Optical Express

I had Wavefront Lasik. My treatment from intial consultation 7 months ago till signed off yesterday was fantastic. Everything was explained in detail and I was given ample opportunity to ask questions before progressing to the next stage of treatment. My only regret? The money I've wasted in the 10 years on disposable lenses and glasses. I did feel a little disconfort during surgery but it wasn't painful. The goggles at night weren't the most attractive - think a giant fly - but would recommend everyone to do this.

The consultation was very thorough and extremely professional and all my questions were answered honestly and in a friendly manner. I was very nervous before my treatment but the nurse accompanied me throughout the entire process and was extremely helpful and put me at ease. The aftercare service instills confidence in the treatment that you have had done and the predicted 1-2 days recovery time was spot on! Although the treatment itself can be quite unnerving, the results are amazing!

Surgeon: Mr Rodney Blumenfeld, Shaftesbury Ave. Absolutely fantastic. It's a shame to read about poor customer service on this site, because the staff at both Peterborough and Shaftesbury Ave were nothing short of brilliant. I decided not to opt for wavefront and there was absolutely no hard sell to try and change my mind. Surgeon and nurses were extremely professional and put me very much at ease. The procedure was very fast - the flap cutting was rather unpleasant, but aside from that it was painless. Could see better immediately afterwards! Eyes were streaming for about 2 hours, and then felt completely normal. Had my check-up 18 hours later and already had 20:20 vision! Was told this should get even better as well! Over the moon. Can't recommend Optical Express enough. Worth every penny.

I had intralase wavefront 2 weeks ago, i posted my fiest review a few days after ststing that my vision was really good but suffering from slight blurring and that i was a little worried. I went to me 1 week check up and i was still 2 above 20/20 in one eye and 1 above in the other. I explained i was worried about the burry vision and i was told my eyes were still healing. That was a week ago and i can see they are getting better. I think you panic if you havent got perfect vision straight away but any part of your body needs time to heal so why should it be different for your eyes? if anybody has just had surgery and is worried about slight blurring & haze then dont, just let your body have time to heal its self. Your eyes/brain has to re-adjust. I was having quite severe headaches aswell which are decreasing, i have only had one or so in the last 5 days but initially i was having 5-6 day. keep using your drops and done strain your eyes is my advice to anybody who has had the surgery.

I had my surgery at the Bluewater clinic on 22/03/07. Wow!!!! I still can't quite get over the fact that I can see - after 17 years of wearing glasses full time, now I don't need them! My eyesight is still a bit blurry in the distance, but this will sort itself out in time, and driving, using the computer, watching TV, reading and so on are no problem at all. I was very nervous when I first went to the clinic on the day of my procedure, but the team were so friendly and Mr Crewe-Brown, the surgeon, was so reassuring, that I soon got over my apprehension. The actual laser surgery literally takes minutes, and wasn't painful at all. The most uncomfortable part (and even that wasn't too bad) was the creating of the flap. The weirdest bit was when the flap was lowered again, and, because your eyes are kept open (obviously), you can see it being replaced! Very odd experience! After care has been wonderful as well, with a lovely lady called Manjeet looking after my post-op checks. I now have 20/20 vision at the legal distance for driving, and it is getting better every day! I'm looking forward to going swimming for the first time and being able to see - and getting my hair cut and being able to see the actual cutting - and wearing normal sunglasses in the summer - and so much more that I couldn't do before. Laser eye surgery is the best invention in the world!

Hi Just returned from Birmingham clinic for 2 week post op appointment. Seen very quickly and not rushed at. Mentioned that my eyes are still blurred and night vision a problem (Still cant drive at night) They explained that this was normal and would settle down with time. She tested my vision which without the blurring is better than 20/20 now in both eyes. She has given me some differnt drops to put into my eyes to help with the blurring. Todays visit was really re-assuring and positive. i feel much happier now. Thanks

I am 25 and French, but living in Edinburgh for nearly 3 years now. Laser surgery is not really known in France, but I got the first hint of laser in UK in December 2005. Since this moment, I was considered having it or not, until I met two people who had it done without problems. I have -4.25 in my right eye, and -5.50 with .025 and in the left. And I have dry eyes... 1. Laser Consultant My first visit was at optical Express in Georges Street - Edinburgh. The staffs were polite and visit went ok. Both advisor and optometrist were patient and explained everything. I even came back with more questions and only had to wait 5 min before seeing somebody! Clinic is in Glasgow but you can have the free check-up in your local branch. Consultancy is free. Price: Standard lasik: £1690 for both eyes, add £300 per eye for Wavefront and add again £400 per eye for Intralase (so £3090) Optimax. I asked for a brochure on-line. I had it within two days. It stated that you have to pay for the consultancy, but it is done with a surgeon so I though it was worth having it. Then I received am email offering me 1/2 price for consultation and up to £310 for lasik if I booked consultation before the end of the month. I though it was really commercial but I went ahead. Clinic in Glasgow, check-up free in Glasgow or chargeable at a preferred partner in Edinburgh. Consultancy is £60.00. God! Annoying people who phone you nearly ounce every two days the week before the consultation to check if you are coming. In their terms and conditions, you can get operated the same day of your consultancy, if you wait an hour between!! Staff is not really polite, prefer finishing private conversation before taking care of you. I wait 45 min before they realise that I was overdue for my appointment. Having paid £30.00, you should expect the surgeon to be polite and pay attention to you; but this one was more preoccupied about going out for lunch. Conclusion: even if £500 cheaper, I will not go for them. Ultralase. I was supposed to have a third appointment with them but personal pbs prevent me from going. Very nice person, polite and comprehensive (I cancel the appointment on the day). However, slightly more expensive than Optical Express (around +£300) and do not provide check-up in Edinburgh (Only at the Glasgow clinic) Conclusion: I booked with Optical Express for Lasik Wavefront+Intralase. Yes the more expensive one, but my eyes have no price. Provisional booking made for 17th July, as the book is not opened so far in advance. Finger crossed. I will tell more in July.

I just had my surgery this morning at glasgow eye clinc. Im so happy... I can see!! Not had any dry eye symptoms or anything like that or double vision which some people seem to have. All i can say is if you havent booked surgery yet then BOOK IT NOW! Im only 18 but this is easily the best thing i've ever done! Theres no pain at all during the proceedure, just a wee tiny bit of pressure - Id say that the dentist is worse!! My consultation was at motherwell store - but now my local store east kilbride has started them and my surgeon was Sanjay Patell (at least i think thats what it was - too excited to pay attention) and i got wavefront Lasik. My prescription was -2.25 ds and -1.50 ds. If anyone is nervous about surgery in glasgow please email me! But above anything if your sitting on the fence - JUST BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!

hi went in for lasik last monday morning. they deceided whilst i was already in the chair that lasik wasnt suitable for me so was it ok if they did lasek??? Luckily i had read and understood both procedures so agreed. unfortunatley this meant more time off work and longer to heal but in the longer run a better option as no "flap" can ever lift open. i had the surgery following which, about an hour, the pain came it hurt like mad for a short time then subsided. the worst day is day 3 i was really suffering. since then i have had only uncomfortable eyes. i can see much better although i am still photophobic. i am glad i have had the procedure but be prepared not everyone has a painfree op and healing.

I had Lasik/Wavefront surgery carried out at London Shaftsbury Avenue on the 03-03-06. I only suffered with mild short sightness -1.75 in both eyes. The procedure last approx 10 minutes from walking in the operating room to leaving the room. The actual laser part in self lasts only about 30 seconds per eye. The preparation where your eye lid is taped back was very uncomfortable (but not painful) After surgery it was a mixture of feeling like having grit in your eyes (and remember you cannot rub your eyes) and a feeling that you have been peeling onions were your eyes weep. After an eight hour sleep in a local B+B. I did not like taking the risk of taking the tube after surgery in case of infection, I was total pain free. A follow up the following day showed better than 20/20 vision. For me it was a very positive experience although I feel the recent advertising of £395-00 per eye is a little misleading to the vast amount of potential clients. The surgeon who under took my operation Mr Giledi did a a 10/10 job for me. Although I feel time spent researching your surgeon would be time well spent. Its not for everyone but it worked for me. Good luck