Femtosecond laser cataract surgery for bladeless cataract surgery

At OCL Vision, our surgeons perform femtosecond laser cataract surgery, the latest advancement in cataract treatment.

Utilising the latest bladeless, femtosecond laser, this innovative procedure offers unprecedented precision compared to traditional cataract surgery. Our clinic is among the first in the UK to adopt this technology, available only in select centres nationwide.

How much does femtosecond laser cataract surgery cost?

Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Surgery costs an additional £500 on top of the standard cataract surgery fee. For detailed pricing information, please visit our cataract surgery page.

What is femtosecond laser cataract surgery?

Femtosecond laser cataract surgery represents a significant leap forward in the treatment of cataracts. This next-generation procedure uses a specialised laser to make precise incisions and break up the cataract, eliminating the need for traditional blades or scalpels. The femtosecond laser is meticulously programmed to create incisions at exact locations within the cornea and lens, enhancing the accuracy and safety of the surgery.

Benefits of femtosecond laser cataract surgery

1. Laser precision: The laser creates incisions with unparalleled precision, programmed to the exact depth and size required, enhancing the overall accuracy of the procedure.
2. High accuracy: The femtosecond laser makes an opening in the capsule bag (capsulotomy) surrounding the lens, allowing for more accurate access to the cataract compared to manual methods.
3. Safe and precise cataract removal: The cataract is fragmented using the laser, reducing the need for traditional ultrasonic devices. The final removal is performed by the surgeon.
4. Blade and needle free: This procedure minimises the use of multiple instruments and eliminates the need for blades, making the surgery safer and more efficient.
5. More effective: Laser surgery improves the stability of the replacement lens due to the precision of the capsulotomy.
6. Stronger healing of incisions: The laser incision in the cornea is more likely to be self-sealing, promoting stronger and faster healing.
7. Optimised visual results: The precision of femtosecond laser cataract surgery allows for the full realisation of the visual benefits of premium intraocular lenses implanted during surgery.

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