woman about to have lasik twice

Can You Have LASIK Twice?

LASIK is a long-term solution for the refractive errors that cause nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. It works by adjusting the shape of the cornea so that light is focused directly onto the retina. Unfortunately, LASIK isn’t always a permanent solution. A small minority of people may have to have LASIK performed again later in life to continue … Read more

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What Lasik Procedure Is Right for Me?

If you are tired of wearing glasses and contacts, Lasik is a great option to improve and restore your vision. It is the most effective treatment option as it is long-lasting and can drastically improve your vision. The benefits of the procedure go beyond just restoring your eyesight as you no longer have to deal … Read more

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Athletes Who Have Had LASIK

 LASIK is an advanced type of laser eye surgery that helps patients achieve perfect vision without glasses or contacts. If you struggle with low or failing vision, whether it is difficult for you to see at great distances or close-up sights, you may be a great candidate for this long-lasting procedure. So let’s look at some athletes who … Read more

What does 20/20 vision mean?

What Does 20/20 Vision Mean?

We have all heard those lucky people who have never needed to wear glasses or contacts brag about their 20/20 vision. But what does that really mean? Most of the time, people claiming to have it don’t even know. The truth is that there is no such thing as perfect vision. All vision is relative. … Read more

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Can my Eyesight Improve Naturally?

Sight is a precious sense that most of us take for granted. It is key to the way most human beings function as social, omnivorous predators. Therefore, it is no surprise that our society prizes good eyesight above every other sense. Not even our hearing comes under as much scrutiny as our ability to see without corrective lenses. Fortunately, if you do notice that your eyesight seems to be deteriorating, then there may be something you can do to stop or even have your eyesight improve.

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Best Ways to Improve Your Vision Today

Most people start to develop some issues with their vision as they age. This usually starts to occur around our 40’s-50’s and is most commonly found as poor vision at close distances, which is why so many older adults require reading glasses. However, of course, you may also develop the inability to see things far … Read more

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Adjusting to New Glasses: What You Can Expect

Getting a new pair of glasses is an exciting time for any established owner of imperfect vision. New frames present an opportunity to reinvent your style and, by extension, yourself. Unfortunately, new glasses can take some time to get used to. Headaches and visual distortion are both par for the course in the first few … Read more

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Can Lasik Fix Cataracts?

Cataracts are a fairly common condition among Americans. It affects more than 24.4 million Americans over the age of forty. Approximately half of all Americans ages 75 or older have cataracts. Due to a large number of people suffering from cataracts, treatment technology is making leaps and bounds. You may have heard of Lasik eye … Read more

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Why Does LASIK Cause Dry Eye? (And How to Remedy It)

One of the most advanced and progressive vision correction procedures today is LASIK eye surgery. LASIK provides an opportunity to improve eyesight without the use of a blade. At Advanced Eye Medical, we specialize in laser-based procedures that can improve the state of your eyes without the need to cut into them. It’s one of … Read more

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Why is Your Vision Getting Worse?

Have you recently been experiencing symptoms of worsening vision? There may be an underlying reason for your new symptoms. It’s time to learn about the natural decline of eyesight, and what steps are available for you to fight it! To get in touch with a top eye doctor in Orange County and for more on … Read more