Brits believe they each spend around £5000(1) on their eyes over their lifetime
But the true figure is MUCH HIGHER
Research has found that the average lifetime spend is a massive £17,471!(1)
Daily contact lenses alone account for £13,592(1)
Have you considered how much money you are shelling out on temporary vision correction treatments?
Over 6 million Brits(2) still wear contact lenses and glasses, despite knowing that lenses can often be uncomfortable and inconvenient
Thankfully, laser eye surgery technology has progressed rapidly. Average treatment times of 20 minutes and the ability to pay monthly has been a real game changer
Each year, over 100,000 UK residents(3) choose to have laser eye surgery and are saying goodbye to their arduous daily contact lens routines
With pay monthly prices starting at £18 per eye(4), it's possible to have laser eye surgery at some of the UK's leading clinics
Laser eye surgery can treat near-sightedness, long-sightedness, and astigmatism
Patient happiness is high - over 98%(5) of people were satisfied with their laser eye surgery results according to one study. The same research showed a whopping 99% of patients achieved 20/20 vision
The procedure itself is quick - it's usually completed within 20 minutes. By applying numbing eye drops before a laser is used, surgery is also normally pain free
To permanently correct vision, a focused laser beam carefully reshapes the cornea at the front of the eye. Visual clarity can be noticed soon after surgery, and it's common for patients to return to work within 48 hours of the procedure
As clinics are offering low priced pay monthly deals, many people are considering laser eye surgery as an affordable vision correction option
Find a clinic near to you areaBeing assessed by experienced professionals prior to surgery is essential to judging your eligibility for treatment
Not only will your eye health and prescription be analysed, but a consultation also gives an opportunity to ask any questions you may have