Accuvision Laser Eye Clinic

Whilst researching Lasik, I came across this website and it was largely due to the positive comments about Accuvision that I decided to have my -6 and -4 eyes corrected by Wavefront Guided Lasik last Thursday. It's all true - these guys are undoubtedly the best!! I had a look at Boots at Bluewater as well but although their technology looks impressive, I felt the consultation was very 'production line', and my questions were really rushed through. The procedure is unpleasant and stressful, I was surprised to find the eye clamps going in was actually the worst bit. The suction and cutting of the flap did not hurt at all. Afterwards I went home and laid in a darkened room with my eyes closed for the rest of the day (a practical tip - I bought one of those talking books which really helped to pass the time). On my next day check up my right eye was 20/15!! Every day now I'm finding my eyes are getting clearer and less sore, everything is in much sharper focus than I ever got with glasses or contacts. Accuvision may be expensive but it is definitely worth every penny. Everyone is highly professional. If I had to make one tiny suggestion (and I'm struggling to find one) it would be a thoughtful touch if, after the procedure, in the bag you are given containing your drops and eyeshields, that a small box of medical tissues was included? I asked for a few tissues when leaving and was given a whole box of medical tissues, they have been invaluable since for moping up streaming eyes, excess drops, and now cleaning eyes? I am much happier to use these than I would be using regular tissues. I will be wholeheartedly recommending Accuvision in the future.

I had surgery at Accuvision around three and half weeks ago. My prescription was around -7 in both eyes, with some astigmatism and very thin corneas. I was terribly disappointed to be turned down by Optimax about two years ago, because of this combination of high prescription and thin corneas. When I first saw the advert for Accuvision and how it could treat cases that other places couldn't, I was initially a bit sceptical. It was only by idly surfng the net one day, that I came across this website and saw all the rave reviews that people had given to Accuvision. This convinced me to give them a call. At my consultation, which was very thorough, I was told that they could treat me, but I was only just eligible, because of my thin corneas. However, because of the more advanced laser technology they were able to leave more than the recommended corneal thickness. They informed me that they couldn't guarantee that I would have perfect sight after surgery, but there was a chance that I might have some some mild refraction and need glasses occasionally. I was never put under any pressure whatsoever. I decided to have the surgery (£4K) and went ahead with it two weeks later. The actual surgery was stressful, but painfree. They explain exactly what to expect during the procedure, which definately helped. For the first 5-6 hours after surgery, my eyes were watering so much that I couldn't open them at all. They were also prickling like crazy. The next day, my eyes were rather red and swollen, but my vision was perfect. I seemed to experience more post-operative discomfort than most people, because for the first 5 days after surgery my eyes were very dry, itchy and uncomfortable and the liquid tears didn't help alleviate it at all. I found that previously, I couldn't wear contact lenses for more than a few hours at a time, because my eyes started feeling really dry, so this probably made me more susceptical to it. However, just as I was beginning to despair and wonder if I'd done the right thing, my eyes suddenly started feeling a lot better. They now feel totally normal and when I had my check up after the first week, I was told that my eyes had healed well, I wouldn't need glasses at all and I had 20:20 vision. They also gave me some gel tears which were more effective for me than the liquid tears. I feel that I definately made the right decision to have laser surgery at Accuvision. My vision is fab. my eyes feel totally normal now and it has given me a whole new lease of life. I still find myself reaching for my glasses out of habit or feeling that I need to take my lenses out before going to sleep. I've also found that it's great to be able to go away and not have to pack alll the parathenalia associated with wearing glassses and contact lenses. I'm very grateful to Accuvision. No regrets at all.

I went for my consultation with Vik on May 20th, which lasted longer than I thought (2 hours), but was very thorough. I have decided to go ahead with LASIK in early July, and now have to endure the waiting which is surely the worst bit. Accuvision have been personally recommended to me by a close friend who now can't stop reading number plates from miles away, after being short sighted for years. I look forward to a successful outcome, and will put my post-surgery comments on this page..

I had a consultation with Vik at Accuvision in March and am considering having LASIK in July or August. I have - 6 in both eyes with slight astigmatism, however my pupils when dilated are 7.5mm and 8.5mm. I would be interested in hearing from anyone who has undergone LASIK (either successfully or unsuccessfully) with a pupil size of over 8mm. I am confident that the service offered by Accuvision is one of the best in the industry, but before biting the bullet would find it helpful to hear from others who have undergone the proceedure with similar prescription and pupil size!

I had a consultation with Ultralase approx 6 weeks ago @ Totenham crt rd. The consultant checked my eyes thoroughly (or so I thought), and proceeded to book me in for surgery the following week. I must add here that my prescription was -9 & -8.5 with slight astigmatism - being such a high prescription I asked a number of times during the consultation if my eyes fell within the safe parameters for surgery and was duely assured. Day of Surgery - I arrived at the Totenham crt road branch and was prepared for surgery - the surgeon, Mr Pererra ran through his pre-checks. I was at the point of just going into the theatre, iodine around the eyelids and first set of anesthetic drops administered, when the surgeon did a final check on pupil size - it turned out my pupils were dilating to 7mm and ultralase could only treat a maz area of 6mm - which would result in poor night vision. All credit to Mr Pererra for spotting this - and he was amazed that it hadn't been picked up in the pre-consultation - obviously the surgery was aborted! My experience with Ultralase leeds me to believe that because they are churning through so many patients, they are becoming careless at the consultation stage. I'm off to Accuvision - read my post there.

I finally went ahead with my surgery on 24th March with Accuvision. (Decided against Centre for Sight for a number of reasons - see comments under their heading) I am tempted to write Ditto, ditto, ditto, ditto because every positive comment I have read about Accuvision on this website is TRUE!!!! However I will be more specific for the benefit of the people I have promised. (by the way, thank you to all of you who contacted me since my first posting with all your encouraging comments) I had -3 in both eyesand large pupils! I had wavefront treatment performed by M Rostron with all the usual team present (and a few spectators if I remember correctly) The procedure was painless and I am glad I didn't work myself into a state beforehand because it wouldn't have been worth it. It's over so quickly, there's no time to panic in there. I'm delighted with the results(better than 20/20 in both eyes) and they have done such a good job of the flaps that 24 hours after surgery an experienced optician could not see the hinge! The first few days were hazy and uncomfortable - very similar feeling to that of having worn your contacts for far too long! Each day got clearer and clearer and after one week my eyesight was fantastic! Night vision has also improved dramatically although that was slower in coming. Nothing left to say apart from thanks to all at Accuvision, especially Nick Dash who spent hours answering all of my questions!! To all of you considering surgery - go to Accuvision - it may be more expensive than some of the 'high street' outfits but YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR! You only have one pair of eyes!

I had the op two weeks ago now.Following exhaustive research and visits to various clinics I am convinced that Accuvision are as good as it gets in terms of technology and surgical skill. They have treated me very well amd made me feel comfortable and confident at all times. Immediately after the op I could tell that my right eye was excellent and far better than my left. This has continued to be the case. At the one week post op test my right eye was better than 20/20, but the left eye was still struggling to read the letters on the chart with any real clarity. I have spoken to Accuvision about this on a couple of occassions and they have told me to wait, be patient and give the eye time to recover, so that it was I am trying to do. I have seen little or no improvement in the last two weeks and am hoping that it gets better soon as at the moment I seem to do my seeing with my right eye only!! Everything is a bit wonky. Will keep you posted with any changes....

I am due to have surgery next Monday 19th May. I am still unsure what to do about having one eye under-corrected for reading purposes. Someone I have spoken to has said that they are finding it hard to get used to the difference between the prescription. Also, I am feeling a touch(!) nervous about the actual proceedure - not the outcome so much, but the actual surgery - any help in calming me down would also be appreciated!!

I have been looking into Laser Surgery for a couple of years. I finally plucked up courage and went to consultation. The consultation process was extremely thorough and all questions were well answered. A week later I found myself about to enter surgery. The procedure itslef is absolutely nothing to worry about. I felt slight pressure to my eyes and that was all. No pain. All staff kept me informed throughout and the procedure was over before I knew it. I walked into the waiting area able to see my Dad at the other end of the room unaided by specs. Absolutely fantastic. My prescription was -3.50 and -3.75 inclusive of astigmatism. I am now six weeks post op and I have better than 20:20 vision with a slight astigmatism of -0.25 in my left eye. I've been told by Mike that this will get better with healing. I have no reason to disbelieve him or Accuvision as everything they have told me has turned out to be true. I experienced a slower return to excellent vision than other people it would seem. This may have someting to do with the wearing of bandage lenses for 24hrs after but is more likely to be just the rate at which my eyes heal ! Everyone is different. I have gone through moments of concern and uneasiness after the surgery but my concerns were always answered informatively by Accuvision at all times. Your vision does fluctuate and you may have moments of panis where you think "My God why did I do this" but be patient as the results are astounding and to be free of vision aids is amazing. My eyes had a reaction to the artificial tears and so I heeded the advice in some of the comments before these and bought some Liquifilm tears without preservative. My eyes improved straight away. I personally would like to thank all staff who have been excellent throughout but especially Joan, Vikash, Mike, Daryus and Chad. All have been brilliant and the aftercare fantastic. I can't recomment Accuvision enough and am busily passing on their details to a wealth or friends and colleagues. Thanks Accuvision.

My sister attended a clinic in london (Not Accuvision) a year ago, she had experienced a problem when they cut the flap as well as dry eyes, whilst the clinic was very good, it meant a lot of travelling to and from Scarborough, as well as the expense of train travel. The clinic had a local optician in Scarborough, however they where not qualified to handle such a case. When choosing a clinic, this should be a consideration and you should ask yourself, whilst the chance is small, if there is a problem would you be prepared to travel the distance. I have had laser eye treatment, and think it is the best thing that has ever happened to me, so good luck!