How much is laser eye surgery in Dublin?
€800 to €2,600 per eye for laser, €1,600 to €5,200 for both eyes. Implantable lenses and lens replacement cost €2,900 to €3,900 per eye.
Where are the laser eye clinics in Dublin?
Most of Dublin's laser eye clinics are in the city centre and in south county Dublin around Sandyford and Carrickmines, both on the Luas Green line.
Can I drive home after laser eye surgery?
No. Arrange a lift or a taxi, and don't drive until the clinic says your sight meets the standard, usually after a day or two for LASIK and up to a week for LASEK or PRK.
How many visits will I make?
About six: the assessment, the treatment, the next day, about a week, and later checks at three months and a year.
Is LASIK right for everyone?
It has the quickest recovery, but it isn't right for every eye. Thin corneas, dry eyes and contact sport often point to LASEK, PRK or SMILE.
Do I get tax relief?
Yes. Revenue gives 20% relief on laser treatment for defective eyesight. Claim it in myAccount.
Who contacts me if I send the form?
One Dublin eye clinic, not five. They contact you to arrange an assessment. Nothing is booked until you say yes.
How much is laser eye surgery in Dublin?
€800 to €2,600 per eye, €1,600 to €5,200 for both eyes.
Is laser eye surgery dearer in Dublin than in Cork or Galway?
No. The ranges are the same around the country. Your prescription and the treatment move the price.
How long does LASIK take?
The laser part takes seconds to a couple of minutes per eye. Plan on a few hours at the clinic.
When can I go back to work after LASIK?
Usually after about two days, sooner for some people, longer for dusty or outdoor work.
How long off work after PRK in Dublin?
Plan on about five working days, plus a lift to the check-ups in the first week.
Is PRK more painful than LASIK?
Yes, for the first few days. Afterwards, the end result is usually similar for suitable eyes.
Can I get SMILE in Dublin?
Ask clinics directly: few on the island have the laser for it. LASIK and LASEK are widely available.
Is SMILE dearer than LASIK?
Usually a little: about €2,600 an eye against €1,500 to €2,600 for LASIK.
Where is ICL surgery done in Dublin?
In private eye clinics and hospital eye centres. Ask whether the surgeon who assesses you does the operation.
Can an implantable lens be removed?
Yes, if it needs to be, for example before cataract surgery later in life.
How old do you have to be for lens replacement?
Usually about 50 or over. Some younger people with high long sight are offered it after an assessment.
Will I need reading glasses after lens replacement?
With a monofocal lens, usually yes. Multifocal lenses and blended vision reduce the need.
Can I take a taxi home after laser eye surgery?
Yes, as long as you aren't driving. Many people prefer a friend or family member with them.
Can someone stay with me during the treatment?
Usually they wait outside the laser room. Ask the clinic.
How many aftercare visits are there?
Usually four or five in the first year. Some clinics add a one-month visit.
Are aftercare visits included in the price?
Usually for the first three months to a year. Ask for the number of visits in writing.
How long is a laser eye surgery assessment?
Often an hour or two, with drops that blur your sight for a few hours after.
Is the assessment free?
At some clinics. Others charge up to €200, sometimes taken off the treatment price.