EuroEyes Education Panel
Stay informed with expert-led articles on laser eye surgery, ICL implants, cataract solutions,
and personalised vision care from the specialists at EuroEyes UK.
The Growth on the White of Your Eye: Is It Pterygium, Pinguecula or Something Else?
Seeing a mark, bump or yellow patch on the white of the eye can be alarming, especially when it appears suddenly or begins to grow. People often describe it as a pimple on the eyeball, a cyst, a yellow spot or a fleshy wing-shaped patch near the corner of the eye. These symptoms are common, and most are related to pterygium, pinguecula or other benign conjunctival changes. Even so, it is important to understand what they mean and when they should be examined by a specialist.
Iron Deficiency and Your Eyes
Iron plays a vital role in carrying oxygen through the blood to every tissue in the body, including the eyes. When your iron levels drop, your body’s oxygen supply decreases, and the eyes are often among the first areas to show subtle signs.
From pale eyelids to blurry vision or tired, sunken eyes, iron deficiency can affect both how your eyes look and how they function. This guide explains the connection between low iron and eye health, how to recognise the signs, and when it might indicate a deeper medical issue.
Do Blue Light Glasses Really Work?
Blue light glasses have become one of the most popular modern accessories. You see them everywhere: in offices, classrooms, and even among gamers and content creators. They promise relief from headaches, tired eyes, and disrupted sleep caused by screen exposure. But do they actually work?
The average adult now spends more than 10 hours a day looking at digital screens. Every device: phones, tablets, computers, televisions emits blue light, a short wavelength of visible light that carries high energy.
Astigmatism and Lens Rotation: What Every Cataract and Lens Replacement Patient Should Understand
Astigmatism is one of the most common yet misunderstood causes of blurred or distorted vision. For cataract and lens replacement patients, it plays a crucial role in determining visual outcomes after surgery.
Modern toric intraocular lenses (IOLs) are designed to correct astigmatism during cataract or refractive lens exchange (RLE) procedures. However, their success depends on one essential factor: rotational stability.
The Rise of ICL and SMILE in the UK
For decades, patients with high myopia or thin corneas were told that laser vision correction was not an option. Today, that has changed. Two advanced technologies: SMILE and ICL have expanded what’s possible, offering precise and safe solutions for individuals once deemed unsuitable for LASIK.
This white paper explores these techniques in depth, examining how they work, their clinical success rates, and how EuroEyes uses them to restore visual freedom to patients across the UK and Europe.
Eye Twitching: Common Causes, Relief, and When to See a Specialist
A twitching eye is one of those annoying sensations everyone experiences at some point. It feels like your eyelid has a mind of its own, fluttering or pulsing for a few seconds or minutes. Most of the time, eye twitching is completely harmless and short-lived. It can be triggered by tiredness, stress, caffeine, or too much screen time.
However, persistent or severe twitching can sometimes signal an underlying issue, especially if it affects both eyes or occurs alongside other symptoms.
Latest Press
EuroEyes Celebrates Official Opening in Zürich
On 20 November 2025, EuroEyes officially opened its new clinic in Zürich. The launch event marked an exciting milestone for the expansion of the EuroEyes Group into Switzerland, bringing cutting-edge refractive surgery and lens-based eye care to patients across the country.
Following a warm welcome from Dr. Jørn S. Jørgensen, founder and CEO of the EuroEyes Clinic Group, guests were given an inside look into EuroEyes’ vision for Switzerland. With seven new clinics opening nationwide, EuroEyes is setting a new standard for advanced SMILE laser surgery, ICL implantation, and presbyopia and cataract treatment in the region.
Meet the Expert: Dr. Jørn S. Jørgensen on Correcting Presbyopia, Never Need Glasses Again!
Millions of people begin to notice it around the age of 45: reading the newspaper, using a smartphone, or checking a menu suddenly requires holding it farther away. What once appeared crisp now looks blurry up close. It’s a moment many recognise, the first sign of presbyopia, or age-related farsightedness.
To better understand the condition and explore modern treatments, we spoke with Dr. Jørn S. Jørgensen, founder of the EuroEyes Clinic Group and one of the world’s leading ophthalmic surgeons.
EuroEyes Expands into Switzerland with New Advanced Eye Clinics
EuroEyes combines international medical excellence with more than three decades of experience in laser vision correction, presbyopia (age-related farsightedness), and cataract treatment. The group is medically led, owned by physicians, and globally recognized for its pioneering surgical innovation and commitment to quality.
EuroEyes Expands London Footprint With Acquisition Of Betterview’s Westfield Clinic
EuroEyes today announced the acquisition of Betterview’s laser eye surgery clinic at Unit 2014, The Village, 1st Floor, Westfield London Shopping Centre, Ariel Way, Shepherd’s Bush, London W12 7GF. The addition strengthens EuroEyes’ presence in the capital and provides a convenient West London location for consultations and treatment.
