Laser Eye Surgery Discussion Thread

the_devil_made_me_do_it

I'd love corrective surgery, however, my eyesight is very poor and non of the procedures can cope with correcting my sight. I could have lenses inserted into the back of my eyes, but I think it's very expensive. One positive of having this procedure, is the lenses can be removed, so no permanent damage.

I'd be interested in hearing from anyone whose had this done.

sillyvixen

scary buisness!! i work for oppticians practice, most people who have lazer wont come and see us as dont need spex... but we have seen a number 0of clients who have ended up with worst vision than b4 .. if you consider this you nned to consider alll possibilities!!!

moomin_white

i had laser eye surgery 3 1/2 years ago now and it's been fine bar my eyes being dry sometimes - but then again i experienced that with contact lenses.

however, i do find it strange that so many people go for LASIK considering the high risk of complications. Personally i had LASEK, which does take longer to heal and is more uncomfortable but has a much lower risk of long term side effects.
In fact, i was speaking to an offduty eye surgeon recently and i asked his opinion and he said i certainly made a good decision going with LASEK because of those reasons. (which was a relief!!)

frivolous_fay

eyecatcher wrote: »

Before I had my treatment with Dr. Wiles at SPAM LINK I had trouble seeing clearly even with my glasses on. Now I can see my alarm clock without holding it in front of my face and I can see road signs without squinting. I don’t hate driving at night anymore. My life is so much better now; I only wish I had gone to Lasik-1 sooner! Thank you for helping me see what I’ve been missing!"

Like we're going to go to Missouri. Spammer.

EddiesMum_2

I am booked in for laser eye surgery 15th Feb with Optimax in Southampton. They are quoting £895 per eye plus Intraslase or Wavefront extra per eye.
Can anyone recommend any cost cutting I can do on this?
Thanks

wishiwasarichgirl

Not sure if anyone has posted this already but thought it was worth reiterating. When it comes to surgery on your eyes don't always go for the cheapest option (remember, you only get one pair of eyes, look after them - they may have to last a few more years!)

following taken from here

It isimportant that patients make thorough enquiries before laser eye surgery. For a trouble free and straightforward laser eye surgery experience it is sensible to shop around to find a clinic and eye specialist surgeon that you feel comfortable with, and that these factors are considered: safety, technology, expertise, experience and results. (Notice they don't mention cost!!)

Following are some relevant questions to ask before proceeding to laser eye surgery:

• How long has the surgeon been performing laser refractive surgery
• How many refractive procedures has the surgeon performed?
• What are the laser / lasik surgeon’s qualifications - did they undergo formal refractive surgery training, and for how long?
• Is the surgeon a cornea specialist?
• Is the surgeon a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists?
• Will the consultant/surgeon perform tests to screen for dry eye before surgery?
• Have any of the clinic’s treated patients resulted in chronic severe dry eye?
• What is the laser / lasik surgeon’s success rate for laser eye surgery?
• What will happen if something goes wrong?
• Is there a results table of recent operations available?
• What percentage of patients has the clinic had to turn down for medical reasons?
• Will the surgeon be easily available after surgery for any further queries or concerns?
• What type of laser will be used?
• Is the clinic a member of the Eye Laser Association (ELA)? (The organisation which governs best practice for eye surgery).
• What outcome can realistically be expected after surgery?
• Will there be any additional costs post surgery?

fritz1968

ive resently seen an add on the telly for laser eye surgery.

£395 per eye, free for 12 months then 2yrs intrest free!!!!!!

i can afford this but cant find it on the net!!

ive been staying up late and getting up early for a chance to catch the advert again as i think its a number you have to call to get the offer!!!

can anyone help with this?? im 40 next month and i have never seen the world without streaks and blotches!!

Ivrytwr3

more than likely optimax or ultralase.

However, search laser eye surgery on ebay and you will get a much better deal (the owner of the company advertises missed/empty slots). Also you can use Tesco clubcard deals with them.

Lynxette

I would not recommend. The actual success rate is a lot lot lower than they suggest - Many users have their eyesight improved, but not corrected to true 20/20 so either have to live in a world where everything is blurry or still have to wear contacts/glasses.

Also, I have heard that it causes your eyesight to deterioate very very quickly after about 10-15 years and you're back at square one, really.

My sister had it done a few years ago and now regrets it; She says it wasn't worth the money!!


However, at the end of the day there must be highly satisfied customers out there for these companies to be so successful, so I suppose you've just got the calculate the risk and see if it's really worth it.

chatty123

Just like to say that the price of 395 will probably rise to over 2000 actually. BUT the technology today gives 100% success. My son had worn glasses from the age of 18 months and his eyesight was pretty bad, he recently had his eyes lasered and from 2 days after his eyesight is perfect and carries a lifetime guarantee.
Of course this came to a fee of £3600 but for a 22 year old it's money well spent.
All i can say is, do it if you have the spare cash BUT please do your research on the company first.

GOOD LUCK