I had my one month check up at Ultralase on Friday.
My appointment was at 5pm, I got there about 15mins early and was seen straightaway. It took all of three minutes before I was on my way home again! It went like this: in, asked if I had any complications (no), eye test, look at eyes under microscope, told they look perfect, asked if I have any questions (no), told I can now live my life as normal, told to re-book last appointment for in 5 months time, sent home!
I was delighted to find out that my eyes are now two lines better than 20/20 - better vision than I ever had with glasses. The woman I saw told me that my vision is in the top 5% of the population - the level required by Fighter Pilots. "You've got better vision than me!" She said. "Ah but I've paid for it!" I replied. "Easily the best money I ever spent."
I have the eyes of a fighter pilot! I can't get over it. I keep making pathetic 'piao piao' gun noises to remind everyone of this fact. Hey it keeps me entertained!
I know laser eye surgery doesn't go this fantastically for everyone. I read plenty of stories when I was researching the subject. I heard of people who went from needing one pair of glasses to needing two or three (e.g. different pairs for reading, driving, and middle distance). But I can't possibly put into words how glad I am that I went through with the surgery.
Even if my vision begins to deteriorate - which considering Ultralase offer a lifetime re-treatment guarantee won't be a problem - but if they do deteriorate at the same kind of rate they did in glasses that should mean probably 10/15 years before I reach the stage where I need to worry about driving.
If I don't sound enthusiastic any longer, it's because it feels normal to have perfect vision. It's just every now and again a little bubble bursts inside me and I go, "The eyes of a fighter pilot! Wow! Piao piao!"
My appointment was at 5pm, I got there about 15mins early and was seen straightaway. It took all of three minutes before I was on my way home again! It went like this: in, asked if I had any complications (no), eye test, look at eyes under microscope, told they look perfect, asked if I have any questions (no), told I can now live my life as normal, told to re-book last appointment for in 5 months time, sent home!
I was delighted to find out that my eyes are now two lines better than 20/20 - better vision than I ever had with glasses. The woman I saw told me that my vision is in the top 5% of the population - the level required by Fighter Pilots. "You've got better vision than me!" She said. "Ah but I've paid for it!" I replied. "Easily the best money I ever spent."
I have the eyes of a fighter pilot! I can't get over it. I keep making pathetic 'piao piao' gun noises to remind everyone of this fact. Hey it keeps me entertained!
I know laser eye surgery doesn't go this fantastically for everyone. I read plenty of stories when I was researching the subject. I heard of people who went from needing one pair of glasses to needing two or three (e.g. different pairs for reading, driving, and middle distance). But I can't possibly put into words how glad I am that I went through with the surgery.
Even if my vision begins to deteriorate - which considering Ultralase offer a lifetime re-treatment guarantee won't be a problem - but if they do deteriorate at the same kind of rate they did in glasses that should mean probably 10/15 years before I reach the stage where I need to worry about driving.
If I don't sound enthusiastic any longer, it's because it feels normal to have perfect vision. It's just every now and again a little bubble bursts inside me and I go, "The eyes of a fighter pilot! Wow! Piao piao!"
2 comments:
Hi Elslin, congratulations on your successful surgery. I just randomly came across your blog as I Googled "Optimax vs Ultralase" and I've enjoyed reading all your posts regarding your experience.
I have my consultation with Ultralase this Friday and I think after reading your posts, I too will stick with Ultralase.
Let's hope I too can achieve fighter pilot vision after my surgery, piao piao ;-)
cheers,
Shak
Thanks for the feedback, I'm glad you've enjoyed reading my waffle! I really hope it goes well for you. My best tip would be to try and concentrate on healing well after your op - it's tempting to try and look around at everything but resting really is important. I took vitamin c tablets to aid healing quickly (start taking this a few days before surgery to kick start it), and Omega 3 capsules to prevent dry eyes (start taking these as soon as possible). I'm convinced these helped me. Good luck!
Elxxx
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