22A Harley Street London W1G 9PB
22A Harley Street London W1G 9PB
Laser Eye Surgery in London
Explore laser vision correction at 22A Harley Street. Your assessment determines which options, if any, suit your eyes and prescription.
From £1,950 per eye · View costs
Our team will contact you to arrange your appointment.
- Free consultation (£100 holding fee, refunded)
- Written treatment and aftercare quotation
- Further treatment terms explained before booking
Dr CT Pillai leads our laser vision correction service. Meet the clinical team and discuss the approach appropriate for your eyes.
Meet your surgeons
Meet our clinical team: Dr CT Pillai and Dr Radwan Almousa.
Considering life with less reliance on glasses or contact lenses? At Precision Vision London, your assessment at 22A Harley Street explores whether laser vision correction is suitable for your eyes and which approach fits your prescription and daily life.
What is laser eye surgery?
Laser vision correction changes the shape of the cornea, the clear front surface of your eye, to improve focus. Depending on your prescription and eye health, it may reduce your need for glasses or contact lenses.
The main approaches include LASIK, surface treatments such as LASEK and TransPRK, and lenticule extraction such as SMILE. They differ in how the cornea is treated and how recovery progresses. Your assessment should establish which options are appropriate for you.
Surgery is optional. Continuing with glasses or contact lenses may be the right choice, and glasses can still be needed for some activities after treatment.
How is your treatment planned?
Measurements of your prescription, corneal shape and thickness help your surgeon plan treatment. Precision Vision London lists the SCHWIND AMARIS 1050RS among its laser equipment. SCHWIND identifies this as an excimer laser with eye-tracking technology.
The equipment and treatment plan must match the procedure recommended for your eyes. At your consultation, ask which technique and laser platform will be used, who will perform the operation, and what the alternatives are.
How do the treatment options differ?
Your prescription alone does not determine the best approach. Corneal measurements, eye-surface health and your visual priorities also matter.
| Approach | How it differs | What to discuss |
|---|---|---|
| LASIK | Treatment beneath a corneal flap. | Flap suitability, dry-eye symptoms and recovery needs. |
| LASEK / TransPRK | Surface treatment without a LASIK flap. | Initial discomfort and time away from work while the surface heals. |
| SMILE | A small piece of corneal tissue is removed through a small incision. | Prescription suitability, the treating surgeon and the platform used. |
| Blended vision | A treatment strategy intended to improve the range of focus as reading vision changes. | Expected reading vision, adaptation and situations where glasses may still be useful. |
Surface treatment is not automatically safe for every thin or irregular cornea. Your surgeon needs to assess the underlying reason for the measurements before recommending treatment.
PTK treats selected corneal surface conditions and is different from elective vision correction. Ask the team about an assessment for a corneal condition.
Could laser treatment be suitable for you?
Suitability depends on a stable prescription, healthy eyes and appropriate corneal measurements. Being over 18 does not by itself make someone suitable. Bring previous prescription records so your clinician can assess stability.
Tell the team about dry-eye symptoms, previous eye treatment, medication, pregnancy or breastfeeding, and any medical conditions. Some findings mean treatment should be delayed, or another approach considered.
If your eyes are unsuitable for laser, an ICL assessment may be relevant. If the natural lens is changing, the discussion may include lens replacement. Neither is an automatic substitute; each has its own risks and eligibility requirements.
What happens, step by step
Your suitability consultation
A detailed 60–90 minute assessment led by your surgeon, with advanced diagnostic scans, confirms whether you're a candidate and which technique suits your eyes.
Your personalised treatment plan
Your surgeon explains your options, expected outcome, risks and costs — with no pressure and no obligation to proceed.
Treatment day
The laser procedure itself takes around 10–20 minutes per eye under anaesthetic drops. You'll rest briefly, then be driven home the same day.
Recovery & aftercare
Recovery depends on the procedure. LASIK often permits an earlier return to usual activities than surface laser treatment. Arrange transport home and follow the individual instructions for drops, follow-up visits, work and exercise. Do not drive until your care team confirms it is safe and you meet the legal visual standard.
What benefits and limitations should you consider?
The aim is to reduce reliance on glasses or contact lenses. The result depends on your starting prescription, eye health and treatment plan. No procedure can promise lifelong freedom from glasses.
Dryness, fluctuating vision and glare or haloes can occur after treatment. Some symptoms persist and may need further care. Under-correction or over-correction can mean that glasses or additional treatment are needed.
Less common complications include infection, problems with corneal healing and, rarely, permanent loss of vision. Ask your surgeon about the risks of your specific procedure, the chance of needing further treatment and how urgent problems are managed.
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists' patient guide explains the choices and risks to discuss before consent.
What does treatment cost?
LASIK and surface laser treatment start from £1,950 per eye. Your recommended procedure and written quotation are confirmed after an assessment.
The consultation is advertised as free, with a refundable £100 holding fee. Ask the team to explain the refund and cancellation terms before reserving an appointment.
View starting prices by treatment
| Treatment | From |
|---|---|
| LASIK / LASEK / TransPRK | £1,950 |
| Blended vision | £2,500 |
| SMILE | £2,550 |
Before you book, request a written breakdown covering diagnostics, surgery, follow-up appointments and any conditions attached to further treatment. View the clinic's pricing information.
Dr CT Pillai
Dr CT Pillai leads the laser vision correction service at Precision Vision London. The clinic lists Dr Radwan Almousa for SMILE procedures. Ask who will carry out your assessment, operation and follow-up care before choosing treatment.
Read Dr Pillai's profile and Dr Almousa's profile.
Find out which options fit your eyes
Talk to Precision Vision London about an assessment at 22A Harley Street and get a personalised recommendation before deciding on treatment.
Request an assessmentAsk about the consultation process, refundable £100 holding fee and cancellation terms before booking.
What our laser patients say
"Many thanks to Mr Pillai and his team — they were all superbly professional throughout. I still can't quite believe how well I can see less than 48 hours down the line, but it is amazing."
"I was quite nervous about the procedure, but every member of staff was competent and confident, which put my mind at ease. My husband had laser eye surgery 10 years ago and his eyesight is still perfect — reassuring proof the results are long-lasting."
"Top-quality attention and top-quality equipment. That made me very confident — it was an excellent job and I feel so good with my vision, and so happy. I recommend everyone to see the clinic."
Questions before booking
Will I still need glasses?
You may still need glasses for some tasks, and your prescription or reading vision can change as you get older. Your surgeon should explain the likely outcome for your eyes before you decide.
When can I return to work?
It depends on the treatment and your work. Surface procedures generally require more initial recovery time than LASIK. Ask for advice that takes account of screen work, driving, dust and physical activity.
What happens if laser treatment is unsuitable?
The recommendation may be to wait, continue with glasses or contact lenses, or consider a different procedure. You do not need to choose surgery to benefit from understanding your options.
Is the consultation free?
The clinic advertises a free consultation with a refundable £100 holding fee. Confirm how refunds and cancellations work before booking.