I had epi-Lasek early April 2005. Before this my prescription was -4.00 in both eyes. I could see that my eyesight had improved drastically straight after the procedure and over the next 7 days everything became much sharper, a pleasure that I had not enjoyed without the aid of glasses/contact lenses in 20 years. Now after 2 aftercare appointments I have been told that my vision is 20/20 and that I am even reading the line below the 20/20 grading! The staff at Optimax Birmingham were excellent before and after surgery and my Eye Surgeon was very friendly,thorough and honest. This was the best decision that I had ever made. I cannot tell you how happy I am being given my eyesight back. I am on holiday at the moment and am able to swim, something I have not enjoyed since my teenage years. I would recomend this to anyone thinking about having it done, the reward is simply the best.