Eye Health Facts
"I've had my eyes lasered"
Laser light has found many uses in eye surgery, as it can deliver precise amounts of energy to pinpoint locations around the eye to remove, reshape or remodel tissue.
In different intensities, colours and locations in the eye, laser can be used for treatment in:
- Refractive surgery to correct for short- or long-sightedness and/or astigmatism
- As a followup treatment after cataract surgery
- In diabetic eye disease
- In macular disease
- Repairing tears in the retina or eyes at risk of retinal detachment
- In acute angle closure glaucoma
- In open angle glaucoma
- At low intensity as an 'activator' for certain medical treatments.
So don't be surprised when you get asked a few more questions about your eyes if you tell us 'I've had my eyes lasered'.
Eye Health Facts
Tell me about one day contacts
Daily disposable contact lenses (CLs) have made things much more convenient for people who want contact lenses part-time. This suits people who wear glasses most of the time, but like an occasional change, or for people wanting to wear contact lenses for specific purposes - like going out, sports, holidays or special occasions.
Daily disposable CLs now come in a wide range of prescription powers, and in a variety of colours. They also come into their own for people with dry eyes, tear film problems and allergy - because each day is a fresh new lens.
Depending on the condition of your eyes, you may be eligible for Medicare funding for the fitting of contact lenses - be sure to ask.