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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
Had treatment over three months ago at the Southampton clinic, my prescription was R-5.25 L-6.50 was quite nervous on the day of treatment but the staff where reassuring enough. My night vision for first six week was so poor that I could not drive at all. But now it has settled down now still get stars around lights but it does get a bit better every week
My vision now is better than it ever was with glasses and during the daylight hours it is a whole new world of vision. I suppose I feel that the day light hour’s vision is so much better because I never wore contact lenses so I was always aware of my glasses frame in edges of the field of my vision
In summary I would say if you are considering have laser eye correction please remember that it could go wrong so weigh it up first, I found the treatment a bit scary but painless and I also need to use moisturising eye drops 8-12 times a day but every week things improve, Would I do it again you bet
The parking at the Southampton clinic is great
Feel free to contact me if you wish
I bought my Laser Eye Surgery on Ebay.
The whole process from bidding, to having the treatment done, has only taken 3 weeks.
I chose Epi lasek treatment for my short sightedness, and chose Liverpool as my nearest clinic. I had my treatment on 16th August 2005.
My settings were:-
left eye sph -2.84.Cyl -0.56.Axis 175.
right eye sph -3.04.Cyl -0.88.Axis 15.
I would like to thank all of the staff and the operating surgeon in Liverpool for their professional manner, and also their friendliness. I am still receiving aftercare appointments, and my eyesight is improving day on day. I have a little blurred vision with my left eye, but I have been advised that this is normal and will correct itself as the weeks go on.
I think that it is a brilliant idea to sell this on Ebay, as many people generally think it is too expensive to receive treatment to correct their vision. I had previously been to Ultralase and was advised that treatment would have cost me £2400 minimum for both eyes with them.
I have recommended Optimax to almost everyone I know who wears glasses, from my nextdoor neighbour to a shop assistant in Asda's!!!
Thank you Optimax for giving me a better quality of life.
I had Epi-lasek on moderately short-sighted eyes. There was 12 hrs of minor discomfort, which is fairly insignificiant when you consider the gains. I have 20/20 vision now and would recommend this treatment to anyone. I went to Optimax Liverpool clinic and the staff there were great and very professional and I would highly recommend them(my Dad and bother are also going there now!). Don't be put off by the fact Optimax is cheaper than other clinics, i personally think that other clinics are just ripping people off. If you purchase this surgery through ebay (like I did) you can get correction in both eyes for £795 and no extra costs!
Please contact me if you need any more information, Claire Beech.
All gain and no pain, really nice people and great service, go for it!
Croydon clinic. EPI-LASEK 3 weeks ago. Dr Hoe. I had something like -2.5 in both eyes. consultation same day as surgery. in and out in just over an hour. had a very uncomfortable evening until i eventually conked out thanks to pain killers and sleeping pills. it'd be wise to practice using eye drops before you get it done otherwise you'll be getting used to it at your most vulnerable time. i think i didn't use anesthetic drops correctly or my tears washed them out and that's why they didn't appear to work. next day i woke up fine. pain gone and had a normal weekend – telly etc. when i got protective contacts off a few days later I had better than 20/20. it's even improved since that according to my last test a week ago. still healing up though which means eyes dry up during night sometimes, but i have Viscotears gel to prevent that. Fantastic value for money.