epithelium is softened using an Ethanol solution and gently moved aside. The laser is then applied to the underlying surface to reshape your cornea and correct your prescription. A special contact lens is put in place over your cornea for a period of five days to provide comfort and protection to the surface as it heals.
The decision as to which procedure is best for you will be made in consultation with your Laser
Optometrist and Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon.
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Patient Reviews
Monica mc mahon
April 15, 2024
From beginning to End of my procedure with Optilase, I was treated personally and professionally. The surgery, true aftercare was smooth and efficient and I can only say it was the perfect choice for us . I highly recommend Optilase.
Roxanne Bartolome
April 15, 2024
I recently had the PRK procedure a month ago. It's been life changing to be able to see clearly after wearing glasses for 20 years. My vision was not 20/20 after surgery since I had PRK and I was first scared that it won't get better. But give it time and patience and it will improve. Optilase was superb on aftercare and the team during the surgery really took care of me. I'm so happy ❤️ Thank you Optilase!
Lin Walsh
April 12, 2024
Omg i thought about having lens replacement for 2 years , i just wish i did it then , I’m absolutely delighted with my eyes now , i am only 3 weeks over it and cant believe how wonderful it is to see everything so clear , i nearly want to tell everyone who wears glasses to do this , if i had known sooner how painless this op is i would have booked in immediately , Everyone in my Clinic were fantastic so friendly , just do it you certainly wont regret it , also the aftercare is amazing .
Susan Sutton
April 8, 2024
Staff are all very nice and procedure was painless and quick
David Hill
April 8, 2024
Delighted with my experience at Optilase. Professional staff who looked after me from start to finish. Procedure itself was very quick. A big thanks to the whole team.
Aoife Mckenna
April 8, 2024
Absolutely delighted with the results of my surgery. I wish I done it years ago
Denise Carroll
April 8, 2024
Does what it say, corrects your vision! Very fast and professional service.
jessica daiana
April 8, 2024
Great price for excellent service. All staff was very professional and welcoming, great results and good aftercare
gary Malone
April 6, 2024
Best thing I ever done ,👍
Catriona Brady
April 1, 2024
Fantastic experience throughout, from consultation to aftercare. Professional, welcoming and calming staff. Appointments and procedure were easy and relaxed and the overall result was excellent. Aftercare was also great, nothing was ever a hassle.
Rebecca Walsh
March 29, 2024
Worth the money. Staff guide you step by step to relax you through the surgery. Recommend
Mark O'Keeffe
March 28, 2024
I found the whole process very professional and very well organised. They also assisted in the documentation process very easy. They were also very good to help in arranging the reference process too. If I was make one small comment is they need to add a prescription painkiller to the process. Although the after experience was exactly what was expected it could been managed better with a stronger pain relief. Other than that I have recommended 3 people to get the procedure from Optilase, all of which had a great experience. I would highly recommend Optilase for vision correction and the long term benefits have changed my life.
