Eye Laser Surgery Testimonials
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A representation of unedited comments from our patients over the years is shown here. This is what people actually say about us and our treatment and care. You will notice that our laser vision correction costs are more affordable as we provide great value for money to all our patients no matter what the prescription. Please review these comments to get a better understanding of how we work and the unique benefits we give to our patients. If you have a testimonial of your own that you would like to share, please post your testimonial here.
These documented experiences of other patients may not apply to your own if you choose to go ahead. For a more objective assessment of our treatment outcomes please refer to our Results and Risks of Laser Vision Correction pages.
Testimonials July 03 - Dec 03
Review by priti
Posted on 17/09/2003
Rating: 5/5
I had Lasik treatment about 6 weeks ago at accuvision in Fulham. My prescription was r-8.00 / -1.00 x 180 and l-6.50 / -1.50 x 180. I was absolutely sick and tired of wearing glasses and was actually told by my optician to stop wearing contact lenses completely because of a lack of oxygen getting through to my eyes. I found i could not wear my lenses any longer anyway, it just got too uncomfortable.
The surgery was painless and the recovery was amazing. 6 weeks on and my eyesight is fabulous, i have better than 20/20 vision without any post op problems, whatsoever. My corneas were slightly thinner than average, but given the advanced customised technology that Accuvision use, they are able to customise flaps which saves more tissue, which meant it was safe for me to have the treatment.
The team at Accuvision, all the way from admin at inital enquiry to the surgeon on the day have been brilliant and i cannot thank them enough for giving me my eyesight back.
When it comes to deciding who to trust your eyes to, check out the team at Accuvision, after all you only have one pair of eyes.
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Review by John Croxford
Posted on 08/09/2003
Rating: 5/5
Have been investigating laser surgery for 7 years including unsuccessful consultations with Optimax and Ultralase. Sick of contact lenses and specs. I hate feeling dependent on solutions and stuff. I regularly travel abroad and hate the hassle of packing them...always in the hand luggage along with specs in case the luggae doesn't make it.
Heard about Accuvision 2 years ago, but when I called they sounded in their infancy so I left it.
Went last Wednesday for test as a birthday present to me for my 40th (in July). Delighted to learn that I could be treated and immediately asked for the operation that same day. The next slot was the next day. The team at Accuvision are very professional and I detected they are passionate about their job, which gives them the edge. Worth the money that I paid. In fact 20 years ago I remember putting a value of £10,000 on the price I would pay to restore my eyesight without artificial aids!!
For me the anticipation around the surgery was perhaps the worst. Around 5 mins on the bed awaiting preparation. I was very aware of the 'flap bit' and although I saw no blade I had a distinct sensation as it was cut, a kind of stinging. For me (being a bit of a woose) my own cruel mind games were the worst, my brain playing out the whole scenario over and over during and after surgery. The truth is there is no way they would have done the other eye if I really felt anything! The discomfort was on the same scale as having a filling in reality. Hypnosis might be an idea, but then it is really only 4 mins per eye!
A few minutes later and I was in the waiting room. The rest of the day I rested at home with a slight gritty feeling in both eyes. Next day eyes were fine. Eyesight not quite as crisp as it was with contact lenses, but better than it was with specs.
Next week I have my 1 week post tests and I am expecting some further improvement based on previous reports.Today my sight didn't feel quite as crisp...but maybe this is tiredness after a hectic weekend?
Before op -6.5 in both eye. 1 day After op 0.00 and -0.5.
By the way I offloaded something like 6 bottles of contact lenses, 3 cases, saline and all sorts. Its a great unburdening to do that on the same day as the op!
If you want your real eyes back then go see Accuvision!
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Review by Martin Spelling
Posted on 07/09/2003
Rating: 5/5
I had Lasik surgery at Accuvision on Thursday, 29th May 2003. Previously I had worn glasses for circa 40 years.
Pre-op. my prescription was:
Right Eye: Sphere (-8.50), Cylinder (-2.50), Axis (5).
Left Eye: Sphere (-8.00), Cylinder (-1.50), Axis 180).About a year prior to surgery, I’d met someone at work who had a similar prescription to mine & had had laser surgery. He was positive about the process & it set me thinking.
I searched on the Internet & found several sites & found this one the most useful.
After some further pondering, I decided to proceed & the choice came down to Moorfields or Accuvision. The positive feedback patients reported from Accuvision tipped the balance in their favour.
Beyond short sight & astigmatism, I recall no particular features needing special treatment. The cost was £4k. It was suggested that I would have good enough vision for everyday life, but that I might need reading glasses for small print.
The procedure was not painful. As others have mentioned, it is a little uncomfortable for a couple of minutes, but no more than that. It took only a few minutes & I went home after a post op check some 30 minutes after surgery. I took the eye drops as prescribed & spent the rest of the day with eyes closed & listening to the radio. By the following day, I was able to see well & with no complications.
My sight is 20/20 & I have had no problems of any sort throughout. I’ve attended the daily, weekly, monthly & quarterly checks – all of which have confirmed that the sight is stable. There have been no complications or discomfort of any sort.
All the staff at Accuvision that I have dealt with have been helpful. They have been straightforward in their dealings with me & I don’t feel they over-promise – certainly my experience has been most positive.
The recovery process has been something of a non-event for me, with no problems experienced. To date I have not needed reading glasses for even fine print & have experienced no problems in poor light (which a few have commented on). I’ve found it surprisingly easy to get used to not wearing glasses. The psychological benefit took a little longer to kick in – all of it positive, all of it beneficial.
I would recommend Accuvision. If my experience is anything to go by, it should be hassle free & positive all the way through the process. It is money well spent to reclaim your sight.
Martin Spelling
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Review by Nish
Posted on 04/09/2003
Rating: 5/5
Well, it's over 18 months since I underwent my Wavefront Lasik treatment at Accuvision. Truly it's unbelievable that I've forgotten what being so short-sighted was like, almost taking it for granted that I can see so well.
I'm delighted with all aspects of my treatment and aftercare and the attention to detail that the staff have demonstrated. Anyone looking at this site who values their eyesight and understands that there is more to it than 'how much will it cost?' could do a lot worse than trust their eyes to Accuvision.
Keep up the good work!!
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Review by Rob
Posted on 02/09/2003
Rating: 5/5
This is my 2 month report back.. In my previous post, I said I was 20/20 in my right eye and just under in my left eye after 1 week. Well, 8 weeks later I am now 20/15 in my right eye and just under 20/20 in my left eye - FANTASTIC!!. I didn't actually notice my eyes getting better, but when it came to reading the chart at Accuvision, it became apparent that they were. The service etc is excelllent at Accuvision and I am extremely pleased with my results. It was painless, quick (surgery took less than 8 minutes for both eyes) and the results have been perfect. I know some people have had experiences of grittiness in the eye, dry eyes, starburst around lights etc, but I had NONE of these symptoms. My prescription was approx -4 in both eyes with wide pupil dilation but no other probs. I have managed to avoid rubbing my eyes in the 8 week period which is a lot easier than you would think, when you get your head around it.
Overall, I would recommend it as the resutls have been perfect. Do your research first in additon to reading this website, but as far as Accuvision goes- they have exceeded my expectations! Thanks Vik, Joan, Daryus, Mike etc.........