(Prescription -2.5 and -2.75)I opted for LASEK surgery as I have hayfever and thought that having a permanent flap might be an issue with rubbing my eyes.
I was absolutely terrified before the surgery - I am a wimp - dentists terrify me so I expected it to be like that. When I went in to the laser suite the whole team were brilliant and put me at my ease. I sat in the chair and they talked to me throughout the whole procedure so there were no shocks. I was amazed when after what felt like a few seconds of gentle stroking across my eye followed by the click (and slight smell) of the laser they told me the first eye was done! That made the second eye all the easier and before I knew it, it was all over (about 35 minutes from start to finish). I know some people have experienced some pain or discomfort but I had the most amazing pain free experience. Afterwards I stood in reception booking my 48 hour follow up appointment and could read posters on the walls.
I also had a very easy recovery. I worked religiously with the drops provided but didn't need the pain killers. I had some grittiness and itching but after about a week I was pain free - I think even the optometrist was surprised at how easy I had it.
I would highly recommend optical express. (I went to Milton Keynes). The staff were friendly, helpful, supportive and informative. My only slight criticism would be they didn't seem to be able to stick to appointment times so there was a lot of waiting (take a book :-) Otherwise I was absolutely thrilled and still am.....oh and my vision is far better than 20/20