How Does LASIK Work?
If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you have probably given some thought to the convenience of waking up to perfect vision. Many people are turning that dream into reality of no longer searching for new expensive frames, keeping contact solution on hand or straining to watch your favorite TV show, by considering corrective eye…
Three Types of Cataracts
Cataracts are painless but gradually progressive. The lens of the eye refracts light (bends) allowing light rays into the eye to see. Cataracts block light from passing through the lens. When normal proteins in the lens start to breakdown, vision becomes cloudy. The lens of the eye is transparent and when a cataract progresses it…
Reasons to Have LASIK?
If you are struggling with vision problems because of a refractive error, LASIK surgery may be the right tool to improve your eyesight. By correcting nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism, LASIK can truly change your life. Some reasons why you may consider LASIK surgery are: Convenience – One of the most positive reasons to have LASIK…
How Quickly Can Cataracts Develop?
Most age-related cataracts typically develop over a span of years, so it’s a relatively slow process. How quickly a cataract develops does vary based on the individual. In fact, the speed of cataract development can even vary between the two eyes in the same person. While there is no scientific proof that you can slow…
Will I Need to Wear Sunglasses After LASIK Surgery?
Caring for your eyes after your LASIK procedure is vitally important. Your eyes will be extra sensitive to light for the first month after the LASIK surgery and you will be required to wear protective goggles and sunglasses following the procedure. On the day of your LASIK surgery, you will need to keep your eyes…