Beverley Pennekett’s AVC Testimonial

• Posted by admin
• 9th July 2010
• in AVC Procedures, Clear Lens Exchange, Testimonials, Treatments

Name: Beverley Pennekett

Treatment received at AVC: Clear Lens Exchange Multifocal

Why you decided to have treatment

I have worn contact lenses for around 30 years. I was perfectly happy with my vision, although I had started to need to wear glasses occasionally for close work. I thought that surgery probably wasn’t worthwhile as I expected that I would still need to wear glasses for close work. However, my eyes suddenly became intolerant to the gas permeable lenses, and although I was able to wear soft lenses, I found that the vision was poor and my eyes were very dry. I made an appointment with AVC to investigate the possibility of laser treatment and learned that, while this wasn’t really an option for me, Clear Lens Exchange was.

How was the AVC experience?

The treatment was painless and very easy. The procedure was explained carefully so that I was fully aware of what to expect. I was perfectly comfortable during the procedure itself (30 years of wearing contact lenses have left me with very little squeamishness about my eyes!) which took around 20 minutes. I left the operating room perfectly conscious and I had immediate improvement in my vision.

How has your life changed post-treatment?

I love my new eyes! I can wake in the morning and see the clock and admire the pattern on the curtains without having to search for my specs (although that particular habit took a little time to lose). At work I can read presentations. Plus, (added bonus!), I can read any paperwork I’m given. When I play golf I can see my ball rather than having to rely on others to spot it for me. When I swim I don’t have to worry about getting my face wet and possibly losing a lens.