Surgeon: Dr Lorimer Esselaar
Surgery: Lasik Wavefront
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Branch
Date: 3rd Oct 2006

Just like to thank the following people at the Newcastle branch of Optical Express who have been very supportive during and after my laser treatment:

* Jean Hey who answered all my questions prior to the operation;
* Dr Lorimer Esselaar and his support staff;
* Claire Dowson and all the staff at the Newcastle branch.

I had a high prescription which meant I was only suitable for Lasik Wavefront, it took about a month before I had slightly better then 20:20 vision as my eyes took time to settle down (eyes still need time to settle down due to my prescription). The laser optometrist did explain this on the follow up eye check up and said the healing process would differ depending on the prescription and the individuals healing time.

My advice is to think long and hard before going ahead with the laser treatment, and not to be afraid to have a chat to a friend or colleague who has already had the laser treatment.

Overall I am very glad I went ahead with the surgery and find it amazing to be able to see in the morning without glasses. The strange thing is that I still wish I could wear glasses for the odd occasion :)