From £50/pcm with 0% Finance available

Relex ® Smile Laser Eye Surgery - North London

Safer Than Contact Lenses. Minimally Invasive, Third-Generation Correction!

Top London Surgeon

Trusted and highly recommended locally.

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Honest advice with no obligation to proceed.

Advanced Technology

The safest laser treatments available.

0% Finance

Interest-free monthly payments.

ReLEx ® SMILE Consultation

Our ReLEx SMILE laser eye treatment is the most technically advanced option for people who want the latest and greatest vision correction option to treat any blurriness, astigmatism and short-sightedness.

When you have a private laser consultation with us, our specialists will conduct a number of eye tests in order to examine all the factors involved in correcting your eyesight. Prior to your appointment, we will advise that you do not wear soft contact lenses for two weeks. If you wear hard contact lenses we advise you to not to wear these for a minimum of two weeks (including a week for every decade you have worn hard contact lenses).

This is to ensure the cornea of your eye is ready for measurements to be taken accurately. Your laser specialist will then be able to offer the best possible course of treatment to correct your vision. Your first consultation will be an all inclusive cost of £200, with no obligation to have treatment if you wish to have some time to consider your options.

Need to talk to a specialist before booking a laser consultation? If you are unsure whether you are suitable for our ReLEx SMILE laser treatment, you can attend a suitability check with our laser specialist. They will talk you through your prescription history and the best treatment options we offer for vision correction.

ReLEx SMILE Treatment

On the day of your ReLEx SMILE surgery, we advise that you do not wear any makeup and be accompanied by a relative or friend who can assist you home afterwards.

When you arrive at your appointment, you will be shown into our private laser suite where our friendly nurses will talk you through the procedure.

They will place a small drop of anaesthetic on your eye and provide you with support for your eyelids so there is no need to worry about blinking. After you are comfortable and relaxed, your laser specialist will be giving you easy, simple instructions throughout the process to make sure your laser treatment is smooth and accurate.

You will be asked to stare at a green flashing light to hold your gaze in the correct place.

Our highly advanced visumax laser machine will slowly manoeuvre you into the exact position needed, so all you need to do is be still and at ease.

It will then make gentle contact with your eye which is completely painless, taking approximately 25 seconds per eye.

After this, you can sit up and begin to check out your new vision.

ReLEx SMILE Aftercare

There is nothing more important than our patients feeling comfortable after their ReLEx SMILE treatment which is why your dedicated laser specialist will check your eyes 1 day after your laser treatment.

Once they check your vision they will advise you to rest for 1 week before resuming any exercise, driving or strenuous activities.

Our team will always be at the end of a phone call throughout your recovery at home to answer any more questions you may have about your life after laser treatment. In your aftercare appointment, your ReLEx SMILE specialist will check the improvement of your vision and answer any other questions you may have before you can finally experience your new life without contact lenses and glasses!

Advanced Laser Technology

The latest SMILE laser treatment, right here in North London.

The benefits of ReLEx Smile laser eye surgery!

When you choose My-iClinic’s 5-star rated services, you can rest assured that you’ve made the best possible choice for your eyesight.
 
Our specialists here in London will carefully work with you to evaluate your eyes, offering you the best possible course of treatment. Take the first step and allow yourself to re-discover a life of clear, natural vision.

Step closer to a life of Clear, natural vision!

Have you or one of your loved ones finally decided to do something about being short-sighted or having astigmatism? To begin the ReLEx SMILE process, give us a call or book a consultation with our friendly team today.

A better quality of life is just around the corner.

Save With My-iClinic

Laser eye surgery can cost less than your monthly contact lens bill, and the savings over a lifetime are huge. Instead of spending hundreds every year on lenses, glasses, tests, and insurance, you could make a one-time investment in your vision and enjoy decades of clear sight without the ongoing costs. Here’s how the numbers stack up.

How Much You Could Save With ReLEx SMILE

A lifetime cost comparison between ongoing glasses or contact lenses and one-time SMILE laser eye surgery.

Option Estimated Lifetime Spend* Compared to ReLEx SMILE Savings Indicator
ReLEx SMILE (both eyes) £4,400 one-time procedure Baseline investment
Daily Contact Lenses + Solutions £420/year × 65 years = £27,300 ~£22,900 more than SMILE
Prescription Glasses & Upgrades £300/year × 65 years = £19,500 ~£15,100 more than SMILE
Mix of Glasses & Contact Lenses (typical for many users) Approx. £38,000+ £33,600+ more than SMILE
Designer Frames, Coatings & Subscriptions £250 every 2 years = £8,125 £3,725 more than SMILE
*Figures are approximate UK estimates based on average long-term use. Actual costs vary by prescription, lifestyle and provider. Regular eye examinations remain essential for everyone including ReLEx SMILE patients.

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Our 10 Most Important Benefits For ReLEx SMILE

Thinking about ReLEx SMILE ? It’s natural to have questions about what it can do for you. From vision improvements to advanced safety features, here are the key benefits and facts that will help you understand why more people than ever are choosing laser vision correction.

ReLEx SMILE laser treatment is a very minimally invasive type of laser eye surgery compared to other laser treatments. ReLEx Smile offers a bladeless alternative to LASIK and LASEK surgery, where a robotic system corrects the astigmatism in your eyes to see clearly in just 25 seconds. This modern treatment drastically reduces the recovery time from dry eyes in comparison to LASIK and other traditional refractive treatments.

ReLEx SMILE is one of the latest innovations in laser eye surgery because it is a bladeless form of refractive eye surgery which can correct high degrees of short-sightedness, and is also suitable for patients with and without astigmatism. Our ReLEx Smile treatment is performed by our VisuMax laser technology which is uniquely advanced by being minimally invasive and highly individualised for every pair of eyes. Over 95% of patients will achieve the vision correction with just one ReLEx SMILE procedure. Following this, most of the remaining 5% will achieve the desired results with a second procedure.

Many people don’t realize that it is now safer to have refractive laser surgery than to correct your vision with contact lenses. ReLEx SMILE is an autonomous laser treatment performed to bring the focus into a natural zone where no glasses or contact lenses are required for you to see clearly. Putting in and taking out plastic contact lenses is always a continuous risk to your sight and increases the chances of damaging your natural lens. By using disposable contact lenses everyday, a serious contact lens infection could lead to extreme vision loss. Everyday contact lenses are an ongoing purchase with an added risk of infection whereas ReLEx SMILE is a healthier investment for achieving clear, natural vision. For glasses wearers, you may find that frequent changes in your prescription can be frustrating and can act as a constant barrier when experiencing new hobbies, especially activities which require visual freedom (swimming, rock climbing, motorsports). ReLEx SMILE removes the need to keep purchasing glasses and removes the restrictions Glasses inevitably create. Having our ReLEx SMILE surgery means you can enjoy old and new activities again without any visual compromises!

Our ReLEx SMILE treatment costs £2,400 per eye (an all inclusive fee with your private consultation). We understand that having treatment can be a good investment for your eye health which is why we offer a 0% interest-free finance option to help you achieve the clear vision you want without the anxiety of costs.

Yes, our ReLEx Smile laser eye surgery permanently corrects your vision and restores clear, natural vision. However, because our eyes naturally change when we become much older (45 onwards) you may find that you need another laser treatment to prevent yourself from needing reading glasses.

 

Yes. We do offer finance for ReLEx Smile laser eye surgery and because we know ReLEx smile is a great investment for achieving long-term sight, we offer a 0% interest free finance option for 24 months. Find out if you are eligible for our laser eye surgery finance.

 

After coming to visit our laser specialist, we will give you clear instructions about the requirements you need to take before your treatment. We will ask that you do not wear any soft contact lenses 2 weeks before your laser consultation and your treatment day. If you wear hard contact lenses, we will ask you to not wear these for a minimum of 2 weeks. If you have worn hard contact lenses for more than 1 year we will require that you add 1 week for every decade you have worn hard contact lenses. For example, if you have worn hard contact lenses for 4 years, you will need to stop wearing them for 6 weeks (2 weeks minimum and 1 week for every decade). This will ensure your SMILE treatment is accurate and corrects the right measurements without any false measurements that contact lenses can unfortunately create.

We understand it can be difficult removing your contact lenses but as contact lenses distort the shape of your natural eye, it is best recommended to remove any contact lenses 2 weeks before your laser consultation, ready for your eye assessments. This will make sure any measurements taken from your eyes are perfectly measured to assess your suitability. For your treatment day our visumax laser can correct your vision precisely, providing your contact lenses are removed 2 weeks before your procedure day. Our laser specialist will clearly talk you through any requirements before your treatment and help you with any concerns you have about removing your contact lenses.

 

My-iClinic is a leading eye care centre based in the vibrant city of London. Located in the heart of the UK’s capital, our clinic offers a range of cutting-edge ophthalmic services and treatments in a world-class healthcare environment. Being situated in London provides several distinct advantages to our patients. Firstly, our central location ensures easy accessibility, whether you’re a local resident or traveling from afar. London’s diverse and international population allows us to serve a broad and culturally rich patient base, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of unique eye care needs. Moreover, our proximity to top-tier medical institutions and research centres means we have access to the latest advancements in eye care technology and collaborate with leading experts in the field. At My-iClinic, we take pride in delivering exceptional eye care services against the backdrop of one of the world’s most dynamic and innovative cities.

Our ReLEx smile surgery is not painful or uncomfortable during the treatment because we use anaesthetic eye drops before the laser corrects your vision. Some patients describe an itchy sensation after their treatment but this lasts only a few hours.

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Meera Radia

Consultant Ophthalmologist

SPECIALTIES

EDUCATION

  • FRCOphth – Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • CertLRS – Certificate in Laser and Refractive Surgery, Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • MBA – awarded a fully funded academic scholarship for postgraduate business studies
  • MBBS (Hons)
  • BSc (Hons)
  • Ophthalmology Specialist Training – North Thames Deanery
  • Advanced Fellowship Training in Medical Retina, Uveitis and Cataract Surgery – Moorfields Eye Hospital, London

RESEARCH

Meera has published and presented research across medical retina, artificial intelligence, ophthalmic imaging, cataract and digital eye care.
Her research has included work on deep-learning systems for the detection of retinopathy of prematurity, artificial-intelligence classification of retinal images, surgical outcomes in macular hole surgery, ophthalmic simulation and the availability of image datasets for anterior-segment artificial intelligence research.
Selected publications include work in the Journal of Cataract & Refractive SurgeryThe Lancet Digital HealthGraefe’s Archive for Clinical and Experimental OphthalmologyInvestigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science and the British Journal of Hospital Medicine.
She was also part of a team awarded a £70,000 Bayer Ophthalmology Research Award for research into artificial intelligence in retinopathy of prematurity.

AFFILIATIONS

  • Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  • European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA)
  • European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
  • UK & Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
  • International Ocular Inflammation Society
  • Chair and Lead, North West London Uveitis Network
  • Royal College of Ophthalmologists CESR Pathway Assessor
  • Former Associate College Tutor, Western Eye Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
  • NHS England Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow
  • Former elected Public Governor, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Harry Orlans

Consultant and Surgeon

SPECIALTIES

EDUCATION

– BA (Hons) Physiology & Neuroscience, 1st Class, University of Cambridge (2007)
 
– BM BCh Batchelor of Medicine & Batchelor of Surgery with Distinction, University of Oxford (2010)
 
– MA (Cantab), University of Cambridge (2011)
 
– The Crombie Medal, Royal College of Ophthalmologists (2011)
 
– FRCOphth, Royal College of Ophthalmologists (2017)
 
– DPhil (PhD), University of Oxford (2019)
 
– Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery, St Thomas’ Hospital, London (2020-2021)
 
– Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London (2022-2023)
 
– Fellowship in Medical Retina, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London (2023)
 
– AFHEA, Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2025)
 

LATEST RESEARCH

– MRC/Fight for Sight Clinical Training Research Fellowship (2015)
 
– The Founders Cup and Medal, Oxford Ophthalmological Congress (2018)
 
– MRC Developmental Pathway Funding Scheme (2020)
 
– The Ruskell Medal for Research, The Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers (2021)
 
Zheng Q, Orlans HO, Staurenghi F, McClements ME, MacLaren RE. Design and Validation of Mirtron-Mediated RNA Interference for Gene Therapy Therapy Methods Mol Biol. 2026; 3023: 195-206.
 
Orlans HO, Yazdouni S, Williamson TH, Wong RS, Laidlaw DAH. A novel post-operative drop regimen reduces risk of ocular hypertension following pars plana vitrectomy. Ophthalmologica. 2023; 246(1):32-38.
 
Azad A, Laidlaw DAH, Orlans HO. Using QR smartphone technology to improve patient communication and information distribution. Eye 2022;26(6):1321-1322.
 
Orlans HO, McClements ME, Barnard AR, et al. Mirtron-mediated RNA knockdown/replacement therapy for the treatment of dominant retinitis pigmentosa. Nat Commun 2021;12:4934.
 
Corazza P, D’Alterio FM, Kabbani J, Alum MMR, Mercuri S, Orlans HO, Younis S. Long-term outcomes of intravitreal anti-VEGF therapies in patients affected by neovascular age-related macular degeneration: a real-life study. BMC Ophthalmol 2021;21:300.
 
Xue K, Jolly JK, Barnard AR… Orlans HO et al. Beneficial effects on vision in patients undergoing retinal gene therapy for choroideremia. Nat Med 2018;24:1507–1512.

AFFILIATIONS

Fellowships and Memberships in Professional Societies
 
– Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists
 
– Member of the British & Eire Association of Vitreoretinal Surgeons (BEAVRS)
 
– Member of the European Society of Retinal Specialists (Euretina)
 
– Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE)