5 Qualities to Look For in a LASIK Surgeon
One of the most important things to consider when thinking about getting any kind of surgery is finding out what your surgeon is like. Trust is crucial when dealing with something as serious as your body’s health, and even if it is a surgery as safe and reliable as LASIK, your eyesight is still a…
Read MoreWhat Happens if I Don’t Treat My Cataracts?
For many, vision loss associated with cataracts is just a part of aging, along with gray hair and wrinkles. In most cases, cataracts begin to develop after the age of 40, with the chance of cataracts developing increasing with age. What Is A Cataract? A cataract develops when the natural lens of the eye becomes…
Read More7 Questions to Ask Your LASIK Surgeon
You’ve got an appointment for a LASIK consultation, and it’s time to come up with the questions to ask your prospective surgeon to find out if they are the right fit for you. Read on for 7 questions to ask, and the answers you should receive. 1. How long have you been performing refractive surgery?…
Read MoreTraditional vs. Modern Cataract Surgery
50 percent of people over the age of 60 develop cataracts. Even though it is a common condition, the effect cataracts have on vision can be debilitating. Luckily, there is an option for people with cataracts — having the cataract removed, and the lens replaced with an artificial one. Cataract surgery is a relatively simple…
Read MoreIs Your Cornea Thick Enough for LASIK?
If you’re tired of having to wear glasses or contacts, you may be considering LASIK surgery. LASIK is a good option for people to correct their vision in a permanent way and most adults in good health qualify. However, there are some factors that may make LASIK surgery potentially harmful— one of the big ones…
Read MoreCan LASIK Get Rid of Floaters?
LASIK surgery is only used to fix a few problems, but those few problems happen to be extremely common. While LASIK is certainly amazing at what it’s used for, it can’t fix everything. There is a big misconception that LASIK can be used to correct a multitude of vision problems or diseases, and this, unfortunately,…
Read MoreSpring Is Here, and So Are Seasonal Eye Allergies
Spring means warmer and longer days, and that summer is right around the corner. As exciting as that may be, it also means that spring allergies are on their way. If you suffer from seasonal allergies every spring, you understand how uncomfortable and frustrating they can be. If you already have dry eye syndrome, these…
Read MoreCan Cataract Surgery Prolong Your Life?
If you are considering cataract surgery, chances are you’re doing it to improve your vision. Being able to see the things and people around you is invaluable, and many of our patients are excited to live a life independent of glasses. But did you know that cataract surgery can improve more than just your…
Read MoreLASIK Surgery Aftercare FAQs
LASIK surgery is often regarded as an incredibly easy procedure with no recovery necessary. While we are the first to tell you that the recovery after LASIK surgery is quite easy when compared to other medical procedures, it’s not to be brushed off. LASIK surgery still comes with its share of possible side effects, and…
Read MoreWhat to Expect During Cataract Surgery
Decades ago, when your grandparents were getting cataract surgery, the surgery was much more involved. It required a long procedure and a lengthy hospital stay and recovery. Complication rates were also much higher. Because of this, we find that a lot of people are hesitant to undergo what their parents and grandparents experienced. This is…
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