Having dry eyes can be frustrating. Dry eyes can affect your vision, cause burning and stinging, excessive watering, and even make it feel like you have something in your eye. But what causes your eyes to get dry in the first place?
Can I Afford LASIK?
For some patients, the cost of the LASIK procedure can deter them from moving forward with it. But believe it or not, LASIK is affordable, especially when compared to the cost of glasses, contacts and accessories. In your lifetime, you could spend nearly $36,000 on...
Importance of Blinking
You usually don’t think about it when you do it, but blinking is important to keep your eyes healthy. On average, you blink 15 to 20 times a minute, which adds up to about 1,200 times an hour. So why is it so important to blink all the time? Why do you have to...
How Long is LASIK Recovery?
The thought of a procedure can be scary. But fortunately, LASIK patients experience minimal discomfort during and after the procedure, and many patients can resume normal activity within a few days. What to Expect During LASIK Recovery Most patients notice that...
Risk of Infections with Contacts vs. LASIK
Wearing contacts is an option for patients who don’t want to worry about wearing glasses; however, patients who wear contacts are more susceptible to infection than those patients who opt to have the LASIK procedure. Higher Risk of Infection with Contacts The Patient...
Timeliness and Cost Effectiveness of LASIK
Some people may think that LASIK eye surgery is a large and time-consuming expense, but long-term, it could actually save you time and money by not worrying about glasses and contacts. Cost of LASIK Compared to Glasses and Contacts On average, buying contact...
LASIK During Childbearing Years
A woman’s childbearing years are some of the most active years, which is why it is such a great time to have LASIK. You don’t want to worry about glasses or contacts when you’re playing with your kids or getting up in the middle of the night to feed them! If you’re...
Fun Facts About Your Eyes
We use our eyes for nearly everything we do, but we sometimes take them for granted. To show you just how important your eyes are and how hard they work, here are some fun facts about your eyes. The most active muscles in your body are the ones that move your...
Patient Reported Outcomes with LASIK (PROWL) Study Overview
LASIK was approved by the FDA in 1998, and in 2009, the FDA began conducting a study of Patient Reported Outcomes with LASIK (PROWL) to better understand potential risks and success related to LASIK procedure. Patients filled out online questionnaires regarding their...
Keep Your Eyes Healthy!
You use your eyes for virtually everything you do, so keeping them healthy is a must. You only get one pair of eyes, so it’s important to take care of them! Below is a list of ways to keep your eyes healthy. Get Regular Eye Exams Even if you think your vision...