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What is PRK or Photorefractive Keratectomy?
July 24, 2024 / Laser Eye Surgery
Photorefractive Keratectomy, commonly known as PRK, is a type of refractive surgery aimed at correcting vision problems such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. PRK was the first type of laser eye surgery for vision correction. It is the predecessor to LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) and SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction). While LASIK and SMILE have gained popularity...
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Marijuana’s effect on the eyes
June 20, 2024 / Eye Health
Immediately after smoking marijuana or ingesting marijuana edibles, the eye becomes red due to dilated conjunctival blood vessels. But you may wonder what other effects does marijuana have on the eyes? But ever since scientists recorded a lowering of intra-ocular pressure with marijuana, hopes for integrating it legally into the armoury of treatments for primary open-angle glaucoma have been –...
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Can I have laser eye surgery if I’m pregnant?
May 20, 2024 / Laser Eye Surgery
The short answer is, no. Although laser eye surgery has not been shown to have any negative effects on the mother or unborn child, to get the best possible visual outcome from your laser eye surgery, it is advised that you postpone the surgery to at least 6 months after pregnancy. How do the eye and vision change in pregnancy?...
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What Can Go Wrong During Your Laser Eye Surgery?
April 30, 2024 / Eyesight
Laser eye surgery holds the promise of clearer vision and freedom from glasses or contacts. However, it is not uncommon for people having laser eye surgery to find the thought of it stressful. A major concern is “what can go wrong” during the procedure. Here’s what you need to know about the possible intraoperative complications in laser eye surgery and...
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How Much Does Laser Eye Surgery Cost in 2024?
February 13, 2024 / Laser Eye Surgery
Laser eye surgery continues to increase in popularity as a way to treat long or short-sightedness. But many people want to know – what does it cost? Is it more cost-effective than glasses and contacts? Will laser eye surgery save you money? Laser eye surgery can be an expensive upfront cost, but does the freedom from glasses or contact lenses...
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Meet The Team at the Wellington Eye Centre
January 10, 2024 / Meet the team
We may be a small team but we are mighty! Our team is committed to guiding you through the process of laser eye surgery, making sure you feel comfortable and supported throughout. We know it can be a daunting process for some, so let us introduce the smiling faces (behind the masks) you’ll see throughout. Philippa – Client Care Coordinator...
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Festive Season and Your Eyes
December 12, 2023 / Eye Health
How does one link the festive season to a blog about the eyes? Well here at the Wellington Eye Centre, we live, sleep and dream eyes so there is no topic we can’t relate back to the amazing fields of Optometry and Ophthalmology. Here are some Festive Season Eye-related snippets. 1. Christmas Tree Cataract Christmas Tree Cataract is a rare...
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Naumi Studio Hotel Wellington
November 28, 2023 / Staff Picks
An enchanting visual feast right in the thick of all the Cuba St action Wellington Eye Centre welcomes patients from all over New Zealand to have their laser eye surgery performed in Wellington. You can have an initial assessment at one of our clinics in Hawkes Bay or Nelson with Dr Logan. For patients outside of those areas, you may go to...
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What to Expect on The Day of Surgery
November 9, 2023 / Laser Eye Surgery
The day has finally arrived – your surgery is soon, and you are not quite sure what to expect. You will be at the Wellington Eye Centre for approximately two hours, but only 15 minutes of this is in theatre. So what are you doing with the majority of your time here? This article outlines what to expect on your...
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Vitamins For Good Eye Health and Vision
October 27, 2023 / Eye Health
The importance of diet for eye health and vision has been known for a long time. Vitamin deficiencies are not uncommon, and it is known that deficiencies in certain vitamins can affect the health of your eyes. Before we begin, it’s important to know one thing: The human body is able to store certain vitamins and minerals, whilst others are...
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What are the visual requirements for flying, set by the Civil Aviation Authority?
October 4, 2023 / Eyesight
The aviation environment is visually complex and three-dimensional. This environment can include poor visibility, rapid changes in visual contrast (day and night), and the extensive use of colours. Think of all the colour coding used on maps, on instruments and at airports. The visual targets are small and moving. And there is a plethora of information provided in small print...
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What happens when your vision after laser vision correction surgery is not what you expected?
September 20, 2023 / Eyesight
Laser vision correction surgery is very accurate, but it isn’t always ‘perfect’. With every procedure, there is a small risk your visual outcomes will be less than expected. At the Wellington Eye Centre we invest in the latest technology and follow the most stringent suitability requirements to help reduce the risks and to increase the chance you will have a...
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