Pre Wedding LASIK Rave
Brides spend weeks getting ready for their big day. From getting the logistics in order to getting physically ready with diets, manicures, hairdos, and waxes, a wedding is a special day and every woman wants to look and feel her best. But what about your eyes? After all, they are the window to the soul….
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Protecting Your Eyes From the Sun
For months we wait for summer… the warm weather, longer days, vacations, and the sun. And just as important as water and sunblock is something many people forget: sunglasses. Although important any time of year, it is extremely important to protect your eyes from the sun during summer months when spending more time outdoors. Any…
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LASIK and the Military
LASIK Surgery and The Military Personnel Military personnel must be in tip-top physical condition, and fumbling with glasses or contacts can be a burden to the duties of the job. The ability to see is important for all those serving in our armed forces. Traditionally, military personnel were restricted from having LASIK surgery because of…
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How to Pay For Your LASIK Eye Surgery
How Will I Pay for LASIK Eye Surgery? Many people avoid even considering LASIK eye surgery because of their perceptions about cost. LASIK, however, should be a medical decision or lifestyle choice, rather than a financial decision. It is important to consider quality while thinking about LASIK, but the surgery can often be less expensive than…
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Differences Between LASIK and PRK
LASIK vs. PRK If you are considering sight-corrective surgery, you have probably heard of LASIK and PRK. But what are they? What are the differences and advantages or disadvantages to each? PRK (Photorefractive keratectomy) and LASIK (Laser-Assisted in-Situ Keratomileusis) are both laser eye surgeries. PRK does not create a corneal flap, which is what allows faster healing in LASIK…
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LASIK For Dogs?
Yes, you read that correctly. Laser eye surgery, or corrective eye surgery, is available for dogs and other pets. This is often confused with Lasix, a brand name of a diuretic for pets. Dogs often suffer from glaucoma and cataracts as they age, making it difficult and sometimes impossible for them to see. Glaucoma is…
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Understanding Astigmatism
Understanding Astigmatism A common misconception about astigmatism is that it is a disease. It is just an irregularity in the eye – a cornea or lens that is not symmetrical – and is very easy to treat. A ‘normal’ eye’s cornea is shaped like a basketball. An eye with astigmatism is shaped more like a…
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Understanding the Difference – Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist
Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist Both start with the letter ‘O’ and both are eye doctors… so what’s the difference? Ophthalmologists are physicians, having gone to medical school and offer complete eye care services. Optometrists are medical professionals but not physicians. They focus on eye care and can prescribe glasses or contacts. Here are the different services…
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LASIK For Pilots and Astronauts
Poor or less than perfect vision used to restrict many candidates from becoming either a pilot or an astronaut. Recently, the Air Force and Navy have implemented a policy allowing individuals who have had LASIK to become pilots. Previously, those who have had corrective eye surgery were disqualified from flight and navigator training. Aspiring pilots now have…
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Having Trouble With Dry Eyes?
Dry Eyes Your eyes depend on lubrication and moisture to maintain comfort and proper vision. Sometimes an imbalance in the natural tear system of your eye can cause the eye to stop producing this lubrication and result in dry eyes. Common Causes of Dry Eyes Symptoms of Dry Eyes When tears do not adequately lubricate…
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