The first Ultralase clinic was opened in January 1991 at the Clatterbridge Hospital near Chester. At the time, all treatments performed were Photorefractive Keratotomy, or PRK, until the Lasik procedure was introduced in 1995.
With the introduction of Lasik, and the clear advantages it demonstrated for certain patients, Ultralase went through a period of dramatic growth through 2002.
2003 Ultralase introduced the revolutionary UltraPlus treatment with Wavefront technology, giving patients visual outcomes far surpassing those of standard laser treatments. Ultralase became the first provider to have all treatment outcomes verified by independent audit.
In March 2009, the commitment to clinical excellence led Ultralase to become the first UK provider to have all Great Britain surgeons certified in Laser Refractive Surgery by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth).
Ultralase Prices
Ultralase comes in second place in our list of the best laser eye surgery clinics in the UK for price, just after Optical Express. That’s because this clinic offers the full shebang: transparent prices, 0% finance options, free consultations, and competitive prices.
The cost of eye surgery at Ultralase ranges between £1,1695 and £2,995 (per eye), depending on the treatment type that you agree upon in discussion with a surgeon. These prices are in line with the average cost of eye surgery, but not quite as low as Optical Express.
Treatments Offered
You can count on Ultralase for the main laser eye and lens replacement surgery procedures. These include: LASIK and LASEK with Wavefront options, as well as refractive lens exchange (RLE), implantable contact lenses, and cataract surgery.
Is Ultralase Right for You?
With nearly 3,000 overall positive reviews from independent customers in the UK, Ultralase is one of the best-rated laser eye surgery clinics by patients. People value this clinic for its:
- Friendly prices – Fixed and reasonable prices help you know what to expect.
- Nationwide clinics – Ultralase has 20 clinics in the UK, including in London, Reading and St Albans.
- Decent aftercare – Ultralase provides free aftercare – one check-up and drops for the first three months.
Despite glowing reviews, however, it’s worth reading the fine print if you do choose Ultralase. In 2015, BBC’s Watchdog exposed the problems countless laser eye surgery patients have experienced accessing their lifelong aftercare.
Most user reviews on Lasik Eyes show happy experiences, but then again most people never need to take advantage of their lifetime guarantee. If you would like to find out whether Ultralase is the top-rated laser eye surgery clinic near you, we’re here to help.
Still, Ultralase features in several of Lasik Eyes’ lists of top-rated eye surgery:
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Ultralase Reviews
Kate Osborne
Excellent service and care, pre, during and post surgery. Very friendly and helpful staff who really helped to relax me and put any fears I had aside. Treatment – painless but scary but results amazing and better than I had imagined considering how bad my eyes were... now I have perfect sight! Thank you so much!
Carol Hewson
Very welcoming, nice friendly staff. Put me at ease. The treatment was very successful and aftercare second to none. My astigmatism is gone and vision better than I ever expected. Thank you for giving me a “new life”.
Maxine Adams
Hi! I was well in formed of all the treatment I was having, all staff were very helpful and kind, the treatment itself was not painful just uncomfortable but it was all done very quickly which was good for me as I was very nervous. My after-care was very good and I could see very well not long after. My vision is great and no longer need glasses, only trendy sunglasses!
Helen McCusker
After being recommended by a friend, I decided to book my treatment on the consultation day. I was impressed by the friendly team and the expertise of my surgeon – Dr Gupta. The procedure itself was quick, easy and virtually pain free. And results were instant. With better than 20/20 vision, I’d definitely recommend
Veronica Budgen
The treatment to both eyes has really enabled me to live my life much more easily.
Working as a nurse it is so much better now that I don’t have to keep putting my glasses on, off, on, off about a “million” times during the day.
Worth every penny!!! and the 4 hours round trip.
Thank you.
J Key
Excellent treatment throughout from very efficient staff. Although I was sent to Chelmsford from Guildford for treatment.
The staff at Chelmsford were equally as efficient and affable. The treatment was quick and painless. The true results were not instantaneous, however, my eyesight steadily improved and is now at an extremely high standard, which is a joy. I really appreciate the change for the better to my life and would highly recommend the treatment to anyone considering laser eye surgery.
Emma Ford
Hi! You are probably reading this still wondering if you are doing the right thing and are these people all telling the truth? Can it really be that good!! " "Yes" - do it! It's truly life changing and amazing for me. Go for it... staff very friendly and surgeon lovely xxx
Irene Chamberlain
Free from glasses for the first time since the age of 13. A very big thank you to all at St Albans for making the experience a pleasant one.
No one should need to wear glasses. Just visit Ultralase. Excellent!!
Lloyd Wardall
Excellent treatment, advice and aftercare.
Results were almost instant.
I can now have better than 20/20 vision which means I can ride a motorcycle, drive a car, play golf and carry out day to day duties without the need of the use of glasses.
Glen Paton
After my treatment I had excellent care and any questions I had was answered in a very professional manner.
More importantly I now have perfect vision and you can’t ask for more than that.
