Laser eye treatment - who's done it?

Phate · 4 May 2011 at 22:01

Hi all,

After realising that since I was 15 I've spent £2.5k on contact lenses now I'm seriously considering laser eye treatment.

So whos had it done? How much did it cost? How quickly could you go back to work/normal life? Who would you recommend getting it done by?

Cheers,
Jake

Phate · 4 May 2011 at 22:08

Robbie G said:
I guess you're looking to ditch the specs on account of them not fitting in with your amazing hair?

Not quite

Just over the years I've spent a lot of money and lenses rarely cause me irritation or issues, but it'd be nice if I never had to use them or glasses again

- Glasses I hate...infact I detest them.

Considering its not as expensive as it used to be, I'm now seriously considering it.

Phate · 4 May 2011 at 22:18

How much did you pay Moza?

Phate · 4 May 2011 at 22:42

Right, checked out and looks like I need LASIK. Going to see how the funds are doing and book a consultation towards the end of May me thinks

Phate · 4 May 2011 at 22:43

Morgoth said:
I'm going for mine tomorrow!

Ooo details please!

Phate · 4 May 2011 at 22:59

Robbie G said:
Please elaborate doctor Phate!

From what I quickly read its suitable to minor treatments needed (ie my eyes aren't THAT bad) and for short sightedness.

Obviously a consultation could change all of that completely

Phate · 10 May 2011 at 13:54

Consultation booked with Optical Express this Sunday

Phate · 10 May 2011 at 19:38

Got my leaflet through from Optimax today (it was free

) So going to have a read up tonight, looking forward to my consultation...

Phate · 11 May 2011 at 00:20

Had a read up, LASIK with Wavefront is sounding good

Excited for Sunday now

Phate · 11 May 2011 at 00:21

Robbie G said:
Your Phate is in their hands! Tee hee hee

Hur Hur

Freefaller said:
I've had it done over 20 months ago now.

Best thing I've ever done.

Didn't suffer any pain or dry eyes etc... my vision is still 20/20.

Night vision seemed unaffected as well.

Wow nice! Your vision hasn't deteriorated at all? Is this the case for everyone?

Phate · 11 May 2011 at 08:52

Sounds good mate, I'll let you know what is said in the consultancy and when my treatment is

Phate · 11 May 2011 at 16:58

Booner! said:
Phate - read up on Focus too... doesn't hurt to have a comparison, I really can't rate them high enough after 3 years of shopping around and researching.

http://www.focusclinics.com/

Very honest, thorough and all of them have a good knowledge/understanding of the treatment...which fills you with confidence.

Had a look on their site mate, all looks great but with it starting at £1400 per eye I don't think I can afford it to be honest

I'm budgeting upto 2grand for this

Phate · 12 May 2011 at 00:19

Booner! said:
They quoted me £3000 on the phone. They then saw me, reduced it down to £2250 for a -4.25 (for both) perscription. They also do 0% finance for 12 months...

Hope that helps

Cheers pal, I'll see how I feel after optical express

Phate · 12 May 2011 at 10:09

Booner! said:
Today is the day for my op..... 5pm down in London. Getting excited now

Awesome mate, be interested to see how you get on!

Phate · 12 May 2011 at 22:26

Listen to the frog!

Although it's good to hear that booner

Phate · 15 May 2011 at 20:51

Had my consult and tests today

In short, yes I'm suitable

I wanted LASIK with Wavefront and they said that's suitable for me \o/ - Total cost will be £2100.

Getting a deposit to them at the end of the week then booking it, they have a slot available on June 7th or the 15th, I'm hoping to nab one of those

Phate · 15 May 2011 at 21:04

Robbie G said:
With who? Optical Express?

If so, check the thread on MoneySavingExpert about money off laser eye surgery. There are loads of people with discount vouchers for 'sale', as once you've had the treatment, OE send you loads of 'recommend a friend' cards every six months or so.

Otherwise I can probably sort you out if I have any lying around (I can do the whole £300, not fussed about rebate). Not sure if you need to tell them at the time of booking, worth investigating anyway.

It can get you up to £300 extra off with the loyalty scheme.

I'll take a look now, well when I ring up to pay the deposit I can ask about the money off bit

- Cheers pal.

And yeh sorry with Optical Express.

Phate · 15 May 2011 at 21:13

Robbie G said:
IIRC all you need to do, is give them the voucher reference number and the name of the referrer. I'd get this before ringing as they'll only ask for it.

Ok, do you have a link to the thread showing them? My epically crap search skills have failed me once again.

EDIT: NVM Found it

Phate · 15 May 2011 at 21:23

Hey Robbie,

I've had a look, most people wanting to go halfs, if you can find one and are willing to send me then I'd really appreciate it and will buy you a beer at the next meet we both attend

Phate · 15 May 2011 at 21:30

lol typical

And cheers fella, I'll ask when I ring up to pay the deposit

EDIT: Right, registered and posted

Roll on Friday for a confirmed booking