Testimonials

I have worn contacts since middle school and have always had problems with my vision. LASIK has finally made it possible for me to wake up in the mornings and have one less thing to worry about. The procedure was fast and painless; the results are life changing. I would recommend this surgery to anyone. LASIK surgery is one of the best decisions I have ever made! Now I see 20/20- all thanks to Dr. Bogart and his staff.

I have always had pretty sensitive eyes. I wouldn't say that I am a huge fan of objects in or around my eye area either. I was tired of wearing glasses and unable to wear contacts comfortably. I went in for a consultation with Dr. Bogart just to see what my options were. Before having surgery I couldn't really make out the big "E" on the eye chart. I was very nearsighted with astigmatism. Dr. Bogart decided that the safest option for someone with my prescription would be to have a surface procedure. I had Epi-K surgery performed on both eyes. I knew the healing process would take a little longer and that my vision would not be perfect right away. I also knew that there would be some more discomfort associated with the procedure. I was basically down for a weekend, not feeling like doing a whole lot of anything. At my first follow up visit, my vision was already 20/30. A huge improvement from what I was before surgery. I wore my sunglasses a lot because my eyes were sensitive to light. I hung in there, and at my next follow up appointment my vision was 20/20! Although Epi-K does have it's cons...it was well worth it! It is comforting to find a Doctor that you can trust and a staff that truly cares about you. I know that I had the safest procedure possible and if you see me in glasses now...they're SUNGLASSES!

What a difference PRK has made!!! Not having the constant aggravation and pain of contacts and glasses is life changing. Waking up every morning and being able to see the clock is nothing less than a miracle for me. I am so glad that I decided to have the surgery and I could not have picked a better place to have it done. Dr. Bogart and his staff were amazing!

I had needed glasses for a long time. Both my parents had them before they were ten. My brother has them. I could never bring myself to go in for an eye exam. The thing is, my eyesight wasn't horrible, but it wasn't sharp- I had trouble driving at night, couldn't see street signs and things like that. It wasn't just the thought of glasses; it was the general phobial that I have with Doctors. All this changed when I met Dr. Walt Bogart and the staff at Carolina Eye Center. The first time I went in, I felt at ease,...they explained why people need glasses, what happens to the eyes, and what LASIK does and how it fixes it. I had an exam, and ultimately I had the surgery done. The staff knew I was a tad apprehensive, and they were awesome too! My vision is crisp, clear, and I can even see at night! Honestly, LASIK for me, was a good choice. I can see road signs and even read scripts better!

To wake in the morning is a miracle! To wake up and be able to see the alarm clock without finding your glasses is another miracle! The list goes on and on� To be in the rain without it raining on your glasses, to walk in the cold and your glasses not fog. One of the most precious blessings is to be able to hug your grandchildren without your glasses hurting their heads. You can really hold life�s special joys close to your heart!

My husband and I had been wearing glasses for a long time. I was 13 and he was 40 when he first started wearing glasses, now we are in our 60�s. Stanley heard about Dr. Bogart from Tim Miller on the radio. After talking it over with one another and lots of prayer, we both decided to have our eyes corrected at the same time. We had our Mono Vision LASIK as an early Christmas present to one another. Before having any surgery, you have to really trust your Doctor, and we both trusted Dr. Bogart. I sing his praises to everyone! It is a painlessly quick procedure. We both are very grateful to Dr. Bogart and his caring, friendly and professional staff.

- Stanley & Lucy Slice

My first pair of glasses was prescribed for me in 1980. I really wanted to have LASIK surgery, but I was concerned that I would not be able to afford it. I researched my health care options and found that Carolina Eye Center was one of the most recommended LASIK facilities. I made a phone call just to inquire about pricing - little did I know that less than a month later, I would be seeing without the aid of my contacts or glasses. I was able to apply for a program called CareCredit that would finally allow me to afford eye surgery. I was welcomed by a very friendly staff that took great care of me from the moment I walked in. I was assured that there was nothing to be afraid of and I would be able to continue doing the things I love. I work at a computer all day, I play in smoky clubs on the weekends, and I ride my motorcycle as much as possible. The day of my surgery was full of anticipation! I was led into a room that I could literally only see figures in white coats and before I even got up from the table I could see each of the person�s faces around me. My jaw was surely wide open because I could not believe I could see so clearly, so quickly! Because I had the PRK procedure, occasionally there was some slight discomfort, but nothing a little more sleep and medication couldn�t take care of. I was back at work in no time with my cool shades on and I had absolutely no problems with my eyes. I cannot give a high enough recommendation to the wonderful group of people at Carolina Eye Center. I have been pleased with everything from day one and look forward to my next visit.

We are Photographers. We make our living with our eyes. So, when it was time to get them laser corrected, we went to the very best! Dr. Walt Bogart of the Carolina Eye Center is on of the most experienced eye surgeons in the midlands. He has performed more than 18,000 refractive procedures. Their state of the art equipment ensures the very best results! My vision was corrected to 20/15! Becki is corrected to 20/10!

It's been just over six months since I received my LASIK surgery from the Carolina Eye Center. No words can ever explain how my life has changed since the procedure. Having LASIK is so much more than not having to wear glasses, my personal and professional life changed. I feel better about myself and my relationship with others. I have a new found confidence unlike anything I've ever experienced. From the beginning, your staff lead me every step of the way with care and individual attention. I count the decision to have LASIK performed one of the best I've made, however; to have LASIK performed by you and your staff is one of God's blessings. I can't thank you enough for all you have done.

Before LASIK, I was barely able to count fingers in front of my face. After LASIK, I am 20/20 and loving it! The staff at Carolina Eye Center were extremely helpful and answered all of my questions. If you are dreaming about a life without contacts; with out glasses....try LASIK...I'm glad I did!

Before I had LASIK surgery, I was seeing 20/400, practically counting fingers. Now, less than 1 month after surgery, I am seeing 20/20. How do I feel about my new life without glasses? It is fantastic! I feel a boost of confidence and I am enjoying life thoroughly. I am glad I had the surgery and would do it again in a heartbeat. I thank God for guiding Dr. Bogart�s hand during the procedure and allowing me to shed the burdensome glasses that I wore for so long. I am confident that Dr. Bogart will have many more successful LASIK surgeries, with the Lord�s help in aiding others like myself. I thank my parents who stood by me with my decision. It was comforting to know they had taken time away from their busy schedules, to be with me. I highly recommend LASIK with Allegretto Wavefront Technology to all who wish to shed their corrective lenses. Not everyone is a candidate for LASIK surgery, but...how will you know, unless you ask and see?

LASIK Surgery has given me freedom! Freedom to choose any pair of sunglasses I want! Dr. Bogart performed LASIK surgery on both of my eyes for distance and astigmatism. I went from seeing 20/100 in both eyes to 20/20! Prior to having LASIK surgery, one of the most annoying things about having to wear glasses was driving. The sun was constantly shining in my eyes, and a visor would only shield so much. Now I have so many sunglasses, it's hard to choose which pair I want to wear! I remember working in the yard and the constant fogging up, slipping off my nose, and using my shirt tail to clean them- causing them to become scratched. I am so glad I elected to have LASIK surgery and would recommend it to anyone who is tired of wearing glasses and contacts inorder to enjoy life.

I guess you could say that Jennifer was my "Guinea Pig." After seeing how well her LASIK surgery went, I decided to have my own eyes treated. Dr. Bogart recommended Mono Vision LASIK because I was over the age of 40. Before surgery, I could not see at all without my glasses; and with my glasses on, I found myself pulling them off to read. I don't have to wear glasses at all anymore, not even to read. I have complete confidence in Dr. Bogart and his staff. Most of all, I love my new eyes! No doubt, LASIK surgery was the best money I have ever spent.

I wanted to lose my glasses, but I didn't qualify for LASIK. At the Carolina Eye Center they have a variety of solutions for almost every type of eye. Take me for instance...before my surgery I was worthless with out my glasses. Thanks to Dr. Bogart and his team, I was able to have the Epi-K procedure and now I am seeing 20/15! Plus, the Doctor who sees you first, is the one who performs surgery, and they one who sees you last. I like that!

I am a Black Belt Instructor, Certified in the Art of Kenpo Self-Defense. With laser vision correction I no longer have to worry about injury to my students or myself. A clarity needed to focus on Self-Defense.

I had required vision correction since I was 10 years old, and I remember being embarrassed to wear glasses as a child. When I turned 12, my parents let me start wearing contacts-which I thought was the best thing ever. Within the last four years, I haven't been able to wear contact lenses due to irritation. I debated for about a year before I finally decided that I was tired of wearing glasses all the time. I found that glasses limited my ability to function and participate in things that I enjoy most in life. Initially, I was very nervous about having LASIK surgery. My greatest fear was that it would be painful-and boy, do I wish I would've done it a long time ago, because I didn't feel a thing! To look back and realize that before I had surgery, my vision in my right eye was 20/80 and my vision in my left eye was 20/200, it is truly amazing to have 20/15 vision in both eyes! The surgery was painless and I had immediate results. There are so many advantages to having LASIK-going to the lake and seeing without the hassle of glasses, playing with my kids and not having to worry about my glasses getting knocked off my face, not having to constantly clean my glasses all day long. Not having to wear glasses has boosted my self-esteem and best of all...it has saved me a lot of money!

I received LASIK eye surgery from my parents as a Christmas gift. It was a much needed gift; one I had been needing for years. After the procedure, it was a world of difference, like seeing the whole world in Hi-Def.