Why Should You Get LASIK Instead of Glasses?

Not many people are happy when told that they need an eyeglass prescription to see properly. As children, we may have fantasized about wearing those thick-rimmed glasses that made others look intellectual and cool. However, those who need glasses to see know better....

How to Choose the Right LASIK Surgeon

Deciding to opt for surgery is a huge undertaking for a patient. One must be thoroughly informed of what he or she is signing up for. This is critical with any surgery, even routine procedures such as LASIK. LASIK surgery can change your life for the better, offering...

Benefits of Premium Intraocular Lens (IOLs)

As we age, we start to notice many changes in our bodies. One of these changes includes changes in eyesight. One of the most common eye conditions that many people face in their older age is cataracts. Cataracts cause blurry, distorted vision, and in their most...

All About Astigmatism

Astigmatism is an abnormality in the shape of the cornea. This irregularity makes it so light does not properly focus onto the retina, causing blurry vision. Astigmatism is an extremely common refractive error, affecting millions of Americans of all ages. Astigmatism...

LASIK for Athletes: Is It Beneficial?

Sports and other athletic activities require a certain amount of freedom from contact lenses and eye glasses. Many athletes find that it is difficult to do their best when they rely on contact lenses during their games, or if they have to leave their eyeglasses...

Laser Cataract Surgery: Is it Safe and Effective?

  The number of cataract surgeries performed in the United States each year nears 1.5 million, and is expected to grow in the coming years. Further analysis of this data revealed that one in three Americans over the age of 60 will undergo cataract surgery. While...