Reduce your reliance on glasses and contacts with laser eye surgery in Sydney

Discover how precise, personalised treatment may help your eyes focus clearly without depending on glasses or contact lenses for everyday tasks

Reduce your reliance on glasses and contacts with laser eye surgery in Sydney

Discover how precise, personalised treatment may help your eyes focus clearly without depending on glasses or contact lenses for everyday tasks

Over 20 years of eye care experience
Experts in cataract, refractive, and corneal treatments
Advanced diagnostic and surgical technology
Personalised care plans

What modern laser eye surgery may offer today

Dr Daya Sharma explains current advancements in laser vision correction and how we tailor treatment to each person’s vision needs

Explore how laser eye surgery can improve everyday life

Many people report greater comfort and confidence when their vision better supports their lifestyle

Feel more comfortable and capable in everyday moments

When your eyes struggle to keep up, even simple tasks can feel harder than they should, from dealing with steam in the shower, to seeing clearly at the gym, or following a moving ball during sport. A comprehensive eye assessment can help identify the cause of these frustrations and whether treatment options may reduce reliance on glasses or contacts. With the right care, everyday routines may feel easier, more comfortable, and more in line with the life you want to lead.

Feel calmer, more confident, and supported in your day

Blurred or changing vision can interrupt focus and increase stress, especially at work or in busy environments. It may even make you feel older than you are. By booking an eye assessment, you can learn what’s happening and explore treatment options that may better support your lifestyle. Some people describe feeling more comfortable, capable, and reassured once they have a clear plan in place for their vision and long-term eye health.

Enjoy a smoother day with fewer interruptions

Many people find that once their vision is better supported, everyday activities may feel more natural and less interrupted. Tasks like reading your messages, exercising, or going out in the evening may become easier and more enjoyable. With improved visual comfort, you may be able to focus on what matters most, staying active, productive, and fully present from morning to night.

Feel more like yourself again

When your eyesight aligns with your goals and lifestyle, you may feel more assured and at ease in both professional and personal moments. Clearer vision can give you one less thing to think about, allowing you to engage more freely and comfortably. Choosing to care for your eyes is a proactive decision, one that supports your confidence, independence, and overall wellbeing.

Explore how laser eye surgery can improve everyday life

Many people report greater comfort and confidence when their vision better supports their lifestyle

Feel more comfortable and capable in everyday moments

When your eyes struggle to keep up, even simple tasks can feel harder than they should, from dealing with steam in the shower, to seeing clearly at the gym, or following a moving ball during sport. A comprehensive eye assessment can help identify the cause of these frustrations and whether treatment options may reduce reliance on glasses or contacts. With the right care, everyday routines may feel easier, more comfortable, and more in line with the life you want to lead.

Feel calmer, more confident, and supported in your day

Blurred or changing vision can interrupt focus and increase stress, especially at work or in busy environments. It may even make you feel older than you are. By booking an eye assessment, you can learn what’s happening and explore treatment options that may better support your lifestyle. Some people describe feeling more comfortable, capable, and reassured once they have a clear plan in place for their vision and long-term eye health.

Enjoy a smoother day with fewer interruptions

Many people find that once their vision is better supported, everyday activities may feel more natural and less interrupted. Tasks like reading your messages, exercising, or going out in the evening may become easier and more enjoyable. With improved visual comfort, you may be able to focus on what matters most, staying active, productive, and fully present from morning to night.

Feel more like yourself again

When your eyesight aligns with your goals and lifestyle, you may feel more assured and at ease in both professional and personal moments. Clearer vision can give you one less thing to think about, allowing you to engage more freely and comfortably. Choosing to care for your eyes is a proactive decision, one that supports your confidence, independence, and overall wellbeing.

3 simple steps to clearer vision without glasses

We make the process easy, from your first question to life after treatment

STEP 1: START THE CONVERSATION

Not everyone is suitable for vision correction. Your first step is to find out if it could work for you. Call our friendly team or use our online calendar to book an appointment.

STEP 2: WE’LL MEET

At your appointment, we’ll check your eyes, answer your questions, and explain which treatment options may suit your vision and lifestyle. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your next step.

STEP 3: ENJOY LIFE

After treatment, many people are surprised by how quickly their daily life changes. Simple things, like exercising, working, or travelling, often feel easier without glasses or contact lenses.

Find out if vision correction could suit your eyes

Book an appointment to learn whether refractive surgery may be an option for you

Find out if vision correction could suit your eyes

Book an appointment to learn whether refractive surgery may be an option for you

Learn how laser vision correction may improve your everyday life

Get clear, expert answers to common questions about this treatment and how it may help reduce your reliance on glasses or contacts

Who is suitable for laser eye surgery?

  • Not everyone is suitable for laser eye surgery, which is why a thorough assessment is essential.
  • Suitability depends on factors such as corneal thickness, prescription stability, eye health, and general health.
  • Laser eye surgery may be considered for people who rely on glasses or contacts to see clearly, including those with short-sightedness, long-sightedness or astigmatism.
  • Age also plays a role, most candidates are over 18 and have had a stable prescription for at least 12 months.
  • A detailed eye examination will help determine whether laser vision correction may be a safe and appropriate option for your individual needs.

  • Laser eye surgery reshapes the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, to improve how light focuses on the retina.
  • After numbing drops are applied, a precise medical laser is used to adjust the shape of the cornea based on your unique prescription.
  • By changing the curvature, the eye may no longer need glasses or contact lenses to focus clearly.
  • Treatments such as LASIK or PRK use slightly different approaches, depending on corneal thickness and lifestyle needs.
  • The procedure typically takes only a few minutes per eye, with most people able to return home shortly afterwards.

  • Laser eye surgery offers the benefit of potentially reducing dependence on glasses or contact lenses. Many people find daily activities easier and more convenient without eyewear. It can also help those who experience dryness or irritation from contacts.
  • However, like any medical procedure, there are limitations. Not everyone is suitable, and results can vary from person to person. Some people may still need glasses for certain tasks, especially later in life. There may also be temporary visual changes during healing.
  • A consultation helps weigh the advantages and considerations so you can make a well-informed decision.

  • All medical procedures carry risks. With laser eye surgery, potential risks can include dry eyes, glare, halos, and fluctuating vision, usually temporary during recovery.
  • Rare complications may involve infection, delayed healing, or residual refractive error that may require further treatment.
  • Long-term side effects are uncommon, but cannot be ruled out. Thorough testing before surgery helps reduce risk by ensuring only suitable candidates proceed.
  • Your surgeon will explain all risks and answer questions so you can decide with confidence whether this procedure may be right for you.

  • Laser eye surgery is one option for reducing reliance on glasses or contacts.
  • Alternatives include implantable lenses (ICL), refractive lens exchange (RLE), and updated glasses or contact lenses.
  • Some individuals with dry eye, thin corneas or age-related near-vision changes may be better suited to these treatments.
  • A detailed assessment can help you explore the safest and most effective option for your eyes and lifestyle.

  • Your journey starts with a full eye assessment to confirm suitability and choose the right technique.
  • On the day of treatment, numbing drops are used for comfort.
  • A precise laser reshapes the cornea, which takes only a few minutes per eye.
  • After a short rest, you return home to recover.
  • Follow-up visits ensure that healing is progressing well. Most people notice clearer vision soon after, with improvement continuing over the following days or weeks depending on the procedure type.
  • Your surgeon will guide you through each step so you always know what to expect.

  • Many people experience clearer unaided vision after laser eye surgery and feel more confident in daily tasks.
  • Results depend on the eye’s unique characteristics and the chosen procedure.
  • Some people may still require glasses for specific activities, particularly as they age and near-vision naturally changes.
  • A personalised treatment plan can ensure realistic expectations and a focus on your visual goals.
  • Regular check-ups support long-term eye health and help you maintain the best vision possible over time.

Do glasses and contacts make everyday life harder than it should be?

If so, you have the option to explore vision correction

You’re constantly working around your glasses

From struggling to find them first thing in the morning to pushing them back up during workouts, glasses get in the way of your day. They fog up, fall off, don’t fit under goggles, and make simple things, like showering or putting on mascara, more annoying than they should be. Booking an appointment can help you learn whether vision correction may be an option for you and how it could reduce daily inconvenience

You feel held back by the inconvenience of contacts

If your lenses feel dry, irritating, or risky, especially with sport, swimming, or beach holidays, you’re not alone. Many put up with the cost, cleaning, and fear of losing a lens mid-activity because they don’t know there’s another option. An appointment is the first step to finding out whether vision correction could reduce your dependence on contact lenses.

Simple moments turn into small daily struggles

Not seeing clearly in the shower, guessing which bottle is shampoo, missing the golf ball after you hit it, or fumbling with ski goggles over glasses, these moments add up. They can make you feel restricted, annoyed, and older than you are. By booking an appointment you can explore whether vision correction may offer a lifestyle with less reliance on glasses or contacts.

Find out if laser eye surgery could suit your eyes

Take our quick 2-minute test to learn which vision correction options may fit your eyes, lifestyle, and goals

Find out if laser eye surgery could suit your eyes

Take our quick 2-minute test to learn which vision correction options may fit your eyes, lifestyle, and goals

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Academic resources on laser eye surgery

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This article explains how laser eye surgery reshapes the cornea to correct vision issues like short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism. It covers who’s suitable, what the procedure involves, how recovery works, and possible risks.

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This article outlines how laser eye surgery uses a laser to reshape the cornea and correct myopia, hypermetropia and astigmatism. It covers suitability, risks, recovery and long-term outlook.

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Refractive surgery offers a range of procedures to reduce reliance on glasses or contact lenses by reshaping the cornea. From LASIK to SMILE, these treatments address conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.

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Hi, I’m Dr Daya Sharma

I’m a cataract, corneal and refractive surgeon with subspecialty training from Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and Sydney Eye Hospital. I perform laser vision correction procedures, refractive lens surgery, and advanced cataract surgery using the latest diagnostic and surgical technology. My work is focused on helping people reduce their dependence on glasses and improve their quality of vision at all distances. I’m actively involved in research, publication and surgical education, and I take pride in offering honest, thorough guidance to every patient. My approach is personal, careful and always tailored to individual needs and lifestyles.

Hi, I’m Dr Shanel Sharma

I’m an ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in paediatric eye conditions, strabismus, medical retina and general ophthalmology from leading hospitals in Sydney and London, including Moorfields Eye Hospital. I hold a Fellowship with RANZCO and have published widely in peer-reviewed journals. My focus is providing careful, individualised care using evidence-based treatments. I’m accredited to treat a range of conditions and perform procedures including intravitreal injections, strabismus surgery and botulinum toxin treatments. I always aim to make the process clear, calm and supportive.