You may have heard warning from your parents, or grandparents, about cataracts when you were younger. They may have spoken about how staring into the sun for too long, or not properly shielding your eyes from the elements may cause permanent damage that will lead to cataracts. While there is an element of truth to … Read more
If you are on the verge of having iLASIK, you’re probably excited that the road ahead will be paved with clear vision and the freedom from contacts or glasses. Safe, effective, and blade-free, it’s an advanced type of laser eye surgery that has a lot of advantages to offer its patients. That being said, people … Read more
When it comes to something as precious as your vision, it’s only natural to want the best. This undeniably remains the case when venturing to improve it with surgery. However, quite frankly, not every vision correction technique is made equal. By comparing iLASIK with traditional LASIK surgery, it’s easy to see that one procedure has … Read more
We’ve all heard Shakespeare’s saying “the eyes are the window to the soul.” However, some “windows” are harder to see through than others. Improved vision can have a significant impact on our lives, so it makes sense to find the best surgeon possible to handle your vision correction surgery. However, it’s important to find a … Read more
Whether you have just undergone monovision LASIK or other monovision correction, or you’re discussing the procedure with your eye care specialist, you’re probably wondering how long it will take your eyes to adjust. As you are probably aware, monovision correction is the process by which the dominant eye is adjusted for distance vision, and the … Read more
Even with glasses or contact lenses, your vision deteriorates over time. Declining eye conditions can be caused by various factors: long hours under the sun without sunglasses, gazing at screens or cellphones, even studying under dim light. Sometimes your eyes just weaken with age. While you may have glasses, your prescription might not be adequate … Read more
As long as they are working fine, your eyes are probably a part of your body that you take for granted. We all feel that way, but have you ever stopped to think about how the eye works and what you need to know about your vision, to preserve it for a lifetime? Your eyes … Read more
Today’s work environment requires many to stare at a computer screen for long periods of time. It is important to take care of your vision before you schedule Lasik eye surgery. Staring at a monitor for long hours can affect your vision because of the strain placed on your eyes. Exercise your Eyes Remember to … Read more
The iLasik procedure continues to reign as one of the most revolutionary laser vision correction surgeries worldwide. When patients come in for a consultation, they often question if it is the right procedure for them. Though it is expected that only you and your ophthalmologist can make that decision, you should always consider your options. … Read more
A new study shows that drinking more than three cups of coffee a day can increase the risk of developing glaucoma. The Harvard study, published in Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science, revealed that heavy consumption of caffeinated coffee is associated to developing exfoliation glaucoma, an eye disease that affects nearly 10 percent of adults above … Read more