A squint, medically known as strabismus, means your eyes do not point in the same direction. Squint surgery corrects this misalignment by carefully repositioning the muscles that control your eye movement, so both eyes work together in harmony once again. Our expert follows a precise, minimum-intervention philosophy: doing exactly what is needed to achieve optimal results.
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60 min
Per eye, outpatient procedure
General
Specialist administered anaesthesia
7-14 days
1 week
1-2 weeks for physically demanding roles
Permanent
Permanent in most cases
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A squint, also medically known as strabismus, occurs when your eyes are misaligned and do not naturally point in the exact same direction. Squint surgery is a common, highly refined, and safe procedure designed to correct this misalignment and restore your vision to harmony. Guided by the clinical philosophy that simplicity is the greatest sophistication, the operation focuses on gently adjusting the tiny muscles around your eyeball that control how your eyes move.
The eye muscles are carefully examined to determine which muscles need adjustment. Precise measurements ensure optimal alignment correction.
The selected muscles are gently repositioned or weakened using microsurgical techniques. This restores proper eye alignment and coordination.
The eyes work together in proper alignment, restoring binocular vision and improving depth perception and visual comfort.
Strabismus surgery may be right for you if you are experiencing any of the following:
Eyes that are visibly misaligned or turned inward, outward, upward, or downward.
Double vision or loss of depth perception.
Eye strain or discomfort from trying to focus with misaligned eyes.
Head tilting to compensate for eye misalignment.
Reduced visual function due to poor eye coordination.
Cosmetic concerns about eye appearance.
If any of these apply to you, strabismus surgery may provide a lasting solution. Book a consultation to find out if you are a suitable candidate.
Improved eye alignment for a more natural, confident appearance.
Reduced or eliminated double vision in suitable patients.
Better depth perception and 3D vision.
Relief from squint-related headaches and eye strain.
Prevention of lazy eye (amblyopia) in children when treated early.
Restored ability to drive, read, and work without visual disruption.
Anaesthetic drops are applied to numb the eye completely. You will remain awake throughout but feel no pain. A small speculum holds the eyelid open gently.
A tiny incision is made to access the eye muscles that require adjustment. This incision is designed to be self-sealing and requires no stitches.
The targeted eye muscle is carefully repositioned or weakened using precise microsurgical techniques to restore proper alignment.
The small incision is closed naturally or with dissolvable stitches. Both eyes are typically treated one week apart.
A protective shield is placed over the eye. Most patients can return home within an hour. Vision and alignment continue to improve over several weeks.
Corrects misalignment in one eye. This approach is used when one eye carries most of the deviation and correcting it will achieve proper alignment.
Adjusts muscles in both eyes to share the correction, providing more balanced alignment and often superior long-term outcomes. This approach distributes the surgical adjustment between both eyes for optimal results.
Initial Consultation
A comprehensive eye examination including alignment assessment, eye movement testing, and vision evaluation to determine your suitability and surgical plan.
Treatment Planning
Your consultant discusses the proposed surgical approach and recommends the best option based on the extent and type of misalignment.
Surgery Day
Day-case procedure under local anaesthetic. If both eyes require surgery, they are typically treated one week apart. You go home the same day with a protective eye shield.
Aftercare & Follow-Up
Regular follow-up appointments monitor your healing and alignment stabilisation. Most patients achieve final results within 4–6 weeks.
Initial Consultation
A comprehensive eye examination including alignment assessment, eye movement testing, and vision evaluation to determine your suitability and surgical plan.
Treatment Planning
Your consultant discusses the proposed surgical approach and recommends the best option based on the extent and type of misalignment.
Surgery Day
Day-case procedure under local anaesthetic. If both eyes require surgery, they are typically treated one week apart. You go home the same day with a protective eye shield.
Aftercare & Follow-Up
Regular follow-up appointments monitor your healing and alignment stabilisation. Most patients achieve final results within 4–6 weeks.
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Expert Laser Eye and Cataract Surgeon
Dr Fayyaz Musa is a UK-trained eye surgeon with vast experience. He helps people improve their vision through precise, safe treatments. His work focuses on the eye to address issues like cataracts, excessive glare, and poor vision.
Driven by a desire for open and honest communication, Dr Musa explains every detail so you can make an informed choice. His meticulous approach and dedication to patient care define his practice, so you remain in safe hands.
I had cataract and lens replacement surgery with Dr Fayyaz Musa, and the experience was positive from start to finish. Every member of staff went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable, reassured, and fully informed throughout the entire process. I never felt rushed and always understood exactly what was happening.
Maureen Nursey
What a great experience! Very reassuring, and I am very grateful for the consultation from Dr Musa. He was so helpful in helping me decide to proceed with eye correction surgery. I have the utmost confidence in him and the team at the Eye Doctor Clinic, Huddersfield.
Lozza 747
I can highly recommend the Eye Doctor Clinic, and I am so pleased I went there. Dr Musa, Gemma and Jess are lovely. They are very knowledgeable and were able to answer all my questions. My vision following surgery is great, and not having to wear glasses is fantastic.
Carol Peel
I recently had LASEK eye surgery - Dr Musa and team were excellent - pre and post op care is exceptional - highly recommend.
Michelle Cowan
Luckily, I was advised to see Dr Musa. At the consultation, I was impressed by the thorough examination I received and the surgical plan. I confidently undertook surgery, and after an extremely short recovery, I was amazed at the result. Better than 20/20 vision! I certainly would not now trust anyone else other than Dr Musa with the health of my eyes.
John Hick
Dr Musa was recommended to me for my cataract surgery for both eyes. He performed the surgery with utmost care and professionalism. He explained the procedure and outcome to me in detail. I am very pleased with the result so far and look forward to years of spectacle-free life. He was warm and friendly, and the procedure cost was explained at the outset, with no hidden fees.
Soghra Ali
Book your consultation with Dr Musa to explore how squint surgery can restore your eye alignment and transform your vision.
Most people with strabismus (squint) are suitable candidates for surgery. You may be a good candidate if your eyes are misaligned, you experience double vision or eye strain, or you have cosmetic concerns about eye alignment. During your consultation, Dr Musa will assess your specific condition, eye movements, vision quality, and overall health to determine if surgery is right for you.
Yes, squint surgery is a safe and well-established procedure. It is performed under general anaesthetic with specialist anaesthesia administration. Complications are rare, and when they do occur, they are typically minor and temporary (such as mild irritation or temporary double vision). Dr Musa follows rigorous surgical protocols to ensure your safety throughout the procedure and recovery.
It depends on your specific condition. In some cases, one operation may correct the misalignment completely. In other cases, particularly when both eyes require adjustment, surgery may be performed on both eyes (either during the same session or one week apart for safety). Some patients may benefit from adjusting different eye muscles, which may require a second procedure. This will be discussed during your consultation.
Most patients experience significant improvement in eye alignment and coordination after surgery. You may notice reduced or eliminated double vision, improved depth perception, relief from eye strain, and a more natural appearance. Results typically become apparent within the first few weeks and continue to improve as the eye muscles stabilize over 4-6 weeks. The goal is to achieve permanent alignment in most cases.
Some patients may experience temporary double vision in the immediate post-operative period as the eyes adjust to their new alignment. This typically resolves within a few days to a few weeks as the eye muscles adapt. In most cases, this temporary effect settles completely. If double vision persists beyond the initial recovery period, Dr Musa will discuss options with you during your follow-up appointments.
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