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
CHRISTINE SYKES
STAFF ABSOLUTELY GREAT AND EXPLAINED EVERYTHING WELL. I WAS REASSURRED AS SEVERAL OF THEM HAVE HAD THE TREATMENT THEMSELVES. THERE WAS NO PAIN AND I CANNOT PRAISE IT ENOUGH! AND YES - I WISH I'D DONE IT YEARS AGO.
Mark Senior
Changed my life - recommend anybody the benefits of Ultralase.
R Dowman
I always considered the treatment but I now wish I had taken the plunger sooner!
Nickywhite
Update - I had a few questions - so i gave UltraLase a ring - lovely staff, answered all my questions truthfully. The staff really do make you feel like you are their only patient - I'm aware that i may still have to have some glasses even after the treatment, i'm not expecting miricles, but staff are honest in what they tell me, and i appreciate their honesty. Everything is explained fully. I'm so glad i chose Ultralase.
Emma
The best thing I have ever done, I'm so pleased with the result after only one day. I would recommend it to everyone. All the staff get 10/10.
CARL
VERY PLEASED WITH THE RESULTS, I CAN NOW ENJOY MANY MORE SPORTS THAN BEFORE.
Nickywhite
Up date: 27/9/03 Consultation. Say my patient advisor - great, had a few checks. Saw the opto - more checks. Result: I CAN HAVE LASIK !! - I'm really excited. After all research, ultralase seemed the best and i'm going to be treated next Saturday. For those of you who knows what this means my 'script' is: R: -4.50 Astig: -3.25 (25) L: -5.50 Astig: -2.75 (170) VA's 6/60 both eyes My right eye has a little dryness (6seconds as opposed to 10 in left) but they have supplied drops in preperation for next week. My pupils are 7mm - my cornea is thick - I'm a boarderline case as if my corneas were 'normal' then they could not perfom LASIK. I knew that i'd probably not get away without haveing to wear 'minor' glasses after treatment - and the clinic were great and honest when they detailed all that they not only hoped for, but also what was likely. hey even gave me ideas of worse case ! Staff were brilliant - i did'nt feel rushed (and yet they even stayed an extra 1/2 hour after office closing jsut to answer my extra questions !) Surgeon for next week is Pascal Annonier. Apparently he usually works in Tottenham but is in Leeds next week-end. Looking (no pun intended) forward to next week.
K. Gunter
It's great being able to see perfectly in the morning and not having to find my glasses or putting contact lenses in. Fantastic!
David Pearce
All the aspects of this treatment, the service, the facilities and the results have been first class.
Jackie
kb-there are 3 clinics i have looked into-lvc/accuvision/ultralase-i have had a consultation with ultralase-saw no surgeon, found this a bit odd as if someone is to cut my eye i would like to have some rapport at least. Isuffer from allergic conjuntivitis-Ultralase seemed to dismiss this a merely a bloodshot eye, whereas when i have contacted lvc they said my eyes must be clear before surgery and they would help with this. Ihave also had literature from accuvision and find the feed back on this site good. I do not haunt clinics i am just trying to make the best decision in a maze of information. Ihave also seen the Which article on laser eye surgery and that was quite informative. I can only say it seems to pay to do your homework as things can go wrong-hence this website. However there also a lot of happy people who have been dealt with by various surgeons/clinics throuhout the country. You just need to research as many as poss before making a decision.
