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Why Is Cataract Surgery Performed One Eye at a Time?

Cataract surgery is very common, safe, and effective. Millions of people undergo cataract surgery every year and report great satisfaction with the results. In many cases, people need to have cataract surgery on both eyes. However, eye doctors prefer to operate on one eye at a time and schedule a second surgery several weeks after […]

June 25, 2024

6 Reasons Why You Should Consider LASIK This Spring

Have you wanted to schedule your LASIK surgery but need that extra little nudge? Spring is a fantastic season for LASIK surgery for so many reasons.  Keep reading to learn six reasons why you should consider LASIK this spring! Spring Ahead Right Now With LASIK  LASIK surgery in March or April, or even May, means […]

March 8, 2023

Can the Vivity Lens Reduce My Dependence on Glasses?

The Vivity lens is a popular choice for those who desire crisp vision after cataract surgery. It’s a brand new cutting-edge lens approved by the FDA in 2020.  Only available through a few select practices, the Laser Eye Center is among one of the first fifty practices offering this advanced technology to patients. Keep reading […]

July 11, 2022

3 Reasons To Get a Premium IOL

Intraocular lenses, or IOLs, replace your natural lenses during cataract surgery. They determine the quality of your vision after cataract surgery. The lens handles a significant part of your eye’s focusing power. An essential part of the procedure is selecting an IOL, and there is a wide variety to choose from. For some people, the […]

July 8, 2021

Want LASIK? Your Tax Return Could Help!

Are you ready to get rid of your glasses once and for all? LASIK could be your solution. But did you go to your eye doctor and discover that LASIK is an elective procedure? Did you learn that your health insurance may not cover it?  Are you unsure how you’ll pay for it? Keep reading […]

March 24, 2021

5 Things That Make LASIK Worth The Investment

Making the decision on whether to have LASIK can be a difficult one. For most people, the benefits that come with LASIK outweigh the costs. Check out these five things that make LASIK surgery worth the investment! 1. Lose the contacts and glasses Glasses and contacts can be difficult to manage. Who enjoys having glasses […]

September 16, 2020

What Special Training Do Cataract Surgeons Need?

When you need cataract surgery, it makes sense to want the most qualified person to perform the procedure. The very idea of eye surgery causes some anxiety for valid reasons! You can rest assured that any eye doctor performing cataract surgery has undergone nearly a decade of comprehensive and rigorous training. Cataract surgeons must be board-certified […]

June 12, 2024

What Happens During the LASIK Procedure?

LASIK is a speedy and safe procedure using laser surgery to correct your vision. You’ll experience reduced dependence on glasses and contacts after LASIK, and because recovery is swift, it will cause little disruption in your life.  If you are planning on having LASIK or are interested in the procedure, it’s best to know what […]

February 24, 2023

What is Cataract Surgery Recovery Like?

Though cataract surgery is a minimally-invasive procedure with a short recovery time, as with any other surgery, it’s wise to give yourself plenty of downtime afterward. It’s best to plan on taking a few days off from work.  While you’ll be back to most of your normal activities relatively shortly, the healing process takes a […]

June 22, 2022