Laser Vision Correction In Shrewsbury And Surrounding Areas!
Discover Your Options
There are many different vision correction procedures available on the market today. Finding which one is best suited to your vision correction goals can be confusing. At Paragon Clinic, we want you to feel as informed as possible with your vision correction options, that’s why we offer a free consultation with all the diagnostics so that you can find out if you are a candidate for a life changing treatment.
BLADE-FREE LASIK (All-Laser LASIK)
LASIK is a safe and effective surgical treatment that reshapes your cornea—the transparent membrane that arcs over your pupil and iris—to refract (bend) light rays to focus more precisely on your retina. This is designed to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism.
LASIK is actually an acronym: Laser-Assisted In situ Keratomileusis.
With blade free all-laser technology, LASIK is performed in two steps. First, Mr. Ilango uses a femtosecond laser to create the corneal flap. He then uses the excimer laser to reshape your cornea and correct the refractive error. And with wavefront technology customised to correct your imperfections, you have the very best LASIK technology available to deliver clearer vision.
What is laser eye surgery - LASIK?
LASIK laser eye surgery is a medical procedure that is used to correct common vision problems. As the name suggests, it involves a medical-use laser, to reshape your cornea.
This improves your vision by rearranging how light reflects on your retina. Laser eyesight correction is used to treat problems like shortsightedness (myopia), long-sightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism.
Types Of Laser Eye Correction Surgery
LASIK Surgery
LASIK vision correction surgery is the most common laser eye treatment. It is a relatively painless procedure and best for patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. The doctor exposes the stromal layer of the cornea by peeling it back, creating a flap. The surgeon then reshapes the cornea using laser eye correction and readjusts the cornea.
LASEK Surgery
LASEK is a viable alternative to LASIK eyesight correction surgery for patients with thinner corneas and mild to moderate vision issues. Here, the epithelium is peeled back instead of the stromal, exposing the Bowman’s layer. After this, the surgeon proceeds to reshape the cornea and then the epithelium is replaced.
Wavefront Technology
Wavefront Technology is used in conjunction with either LASIK or LASEK surgery. It is a modern technology that helps doctors improve the accuracy and precision of vision correction. When used in conjunction with the above-mentioned surgery methods, it yields superior results, which are desirable for both; the patient and the surgeon.
Am I Eligible For Laser Vision Correction Surgery?
To be eligible for laser correction surgery, the patient should be between the ages of 18 and 45. Laser eye surgery can be used to treat a variety of eye-related issues. You should discuss your condition with your doctor and conduct the tests they recommend to determine if you are eligible for laser vision correction surgery.
What Type of Eye Surgery Is Right For Me?
Generally speaking, LASIK laser eye surgery is the best option for anyone as it is the most commonly used surgery. However, if your doctor determines your cornea is too thin, they might suggest you go for LASEK eye surgery. If you wish to have superior results, you can also opt for Wavefront Technology along with your surgery.
What Are the Alternatives to Laser Eye Surgery?
Refractive lens exchange surgery (RLE), also known as lens replacement surgery is a viable alternative to laser eye correction treatment. RLE is often recommended for patients with cataracts or senior citizens. It is also a great eye treatment option for patients with higher prescriptions. Contrarily, you can avoid any type of surgery altogether and continue wearing glasses or lenses.
How Much Does Laser Eye Surgery Cost?
At Paragon Clinic, you can consult our expert medical professionals for laser vision correction for free. Laser vision correction treatment (LASIK or LASEK) costs £1800 per eye. To learn more about our pricing and finance policy, you can refer to our price guide.
About your Cataract and Refractive Lens Surgeon
| Speciality | Cornea and Cataract Surgery |
| Degrees | MBBS, BSc, PGCMEd, MRCP, FRCOphth |
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| Gender | Male |
Mr. Thomas Jenyon
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Mr. Thomas Jenyon is a consultant eye surgeon at Paragon Clinic and an NHS consultant ophthalmologist at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. He specialises in micro-incision cataract and lens surgery, as well as corneal and external eye disease. His cataract expertise includes complex cases, patients with previous laser refractive surgery, astigmatism and the use of premium lenses to reduce spectacle dependence.
He trained at University College London where he qualified with distinction, and within the West Midlands. He gained membership to the Royal College of Physicians and is a Fellow at the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
His work on refractive outcomes has been recognised by national and international prizes.
For his contribution to medical education in the West Midlands he has received the Recognising Excellence in Medical Education award twice and continues to teach cataract and corneal surgery to the next generation of corneal surgeons at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
He takes time to listen to patients needs and helps guide them through the different choices available to them, whether it be cataract, lens or laser surgery.
- He trained at University College London where he qualified with distinction, and within the West Midlands.
- He gained membership to the Royal College of Physicians and is a Fellow at the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
- His work on refractive outcomes has been recognised by national and international prizes.
MEET YOUR SURGEON
| Speciality | Corneal Laser Refractive Surgery |
| Degrees | FRCS, FRCOphth,, Cert LRS |
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| Gender | Male |
Mr. B Ilango
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Trained in Corneal Surgery at the world-famous Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and with many tens of thousands of excimer laser procedures (LASIK AND LASEK) under his belt since 1996, Mr. Ilango is the go-to specialist if you are looking for the best laser vision correction surgery in the UK.
Paragon Clinic is privileged to work with Mr. Ilango for to provide bespoke and personalised Laser Vision correction consultations and world class state of the art laser treatments.
Prior to fellowship training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, Mr. Ilango completed the Higher Ophthalmic Specialist Training Programme in the West Midlands. He also trained at St Paul’s Eye Unit in Liverpool and the Leicester Royal Infirmary.
Mr. Ilango has experience in all aspects of Laser refractive surgery including LASIK, LASEK, femtosecond laser, etc and with numerous publications and clinical experience, he is considered an authority in this field.
- Mr. Ilango is certified as a Refractive Surgeon with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
- He is also an NHS consultant specialising in corneal transplants and other corneal surgeries at the Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust.
- He is also the Medical Director at Optimax.
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FAQ’s
How quickly will I see the results of laser eye surgery?
Patients will notice an improvement in their vision within the first 48 hours of their surgery. This will only keep getting better as the weeks go by and patients should recover completely within three to six months.
Is laser eye surgery permanent?
Laser eye surgery permanently fixes the shape of your cornea, giving you a definitive solution to your eye prescription.
What happens in laser eye surgery?
The surgeon creates a flap in the cornea and reshapes your cornea using a medical use laser. This process is painless and very simple.
How is laser eye surgery performed?
The surgeon carefully creates a flap in the cornea by peeling back either the cornea or the epithelium. A medical-use laser is used to adjust the shape of the cornea. The diameter of the laser beam and the number of pulses are carefully calculated and controlled using computer technology.
Is laser eye surgery safe?
While temporary vision issues such as glares or dry eyes are common, they do not last very long after the surgery. Laser eye surgery is one of the safest surgeries with extremely rare complications.
