Other Eye Problems

While Lasik Eye Surgery can correct long-sightedness, short-sightedness and astigmatism, there are a number of other eye problems which require specialist care and attention.

As well as being Laservision’s Clinical Director, Dr Ian Dallison MB.ChB. Otago, FRANZCO, FRACS, is an eye specialist with his own full time private ophthalmic practice in Christchurch since 1993.

We recommend consulting Dr Dallison if you have any of the following problems. See below for contact details.

• Cataracts: Cataracts are the most common age-related occurrence in eyes. The lens becomes thicker and stiffer and appears yellow and cloudy... MORE
• Squints (strabismus): A weakness in one or more of the muscles of the eye will cause the eye to turn or move away from the normal focusing position. This is commonly known as a squint... MORE
• Glaucoma: Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the eye’s optic nerve and may result in vision loss and blindness. Multiple factors are often important in causing glaucoma, but it is most commonly related to an increase in pressure in the eye... MORE
• Diabetic Retinopathy: This is a complication of diabetes and is caused by small blood vessel damage within the retina of the eye. It commonly affects both eyes and may cause permanent loss of vision. Macular oedema is sometimes also present with diabetic retinopathy. Macular oedema is when fluid leaks into the retina... MORE
• Retinal Detachment: This is when the retina detaches, meaning it is lifted or separated from its normal position within the eye. An acute retinal detachment requires urgent assessment and appropriate treatment... MORE
• Crystalens: Crystalens replacement lenses don’t just treat your cataracts, they give you back and extended range of vision - flexing like the eye’s natural lens, to enable you to see near, far and everywhere in between. ….MORE

Contact Details for Dr Ian Dallison:

Physical Address
170 Heaton Street, Merivale, Christchurch 8052

Postal Address
PO Box 36-192, Merivale, Christchurch 8146

Phone

(03) 355 8770

Fax

(03) 355 3370