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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
MUCHO EXCELLENTE!! I had the treatment this morning at the Birmingham clinic, I could not recommend the clinic and staff more! The staff are all “real people” & have sense of humour (but very professional) as I am mad and zany!! The machine that makes a spinning spiral pattern is great, reminds me of Ibiza I would pay for that experience again!! Up front I was err Mr. Macho but inside terrified, so much that for once I was SPEECHLESS as I was terrified!! The “eye sucker” was the scariest but painless. I had 5mg sedative but they can give you up to 10mg of the sedative, I thought for the money I might as well have some FUN. The sedative was excellent not so much for the procedure but for when I got home as it felt like onions and grit in my eyes, now I can see down the bottom of the road. I recommend the sedative as when you get home you can SLEEP for about 3 hours as your eyes feel like you have been in the sun to long!! Oh yah I was blind as a bat at -7.95 each eye, my mother always said doing that would make me go blind, I had to laugh when they said don’t “rub” (they mean the eyes!!) for 4 weeks!! hahahahaha!! I made them laugh when I said which “eye” do the drops go in!! All in all thanks go to the Birmingham staff. I have got like a mild “tooth ache” in my eyes, the lids are sore and the eye looks blood shot. All I can say is GO FOR IT!! Oh yah in case your wondering they say don’t wear perfume or aftershave on the day it’s because it affects the laser not because so they can smell if you are on fire or not!! Oh I nearly forgot they give these mad eye shields to sleep with and some clear glasses that are included in the (current) price of £895 per eye. The eye shields are hilarious I would rather wear those than the glasses that make you look like a total knob. At least the shields give you sympathy with the birds innit!! Contact me if you are are scared, I have had worse experience at the dentist and when I was younger worse experience from hangovers!! (PS I went on my own and travelled home by taxi as the little Mrs. had a training course, yes you can see after the procedure but it’s milky) Ray!! Best money I have spent I guess now the new carpets will have to wait!!
I had treatment by Neil Marshall on 20th March 2002. The treatment was painless but there was a mild discomfort when the clamp and the suction ring were put in place. I left the clinic with milky hazy vision (which I was warned about). After the aneasthetic wore off I could not open my eyes for a few hours so I just lay in a dark room chillin’ out for a bit!
The next day was fantastic. My distance vision was excellent, the pain had gone, but my vision within a five feet radius seemed to take a long time to focus. I went for my post examination and it appeared that I was slightly long sighted and I was told thatit may correct itself over the next few days.
Today, (2 days after treatment) my vision is excellent and the focusing within 5 feet is quicker and sharper…however my left eye is stinging slightly and my right eye is slightly bruised….apart form that….I can see….who cares about the bruise!!
I will write more next week after my weekly checkup.
I have been for a consultation at Boots and Ultralase and on the whole I have been more impressed with Ultralase,the staff are v friendly and answered all my questioned,I have booked up for treatment on Thursday 28th March with Niel Marshall and will spend the next week crapping myself im sure. I will post how it all goes but would be glad to hear from anyone who has used this surgeon.
Cheers
Went to Ultralase clinic in Manchester in December 2001 for an initial consultation.There is no surgery in Manchester yet but I was told that the plan was to open in Spring 2002. My prescription is quite strong (-6 in both eyes) but my problem was that the corneas were not thick enough to allow surgery. However they did state that new technology was expected soon which would cater for such conditions so I haven’t given up hope. All in all found the staff to be very helpful. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has faced the same problem with corneal thickness.
My comments are average as I have not been to the Birmingham Clinic yet. I was told I must wear glasses for 7 days before an appointment to let my cornea return to a “normal” shape which has annoyed me. I have to now purchase glasses and wear these for 7 days so far this seems the worst thing!! Other than that the lady I phoned seemed helpful & friendly. I will let everyone here know how things progress. Ray, Dudley, UK