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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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Our Testimonials
I now have better vision than I had when wearing glasses or contact lenses. Waking up and being able to see has been the most fantastic feeling. I can’t describe enough how wonderful this treatment has been.
I had bilateral wavefront lasek at St Albans with Vinod Gupta on 16 October 2003 for -3.5/-4.0 myopia.
I had been assessed last year for conventional lasik, but although the clinic were prepared to undertake the surgery, I decided not to proceed due to the risk of glare/halo problems with largish 6.5mm pupils and thin corneas meaning retreatment would not be possible. When I heard that wavefront lasek could address these issues I was reassessed and decided to proceed.
On the day everything seemed well organised and professional. I experienced very little discomfort during the proceedure or since, though I was very sensitive to light for a few hours. When the laser was firing I found it difficult to keep my eye still and the laser was stopped a couple of times, however Mr Gupta said that the proceedure had gone very well and I was able to leave after 30 minutes in the recovery room.
Since then my eyesight has been pretty good though it is a little unstable and varies through the day. I seemed a bit longsighted at first, but 1 week after treatment I can view my computer monitor without problems. My right eye is healing faster than the left so I have a slight imbalance which is improving daily. Night driving is OK, I don’t have a problem with halos though car headlights seem very much brighter than when I wore glasses.
I was aware from the outset that the healing time for lasek was longer than for lasik so am not disheartened that some problems remain at the end of week 1. I am able to function without glasses for the first time in 20 years and feel confident that my vision will have improved further at my 1 month check up.
I had treatment at Ultralase in Leeds on 1st October 2003 and was delighted. I had Lasik for a prescription of -1.50 and -2.50 and the morning after treatment could see 6/4 with both eyes. There was no pain at all and only discomfort due to light sensitivity for a couple of hours after the lasering itself.
I would recommend it to anyone and Ultralase were fantastic in every way.
Nearly 3 weeks after treatment – Don’t anybody pinch me – it’s a dream and i don’t want to wake up!!
No glare, no halo’s no dry eyes, noting but good clear eyes.
I’m still amazed how hgealthy my eyes look, the whites seem to be whiter than they were.(perhaps the drops have a lasting effect – it wasn’t contact lens irritation as i’d stopped wearng them months before treatment)
Well worth the money and i wis i’d done it years ago. thanks Ultralase and i’ll see you at my monthly check.next week !
Treated with Ultra-WaveFront on 25/3/03 at Ultralase St Albans.
My presciption details were as follows:
Left Eye: -5.00
Right Eye: – 5.50
Amazing!! I wish I’d had it done years ago. All the staff were friendly and helpful, and the treatment great. The difference to my life is beyond expectations. Being able to see is fantastic and I’d highly recommend Ultralase.