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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 was treated at the Bristol clinic in July 2002 and I have just had my 6 month check-up and been signed off. Can’t recommend the place enough – staff, clinic, treatment and aftercare were all excellent.
My first impressions were very good and this had a greatly reassuring effect. The relaxed atmosphere and the professionalism of the staff was extremely important.
I was advised about possible problems with dry eyes; a problem that I already had before treatment due to prolong wearing of contact lenses. The opticians were very thorough in their explanation and when I rang back for further information, they were able to answer my questions quickly.
Having decided to go ahead with treatment, the side effects as explained to me, were spot on. I’m still using artificial tears but that’s because of the air-conditioning at work!! At home or on the weekends, I don’t feel the need to administer the drops.
If you go for a consultation, my advice is to take someone with you. Although they give you a pack to take away, they do explain an awful lot of things and it’s hard to take it all in. Be prepared to have to spend a long time at the clinic.
I had laser eye surgery at Ultralase Leeds with Mr Gupta almost 3 years ago. I was approximately –3.5 in both eyes before surgery and was completely dependant upon glasses to get through daily life and fiddled around with contact lenses when playing football. After conducting a great deal of research into alternative providers (this type of site would have been very useful then) I chose Ultralase as they appeared to specialise in this field and had been around for longer than anyone else so I figured had more experience. I found the surgery uncomfortable rather than painful and would liken it to a trip to the dentist – not something you would choose to do every day but not a big deal when you get there. My eyes were very sensitive for a couple of days after the operation and I didn’t feel like doing much all weekend (I was treated on a Friday) but by the Monday I was seeing clearly and was back at work. 3 years on my eyesight is slightly better than 20/20 and I’m overjoyed with the results. All along Ultralase have been extremely professional and friendly and I have recommended them to my father in law and best mate both of whom have had treatment at Ultralase and are as impressed as I am.
I was -3 with astigmatism. Decided to go for treatment as I was tired of contact lenses and glasses.
Consultation was professional , operation was simple and straight-forward with excellent staff at the (Birmingham clinic).
Problems/complications:-
– Vision is very good with both eyes but my right eye is the weaker. Early indications suggest eyes are settling (been 2 months now) and re-treatment may not be possible for the right eye as my cornea is not thick enough to allow further treatment
– My eyes get tired allot more quickly especially at night watching TV
– I use a VDU but each morning (so far) my eyes are straining to see clearly the screen. After a couple of hours my vision is ok. This could be due to a condition called ‘dry eyes’
– I need to take tear drops as a result which is an inconvenience but I hope not long term as this will negate the results of the operation
– Night vision is ok
– I used to suffer from frequent headaches with contacts but these have disappeared now
Overall my vision is better than it used to be (when I had contacts) BUT not as good as my glasses. Dry eyes is causing me inconvenience as I need to take drops but hopefully this will pass.
Vision is not great/strained for the first 2 hours each day but fine after that – noticeable only when using a VDU but not normal run of the mill things
My advice:-
– Check you can handle the ‘aftercare programme’ as it is a bit lengthy and choose your nearest clinic as you need to make several visits after the OP
– Check with the surgeon about dry eyes and if you have them before the long term effects after
– Ensure your cornea is thick enough to be able to withstand further treatment if necessary
Hope these comments help
The procedure is very quick and the results are fantastic. I am so pleased that I had the treatment, it has made such a difference to me. It has given me a sense of freedom.
I had laser eye treatment four years ago for long sight and would recommend it to anybody. The results have been amazing and I am still very happy with the results. I chose Ultralase as a result of a friend of mine recommended them – she was also pleased with her new freedom without glasses. I found Ultralase staff to be very friendly and relaxed. They were very professional and kept me informed all the way through the consultation and treatment. I have since recommended the treatment to my sister and brother-in-law and who are now pleased with their results. Thank you Ultralase for changing my life.