In March this year I finally lost my patience at messing about with contact lenses and glasses and decided to undergo laser surgery to correct my vision. After undertaking several hours of research on the internet (including this site) I decided that I would arrange for a consultation with Accuvision. From outset I was most impressed with the professionalism of their staff. I had two consultations to confirm my suitability, during these consultations several examinations and computer readings were taken of my eyes, every procedure was explained to me clearly as were the computer print outs. From this information I was able to determine what was causing my short sight (my prescription was -5.75) and how the wavelength LASIK laser procedure could correct the problems. The prognosis was good and I was very suitable for surgery even so the consultants at Accuvision did make me aware that with surgery all risks could not be eliminated and the risks were clearly explained to me. I had my final consultation on Friday 11 April 2002 and underwent surgery on Thursday 18 April 2002. On Friday 19 April I had twenty-twenty vision. I have since had two further post operative check ups, my eyes have completely healed from surgery my eyesight exceeds twenty-twenty vision and a optician conducting a routine eye examination would not be able to detect that I have had laser surgery. I am absolutely delighted with the results. If you are thinking of having eye surgery as well of being wary of the risks you are probably thinking about the following points 1. Does It Hurt Answer - No the operation does not hurt. The staff at Accuvision explained everything that would happen and what to expect - they were correct every step of the way. For about four hours after the operation my eyes watered heavily and it was more comfortable to keep them closed. For a couple of days after the operation I had a slight gritty sensation in one eye. Since then I have not felt a thing nor have I experienced any side effect such as dry eyes. 2. Will Accuvision treat anybody just to bring in revenue? Answer - I am convinced they will not. The consultation procedure is very thorough and they will not allow any one to undergo treatment unless there is a high probability that the outcome will be very successful. Their reputation seems to be of paramount importance to them. Both the pre-care and after-care are fantastic they would not risk taking on a client who was unlikely to benefit from the treatment. 3.Is it expensive My procedure was for both eyes and cost £2500 which I think is typical for most customers. It does appear to be a lot of money. However I was spending about £600 a year on contact lenses, solutions and replacement glasses. I no longer need to spend this money so I will recoup my money in just over four years - I will never be short sighted again. I think that is a good deal. If you have ever felt frustrated with having to correct your short sight I would strongly recommend that you consult Accuvision to see if you are suitable for laser surgery. I wish that I had done it years ago.