When you’re considering something as serious as undergoing an elective procedure, it can seem like there’s a lot of information to go over. First, you have to approach the arduous task of choosing a clinic, then there’s the issue of costs, and of course, a seemingly endless list of questions related to your treatment.
With all these considerations, it can be easy to feel like you’re alone, but you’re not! In fact, tens of millions of people around the world have been through the Laser Eye Surgery process. Most of these individuals will have experienced the same worries you are having now, but more importantly, most have come out of the other end wondering why they were so worried to begin with!
Here, we’re taking a look at some such accounts from four of our past patients; some of whom you might recognise. Each one of them had treatment at London Vision Clinic and recorded their experience in fine detail. In fact, you can watch videos of their experiences from start to finish on YouTube!
So, if you’re in doubt, we hope the following stories will help you to make up your mind. Of course, we understand that the prospect of having Laser Eye Surgery (and any procedure, for that matter) will always be a little scary. However, with the potential of nothing short of life-changing results, it could just be up there with one of the best things you’ll ever do.
Improve Your Vision With Your Local London Clinic
Deciding to improve your vision is often about far more than simply reducing your dependence on glasses or contact lenses. For many people, modern vision correction procedures such as laser eye surgery and advanced lens treatments can transform everyday life in ways they had never expected.
From waking up and seeing clearly straight away to enjoying sport, travel and work without constantly thinking about your eyesight, restoring natural vision can remove a barrier that has quietly existed for years. Tasks that once required preparation, such as packing contact lenses for a trip, worrying about glasses during exercise, or struggling with reading glasses later in life, suddenly become effortless.
Thanks to major advances in ophthalmology, treatments such as SMILE Pro laser eye surgery and PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision now allow surgeons to correct a wide range of vision problems with remarkable precision. Millions of people around the world have already experienced the benefits of these procedures, often describing the results as genuinely life changing.
At London Vision Clinic, many patients arrive feeling understandably nervous about undergoing treatment. Yet after their procedure, the most common reaction is surprise at how quick, comfortable and transformative the experience can be.
Below, you can explore the real experiences of several London Vision Clinic patients. From a skydiver returning to the skies within days to well known lifestyle bloggers documenting their journey, these stories provide an honest look at how modern laser and lens surgery can restore clear vision and open the door to a new way of seeing the world.
Sky Diver Jacob
An avid skydiver, Jakob was used to embracing unnerving situations, but he wanted to be sure he wouldn’t have to spend too long away from his favourite sport. Thankfully, he was a perfect candidate for the minimally invasive SMILE Pro surgery.
Not only did this mean we were able to correct his vision in a speedy procedure, but it also meant Jakob could be back to jumping out of a plane in a matter of days! And he did exactly that.
What’s more, he was able to do so while enjoying 4K high-definition vision without the discomfort of his contact lenses. This meant no more diving with dry or irritated eyes or the constant worry about losing a lens. Or, as he points out in his YouTube vlog on his experience, without faffing around in the bathroom when the apocalypse comes.
Read more about Jakob’s experience of SMILE Pro treatment at London Vision Clinic, and check out his vlog!
Sophie Milner
Sophie Milner, who is a well-known beauty blogger and a self-professed slave to fashion, also underwent SMILE treatment at London Vision Clinic – but for very different reasons.
With a hectic schedule and busy gym regime, Sophie was looking for a treatment that would cause as little disruption to her routine as possible. The speedy recovery times associated with SMILE Pro made it the perfect option. This meant less time without being able to apply makeup, go to the gym, or do any other everyday activities. Of course, working in fashion, being able to choose whether or not to wear glasses was an added bonus!
You can check out Sophie’s full story and video here.
Fleur DeForce
Laser Eye Surgery is often one of those things that many people spend a long time considering but consistently put off. For some, this might be due to misinformation around the procedure or the cost of treatment. But these weren’t going to stop health and beauty blogger Fleur DeForce from making her desired clear vision a reality.
Fleur had been considering Laser Eye Surgery for several years, even making it a New Year’s resolution several years ago. But after putting the procedure off, saving up for the procedure and finding a reputable clinic, she finally took the plunge in 2015. It was finally time to say goodbye to her -3 prescription.
To her amazement, the treatment took only a matter of minutes, and she was able to notice an almost immediate improvement in her vision. Just a few weeks later, Fleur couldn’t have been happier with her new and improved vision, courtesy of London Vision Clinic.
To learn more about Fleur’s Laser Eye journey, watch her vlog on the process here.
George Chesterton
George Chesterton, Managing Editor at GQ UK at the time, approached London Vision Clinic when he grew weary of his deteriorating vision caused by presbyopia (ageing eyes). Little did he know he was in for hair nets and teddy bears in a setting he described as a sort of “utopian science-fiction condo”.
But the most exciting part of George’s experience was ending more than 30 years of reliance on glasses and contact lenses. Having also developed presbyopia in more recent years, he had decided that enough was enough. The solution: PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision. Having experienced the incredible results of this revolutionary experience, George was only sad that he hadn’t gone ahead with treatment sooner.
George tells us more about his experience at London Vision Clinic in a video – watch here!
If you’d like to experience the wonder of Laser Eye Surgery for yourself, get in touch with one of our friendly clinic coordinators today – they’re always happy to talk you through the process! Alternatively, Book a Consultation to kickstart your journey to clear vision.
