LASIK Eye Surgery
A thin flap is lifted, the cornea beneath is reshaped and the flap is replaced. LASIK has the fastest recovery, with many people back at their desk within a day or two.
Gateshead · Tyne and Wear
Laser Eye Surgery in Gateshead: LASIK, LASEK & PRK
Living south of the Tyne and thinking about laser eye surgery? Laser Eye Surgery Newcastle provides LASIK, LASEK and PRK for patients from Gateshead town centre, Low Fell, Dunston, Teams and Team Valley, helping you rely less on glasses and contact lenses.
Your first step is a free, no-obligation quote. A full eye assessment then shows which treatment suits your eyes, and a detailed written quotation follows before anything is booked.
- Gateshead & nearby
- LASIK · LASEK · PRK
- Free, no-obligation quote
Local service
Planning Your Treatment From Gateshead
Laser eye surgery is not a single appointment. There is an assessment beforehand, the treatment day itself and several check-ups afterwards, so a little planning goes a long way.
Before you commit, the location of each appointment is confirmed, along with how your aftercare will be organised. That gives you time to book days off work, line up a lift home after surgery and fit follow-up visits around family life.
Why the Details Matter
Your vision will be blurred straight after treatment, so driving is out of the question until your clinician says otherwise. Knowing exactly where to be, and when, keeps the whole experience calm and straightforward.
Treatments
Choosing Between LASIK, LASEK and PRK
The three procedures share the same goal of reshaping the cornea so light focuses correctly. Where they differ is in how the cornea is prepared, and that affects comfort and recovery.
LASEK Eye Surgery
LASEK works on the corneal surface, so no deeper flap is needed. It is often advised when corneas are on the thin side, and recovery takes around a week.
PRK Laser Eye Surgery
PRK removes the cornea's outer layer, which then grows back. With no flap to worry about, it is a common choice for people who play contact sports.
Conditions
Short-Sightedness, Long-Sightedness and Astigmatism
These three focusing problems account for most glasses and contact lens prescriptions, and all three can be treated with laser surgery in suitable patients.
Blurred Distance Vision
Trouble reading road signs or recognising faces across the room usually points to short-sightedness, the most commonly treated condition.
Difficulty Focusing Up Close
Long-sightedness makes reading and screen work tiring. Whether laser treatment can help depends on your age and how strong your prescription is.
Distorted or Stretched Vision
Astigmatism comes from an unevenly curved cornea and is normally corrected in the same treatment as any short- or long-sightedness.
Suitability
Are Your Eyes Suitable?
A glasses prescription alone cannot tell you whether laser surgery is safe for you. That is the job of a detailed assessment, which takes place before any treatment is recommended.
Corneal Thickness and Eye Health
Healthy corneas of a suitable thickness and shape are essential. If yours are thinner than average, LASEK or PRK may still be an option.
Prescription and Medical History
You need to be at least 18, with a prescription that has held steady for a year or more. Keratoconus, significant dry eye, some medicines and pregnancy can all affect suitability or timing.
Work and Hobbies
A physical job or contact sport may tip the balance towards a surface treatment rather than LASIK.
How it works
From First Enquiry to Final Check-Up
There is no pressure to commit at any point, and every stage is explained before it happens.
Free Quote
Send a few details through the form and a member of the team will be in touch to talk through your options and arrange an assessment.
Assessment and Written Quotation
Your eyes are measured in detail, the recommended treatment and its risks are explained, and you receive a written quotation.
Treatment and Aftercare
Surgery is a day procedure under numbing drops, followed by check-ups until your vision has settled.
Pricing
What Laser Eye Surgery Costs in Gateshead
Prices vary with the procedure, the complexity of your prescription and whether one or both eyes are treated. Instead of a headline figure that might not apply to you, Laser Eye Surgery Newcastle provides a detailed quotation once your eyes have been assessed.
Laser vision correction for everyday glasses wearers is paid for privately rather than funded by the NHS.
Questions to Ask About Any Quote
When comparing prices, find out whether the figure covers both eyes, whether medication and follow-up visits are included, and how any future enhancement would be charged. A cheaper headline price can look very different once these are added.
Why choose us
Why Gateshead Patients Get in Touch
A Straight Answer on Suitability
If laser surgery is not right for your eyes, or a different treatment would suit you better, you will hear that plainly.
Costs Set Out in Writing
Your quotation shows what is included, so you can compare it fairly with anything else you are considering.
Time to Think It Over
You can take as long as you need after your quote. Nothing is booked until you are ready.
Areas we cover
Covering Gateshead and Nearby Communities
Patients from across the Gateshead borough, including Low Fell, Team Valley, Dunston and Teams, can request a quote and arrange an assessment. Neighbouring parts of Tyne and Wear are covered too, with information on laser eye surgery in Newcastle, Gosforth, Jesmond, North Shields and Wallsend.
- Gateshead
- Low Fell
- Team Valley
- Dunston
- Teams
Laser eye surgery across Tyne and Wear
FAQs
Questions From Gateshead Patients
Will all my appointments be in the same place?
Not always. Consultations and check-ups can sometimes take place at a different location from the surgery. The arrangements are confirmed before you book, so there are no surprises.
How soon after the assessment can I have treatment?
That depends on your eyes and on availability. If you wear contact lenses, you may need to leave them out for a while before your measurements and treatment, which can affect timing.
Do I need to bring anything on treatment day?
Bring your glasses, any medication you take and someone who can take you home. Avoid wearing eye make-up.
Learn more
Laser Eye Surgery Guides for Gateshead Patients
Next step
Request Your Gateshead Laser Eye Surgery Quote
Find out whether LASIK, LASEK or PRK could work for you. Send a few details today for a free, no-obligation quote, and we will be in touch to arrange your assessment.