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1. Optimax Laser Eye Surgery Review
Optimax is a UK specialist in laser eye treatment, lens replacement surgery, and cataract surgery. Founded in 1991, this clinic has performed over 430,000 vision corrections. It currently has 28 clinics nationwide, including London, Bristol, Birmingham and Belfast.
Here is how nearly 1,000 real customers rate Optimax for its clinic, cost, treatments and surgeons:
| Optimax Rating Overall | Clinic Rating | Cost Rating | Surgeon Rating | Treatments Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (3.9 out of 5) | (3.6 out of 5) | (3.5 out of 5) | (5 out of 5) | (4.1 out of 5) |
These ratings boil down to:
Pros: Fixed prices, free consultation, Wavefront technology, locations nationwide, NHS-trained surgeons
Cons: Poor customer service, lacking communication from surgeons, frequent delays
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2. Optimax Laser Eye Surgery Cost
“I would do this surgery again tomorrow knowing the results I have got. It was worth every penny – the best money I ever spent.” – Stephen Gerrard
(3.5 out of 5)
Laser eye surgery at Optimax costs £1,695 (per eye) for Wavefront LASEK or Wavefront IntraLase LASIK. Cataract surgery costs £2,995 (per eye), while implantable contact lenses will set you back £2,495 (per eye).
These are average prices for eye surgery in the UK – not as cheap as other high street clinics like Optical Express, but less expensive than eye hospitals like Moorfields Private.
Are there any hidden costs? No – Optimax offers free consultations, and transparent prices. Plus, there are finance options, meaning you can pay under £50 for 36 months for laser surgery, or under £70 a month for lens surgery.
Here are the prices of some of Optimax’ popular lens and laser surgery options:
| Eye Surgery Procedure | Price (per eye) | Finance Options (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Wavefront LASEK | £1,695 | £42.38 (36 months, 0% APR, £169.50 deposit) |
| Wavefront IntraLase LASIK | £1,695 | £42.38 (36 months, 0% APR, £169.50 deposit) |
| Cataract / RLE / CLE Treatment | £2,995 | £64.40 (36 months, 0% APR, £299.50 deposit) |
| ICL Treatment | £2,495 | £51.49 (36 months, 0% APR, £249.50 deposit) |
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3. Optimax Treatments
“I am delighted that the procedure was pain-free, and I didn’t even need any painkillers afterwards. At the weekly check-up, I was amazed to learn I had 20/20 vision – much better than predicted.” – Joan Hassell
(4.1 out of 5)
As well as traditional laser eye surgery, Optimax also offers a range of lens surgery options. Here is the full list:
- LASIK
- LASEK
- Wavefront / IntraLase®Femtosecond
- Cataract or refractive lens exchange (RLE) surgery
- ICL surgery or keratoconus treatment
Aftercare
Optimax provides a free and comprehensive aftercare program to regularly check and monitor your vision at each stage of the recovery process. All aftercare costs are included in the cost of your eye surgery.
Optimax locations
Optimax offers a range of clinics nationwide. It also hosts open days, where patients are able to have a free assessment, take a tour of the clinic, and speak to specialist consultants. Optimax’s main locations are: London, Bristol, Birmingham, Cardiff, Belfast, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, and Manchester.
4. The Verdict
I am really happy with the results. Apart from the machine not working and the long wait, the staff at this Optimax were really nice, friendly and helpful, as was Dr Patel. I would recommend this Optimax. – Tina Gibson
(3.9 out of 5)
Optimax has an average overall rating due to hit-and-miss patient care, based on nearly 9,000 independent reviews on Lasik Eyes since 2002.
Most patients we spoke to were happy with the service. However, the long waiting times and poor communication mean this clinic misses the top spots on the list of the best laser eye surgery clinics in the UK. Still, Optimax makes it into these top lists:
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Our Testimonials
540 reviews written between 2002 and 2020. Sorted by newest first.
Treatments are as each reviewer wrote them. Reviews that don't mention laser or lens surgery only show under All treatments.
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Very high standard of treatment at the liverpool branch of Optimax. And very competetive as i bought the treatment throu ebay
My eyes were -1.75 in both eyes & i opted to have just one eye done, the difference is amazing, no more glasses….. great!!!
The guy who i saw has got it spot on my right eye is now 0 prescription.
It took my brain about two months to get used to having one eye at -1.75 & one at 0, but i would recommend to anyone that you try monovision first. its worked really well for me!!
Paul
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Fantastic treatment, fantastic staff, fantastic service (seriously sexy consultant!) Can not recommend this company and service enough! My life has been changed. Go for it – if you are worried, have one eye done at a time – but you are dealing with professionals here who care about YOU and not profits – just do it!
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Has LASIK at Southampton on 06/09/05 carried out by Dr.McGraw. Absolutely no pain whatsoever, she explained everything that was about to happen and was reasuring at all times. I did not realise it would be so clinical and that they would all be gowned up but made me feel at ease straight away, treatment only took 10 minutes. Opted to have both eyes done at the same time and immediately saw the results once I was sat back in the waiting room.
Had worn glasses and used contacts for 40 years combined with a prescription of -6.50 in both eyes so was expectant (and told) that I might need Reading glasses afterwards. Obviously only day 2 at the moment but my vision is fantastic and I am even driving again. Have bought reading glasses at the moment to assist me but I am told my vision will improve over the coming weeks and months so you never know!
I would recommend this to anyone, the biggest hurdle is getting over the fear of having it done but the results speak for themselves. Bought the treatment off of EBAY for £1190, both eyes.
I'll comment back in a month or so and let you know how I'm doing.
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I had my laser surgery in February 2005, 2 weeks after I was made redundant and searching for a new job – it was a highly stressful time, but it had been booked for over a month so there was no going back!
I got a ‘January Sale’ voucher from Optimax – both eyes done for £700, I had toyed with it for ages, so took advantage of the voucher, as it was cheaper than the Ebay purchase.
I went to the Glasgow clinic and had Dr Anwar and for my follow-ups, Myra Crawford.
My eyes were: R-3.50 and L-4.00.
The surgery itself was fine, a little uncomfortable, and for someone with as strong a stomach as myself, I found it a bit yucky. I would recommend you put some Vicks at your nose, as the smell of burning eyeball still makes me go a bit queasy.
I was in and out of the surgery room in 10 minutes, the staff were lovely.
I went home, couldn’t sleep and the sleeping pills were rubbish. My eyes streamed for about 24hours and to open them was agony, it nipped and felt like they were filled with sand – so don’t open your eyes to begin with!
After a week I was fine if a little un-coordinated, as both eyes healed at different stages. I used Lacrilube and Viscotears to help my eyes along.
I felt for about 2 months after the surgery I was extremely light sensitive, which was the most annoying. I couldn’t keep my eyes open as it hurt too much. Myra at my after care said I was one of the most light sensitive people she had met and she could hardly get my eye open to do the dye test, and look at the back of my eye.
After the check up I was declared better than 20/20 vision. Yippee!! I had spent 12 years with glasses – all through my teens until I was 23. It felt so good not having to bother with them!!!
After 3 months I felt my vision slipping, and it was the most disheartening feelings. I went back, and yes, the surgery had started to reverse itself. Typical. It’s always me that stuff happens to! I know a handful of people who have had it done, and I’m the only one it hasn’t worked for.
I went back for another check up, and my prescription seems to have stabilised at:
R-1.50 and L-1.75 Although this is hard to tell because I now have glasses again and cannot read the chart. I have another check up on the 21st Sept, so I will remove my glasses before the consultation and see if I can get my eyesight to adjust.If all goes well I have to get the surgery done again in October.
I hope it works this time because it’s a lot of money to still have to rely on reading glasses!
I’ll let you all know at the beginning of November if it has been a success. If anyone else has had a similar experience, it would be good to hear from you, as I’m so worried it won’t work!
Fiona
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Had epi lasek – mono vision at Leicester clinic. Excellent service/staff. Only slight gritty eyes after op and for 1 day after no pain. 4 Weeks on have 20/20 vision. Best decision ever to have laser treatment cannot describe the feeling of not having to wear glasses or the hassle of contact lenses.
Great!