Had epi-Lasek for short sight (-4.00 with astigmatism) approx 4 weeks ago. Went in for consultation, had the surgery at about 11.30am.
Eyes were very very very (etc) light sensitive for the rest of the day. By the next morning, sensitivity had faded, and only very mild discomfort. I knew someone had been playing around with my eyes, but there was no great pain.
By the Saturday, when I had the bandage lenses removed, I was legal to drive. I must say, the 'grittiness' caused by haviing the lenses removed was more uncomfortable than the actual surgery. Still didn't need to use the painkillers though.
A week after that, vision was near perfect. To the point where I could read 2 lines further down the eye chart than I could before, with glasses!

I can't recommend Optimax enough - the staff are helpful, the surgeon spent a long time going over the pro's and cons, making sure I understood the limitations, and any possible side effects.
All in all, a very professional outfit!!