Optical Express

I had my treatment in June 2004. My prescription was -3.75 and now my sight is better than 20/20. I had my 3 month check-up yesterday and everything is perfect! I no longer need to go back for check-ups (apart from from the regular yearly ones) and I can play around in the swimming pool and not worry about lenses popping out. I can see first thing in the morning. Part all night and not get bloodshot eyes. It's fab!! It will change your life. It certainly has mine. ;0)

Had worn glasses and sometimes contact lenses for 15 years - was totally fed up with them. Went to Optical Express in Milton Keynes for a consultation to see if I would be suitable for laser correction. The optician I saw was very helpful, explaining each test he did and what each result meant. For example he explained the different complications that could arise if my cornea was too thin or if my pupils were too large etc - I was "average" on everything, making me a good candidate. Then chatted to my "counsellor" to find out more about the actual procedures. Booked the Lasik there and then. Okay, down to the nitty gritty, had my Lasik (both eyes) on 26th May 200(Milton Keynes, Mr Jain). Was a little nerve wracking waiting to go in, especially when I had to write out that I understood there was a risk of my eyes being worse after the procedure! Saw Mr Jain who checked my eyes one last time for any recent changes that would stop me going ahead - there weren't any - and then he asked me if I wanted a pill to chill me out (way to make someone nervous!). I declined. Then we go into the laser room. Eye drops to numb my eyes - okay so far. Then they put that thing on to hold my eye open - a bit uncomfortable but still okay. Then they cut the flap - also uncomfortable and freaked me out a bit, but still under control. Applied the laser - aah the easy bit, just look at the light. Flap back and more eye drops, all done on to the next one. I could tell there was an improvement immediately, even though it was blurry for a few hours. Had a nap when I got home, got up for dinner and went back to bed. By morning everything was just fantastic, a whole new world. Applied eye drops religiously and had no problems at all. Have had better than 20/20 vision since my follow up appointment the day after. It is now more than 4 months later, still perfect, no more eye drops, I can't begin to tell you how it has changed my life - had to get a new haircut of course to complete the new look hee hee!!! Would recommend it to anyone - assuming they went through the same checks to make sure they were suitable of course.

I had worn glasses for 12years and my prescrirtion had reached -2.75. In October 2003 I had both eyes corrected by Lasik at the Manchester clinic. There was a little pain and discomfort for a few days but the improvement in my vision was apparent immediately. I have now got better than 20/20 vision and am delighted I went ahead with the procedure. The staff at the Manchester clinic on the day were fantastic and the before and after care I received from the staff at Birmingham has been excellent also. I would have no hesitation in recommending Optical Express to anybody considering having laser correction.

I had lasek treatment in June 2004, I am over 40 and was told to expect to wear reading glasses after the procedure. I did not want to do this and nearly did not go ahead until the option of having one eye only treated was suggested. I did have my right (dominant) eye treated and now have 20/20 vision for long distance and my left eye I use for reading without glasses. It was like wearing one contact lense at first until your brain adjusts to it. I now have the best of both distance vision and I can read without glasses. There is a slight problem at night time with the halo effect from bright lights etc., but I am still confident and able to drive. The clinic recommended that I could wear a contact lense in the untreated eye just for night time driving if it was a problem. I would recommend the procedure to anyone with the dilemma of requiring reading glasses afterwards. The clinic at Barlow House, Minshull Street, Manchester are very professional and helpful and the after care is excellent.

Had Lasik at the Glasgow clinic on 28th September 2004 (Dr Susanna Boytha), my consultation was the week before and I wanted it done quickly. My prescription was -5 in both eyes and I have worn glasses for 20 yrs. Like most comments the treatment is completely painfree, more of an unusual sensation with slight discomfort. I was in at 9am and in bed sleeping at noon and after 3 hrs sleep (took some painkillers) woke up feeling great and seeing reasonably well (slightly hazy). Had my 24 hr check at 8am this morning - almost exactly 24hrs after surgery and was confirmed as having slightly better than 20/20 vision. No discomfort or soreness. Still a bit strange not to have glasses on and keep reaching for them. Sight has improved as they day has gone on and aside from a slight haze around the outside is as good as, if not better than, with glasses. I have already recommended the procedure to 3 people who are quite amazed that I am back at work with absolutely no ill effects 24 hrs after the procedure. Staff were fantastic, very knowledgable and took the trouble to explain everything in detail and were happy to answer questions no matter how trivial they seemed.

I had my Lasik surgery 48 hours ago and am writing this from my office at work. It is miraculous! My eye sight is better now than it was with glasses or contact lenses. I'm 43 years old and (was) short sighted -5.00. I'd met several people who had undergone the lasik surgery and not heard a single negative comment. This ... the special offer and the close proximity of the Norwich branch of Optical Express helped me make up my mind to have the treatment. The staff in the Milton Keynes branch where I had the surgery were caring and efficient. The surgeon wasn't overly charming or chatty but he did a fantastic job so I think he's wonderful too! The treatment was very strange but did not involve any pain. I know everyone's reaction is different but between 30 minutes and a couple of hours after the surgery, I was hurting. I wish I'd taken some strong painkillers with me to the clinic and would suggest this to everyone; however, after four hours the pain had gone and I slept well. I kept my eyes shut until the next day. On awaking, my wife gently cleared the gunk from my eye lashes and I found that my eye sight was fantastic. Unbelievable. I can't tell you how thrilled I am. (I guess I already have!) Isn't science wonderful!!?

I'd worn glasses since ge 11 (37 now, prescription -3). Had Lasik in the Glasgow clinic (Dr Jain)on 24th Sept following first assessment in Edinburgh couple of weeks ago. No pain, mild discomfort during procedure but overall no more unpleasant than a dental checkup. Dr Jain was reassuringly formal prior to op with rest of the staff very supportive. Post op felt woozy from 'relaxant' drug and eyes felt like they had old contact lenses in, but the drops helped remove that feeling of discomfort. Had good but foggy vision 4 hours after op, next morning right eye was perfect, left eye fluctating. By mid-day both eyes good and its been like that since - absolutely fantastic. Slight haze around lights at night but no worse than when wearing contact lenses and thats already improving. Only niggle - lets get picky - had to wait 40minutes for my 24hr check up in the Edinburgh branch - appointment at 13:20, seen at 14:00. Recommended - why pay double anywhere else?

I am nearly 24 and had LASIK at Glasgow yesterday by Dr Jain. Got out of surgery around 5.10pm and today I am seeing almost perfectly! My eyesight was very bad (-10.75 and -7.5 and astigmatism in one eye) so I was borderline for having the procedure. I really hadn't expected to see this well so soon after surgery. Last night just 4 hours afterwards (after I had had a sleep) I was already seeing very clearly. I am more than pleased with the results already and they say that my sight should get even better tomorrow. I am going to my opticians today to cancel my contact lenses and Direct Debit!! I would definately recommend having the procedure done. It wasn't pleasant having the flap cut but it did not hurt one bit. I was so nervous beforehand but it was not as bad as I thought. Thankyou Optical Express - you have changed my life!

I had Lasik eye surgery last March in Optical Express, Milton Keynes. I found the staff there very helpful and kind on the day. The surgery went very well and Im thrilled with the results. I would recommend them to anyone considering laser eye surgery. Life without glasses or contacts is brilliant!!

I had lasek last November (2003). I had struggled with contacts for the last few years and decided to go for it. When people say its life changing they are right - it really is! It's a big step to take and it's a difficult decision to make. From the consultation through to the aftercare the service and care has been superb. Today I have been discharged and I have perfect vision - that’s a good feeling.