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LASIK Recovery Timeline
People considering LASIK have so many questions: Will it hurt? Will I have perfect vision? Am I a good candidate? What can I expect during recovery? Do I ever have to go back for check ups? LASIK, the most advanced form of laser vision correction, has helped so many patients improve their vision and reduce […]
Questions About Astigmatism
If you have been told that you have astigmatism, you probably have questions. Or, maybe you heard, “a stigmatism.” It’s not a disease of the eye. It is a type of refractive error, like being near-sighted (myopia) or farsighted (hyperopia). Astigmatism affects your vision at all distances, but if it’s mild, you may only notice […]
Kamra Surgery Risks
The Kamra corneal inlay is an option for people who want freedom from reading glasses or bifocals. It is used to correct presbyopia, the vision loss that comes with age and makes it progressively more difficult to read and do close work. Kamra is designed for people who have good distance vision, and didn’t need […]
Cataract Surgery – The Cost
When you are faced with cataract surgery, one of the many questions that will cross your mind is whether or not you can afford the procedure. While most cataract surgeries are covered by Medicare or private insurance, some are not. The average cataract surgery costs approximately $3,400 per eye. You will have to determine whether […]
Chalazia and Styes – Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Styes Have you noticed a small, painful, red lump at the base of your eyelash or under your eyelid? You could be developing a stye. Styes are often caused by bacterial infections. They are categorized as: 1 – External hordelum These are styes that develop at the base of the eyelash usually as a result […]
Common Irritations and Problems from Wearing Contact Lenses
Wearing contact lenses comes with many benefits. However, there are also downsides to the revolutionary vision correction aid. The following are common irritations that can result from wearing contact lenses. 1 – Dry eyes Lubrication is essential for proper functioning of the eyes as well as comfort. Contact lenses are designed to contain varying volumes […]
