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Tips for Choosing the Right Lens After Cataract Surgery

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Cataract surgery is a common and effective procedure for treating cataracts, a condition where the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy. One important aspect of cataract surgery is choosing the right lens implant, also known as an intraocular lens (IOL). The choice of lens depends on several factors, including the patient’s visual needs, lifestyle, […]

The Best Way to Reduce Pterygium Recurrence

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If you’ve noticed that you have a clear triangular growth on the surface of your eye, it may be a pterygium. To address this growth, we may recommend surgical pterygium removal. To ensure that the chances of recurrence are very low, we use state-of-the-art AmnioGraft® tissue grafting. What Is a Pterygium? To explain what a […]

How Does IntraLase LASIK Work?

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Patients considering LASIK procedures often wonder how IntraLase LASIK works. This state-of-the-art technique is also called bladeless LASIK or all-laser LASIK. Many people prefer IntraLase over traditional LASIK because of its high degree of precision, faster healing process, and low chance of complications. Traditional LASIK involves the use of a microkeratome, which is a thin […]

How Do I Know If I Have Diabetic Retinopathy?

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Diabetic retinopathy is a health condition that severely affects a person’s vision. It can also cause a number of additional vision issues, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular edema, and retinal detachment. If it is not treated in time, diabetic retinopathy can result in blindness. Early treatment of diabetic retinopathy is key when it comes to preventing […]

Which Wrinkles Can Botox Address?

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Patients looking for non-surgical age line reduction often wonder exactly which wrinkles Botox can address. Botox is a highly versatile injectable neuromodulator treatment that can address a wide variety of wrinkles by relaxing contracted facial muscles. Relaxing these muscles allows the skin to lie flat, creating a smooth and youthful appearance for the treated area. […]

Finding the Best LASIK Doctor

When the time comes to undergo a LASIK procedure, your choice of surgeon will be the most important consideration. Each surgeon is different, so make sure you find one that understands your goals and uses the correct approach. Here is a brief look at the essential qualities your LASIK doctor should have. When It Comes […]

How Can I Regrow My Eyelashes?

Small eyelashes are the bane of every woman. Every lady out there would love to have longer lashes with the least amount of work possible. This is where Latisse steps in. Latisse is able to address brittle, pale, and thin lashes, along with missing lashes. Patients with hypotrichosis can benefit a great deal from this […]

Is the Epi-LASIK Method Right for Me?

LASIK is a well-known laser vision-correction treatment. It involves the use of lasers to correct vision problems like short-sightedness and long-sightedness. The Epi-LASIK Method Epi-LASIK is a laser vision refractive surgery treatment that is similar to LASIK. It is used to rectify sight disorders and can help a person reduce their dependency on glasses and […]

5 Ways to Help Maintain Good Vision as You Get Older

Most adults start experiencing issues with their vision between their mid-40s and early 50s. This is more common among adults who’ve spent a lot of time reading and working on computers. One of the biggest challenges that those between the ages of 40 and 60 experience is poor vision at close distances.  You can wear […]

Finding It Hard to Focus on Objects at Close Distances? You May Have Presbyopia

Presbyopia is a condition characterized by the inability to focus on objects that are close to you. It is a condition that increases in severity over the course of time as you age. Most people tend to develop the condition beyond the age of 40. People who have it often experience problems reading small print. […]

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