I had stress-free, pain-free (almost enjoyable) Lasik treatment at Newcastle yesterday at 4pm. At 4:30pm, I could already see reasonably well (I had been about -5.00 in both eyes). I went home, closed my eyes for 2-3 hours, listened to music and drank wine, with no need for pain killers. I went to bed early, slept well and woke with better than 20:20 vision! Today I've been out and about enjoying my new freedom from glasses.
One slight concern: at the first consultation it was suggested (almost recommended) that I consider mono-vision, to avoid the need for reading glasses. I was tempted, but did some research of my own. As a keen racket sport player, I might have regretted the decision since it can effect stereo vision. Interestingly, Mr Eve, my surgeon made the same point without me prompting him. The initial consultation ought to have pointed out this potential down-side of mono-vision.