Male
Female
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:
Find Your Perfect Match
The only way to find out is to see if you’re eligible for 20/20 vision or your money back, and to get a tailored quote. That’s why we make it easy to pop in for a free consultation, have free eye tests (worth £800), and talk through your options with an eye expert.
Next steps: Our simple tool helps our readers every day get closer to going glasses free:
- Find the top clinic in seconds: Answer three questions to be matched to the leading eye clinic in your area
- Check you’re eligible in minutes: Receive a quick call to check you can get surgery (we will never share your number with anyone else)
- Book a free consultation: Talk to an expert at a clinic you can trust for a free eye test and personalised quote (with no obligation)
☛ Click here to find the top-rated clinic near you, and get a tailored quote.
Our Testimonials
It's nearly two years since I had both eyes done. It's quite simply the best thing I've ever done! I've even forgotten now that I ever wore glasses. The best thing was my first holiday after having it done, I was in the pool with the children – and I could see! It was the best feeling ever. I was recommended to Ultralase, and I have recommended it to everyone interested. It's the best thing I've ever done – for me.
My eyes were operated on in 1989 or 1990.So long ago I can't remember which.Since so few postings are more than 3 or 4 years , perhaps a longer-term report may hold a little extra interest.
Mr Jory Senior performed the operations 3 weeks apart. My original vision, if memory serves was about -1.75 and -2.25dioptres.
I had only needed spectacles for about three/four years at that time and was then 44 years old.In those four years prior to surgery,from the first wearing of any specs,I had gone through about 3 or 4 prescriptions, getting strongerand stronger lenses each time.
The operations(RK)were almost without any discomfort,during surgery and whilst healing.I think my post-op vision became +0.25 and +0.50d. Not bad eh!Well the years passed, and I continued to see really well to drive, to read(even small print)and even to pursue my hobby of target shooting. I had only the usual slight haloes(eg.looking at the moon)down one edge of low-lighted objects and little starring around street lights. This was really of little bother. A positive side-effect seemed to be a halt in the original downward spiral and my sight really stabilised.
In the last 3-4 years, I have found that my reading/close up sight was not quite as good as before, and I started wearing cheap 'supermarket'reading glasses.Fine, until about 2-3 months ago.In those last 3 months,my close-up vision has needed +2.5 cheap readers(from 3-4 years of +1.25/1.5d) and my non-spectacle day-time long sight has now become a little blurry(say car number-plates at a 'fair' distance, or some text,particularly white, on TV across the room). When driving at night, tail-lights have a red haze all around, but it's not troublesome(yet!) It appears to be getting worse over time.
So today I called the LCRS to see what they can do for an old-timer.I shall be going next week for a consultation and perhaps another op or two. If you are interested, watch this space, or give me an e-mail.
I am highly delighted and it has made a huge difference in my life. Before I could not get out of bed without fumbling for my glasses.Now I only need glasses for reading.For the first time I am able to drive without glasses and I can swim without goggles and I can get to and from the changing rooms.I had a -8 pescription and now one eye is virtually perfect and the other is -.25. The treatment is amasing.I would and have recommended you to many people. It has changed my life and if the cost was two or three times as much it would still be worth every penny.
Having Ultralase treatment was the best decision i had ever made, i'd recommend it to anybody. My eyesight is now perfect and my eyes are very healthy. I don't have to worry about going swimming and i certainly do not miss reaching for my glasses first thing in the morning. The service i received was fantastic, the staff were very friendly, incredibly professional and put me at ease throughout the whole process. Thank You Ultralase.
It's the best thing I've ever done my eyes have been perfect ever since and I've had no problems with them. It has made such a difference with every aspect of my life, everything is so much better. The staff are very friendly and will help as much as possible. The service I received was no less than 100% and I'd recommend it to anyone.