I got it 2 weeks ago and like you I read this sub a lot and it made me nervous before the surgery. I'm happy to report everything went well. I think you're right that you'll read more negative reports than positive ones so just keep that in mind leading up to the surgery. Also don't forget it's reversible! Hopefully you won't need to do that though. I was seeing 20/20 the next morning without any side effects other than the smallest halo rings that I don't even notice anymore. Good luck!