LASIK Pros and Cons: Expert Advice if You’re on the Fence

LASIK Pros and Cons: Expert Advice if You’re on the Fence

If you’re tired of wearing contacts or glasses every day, you may be considering LASIK. Whether you have an active lifestyle and glasses get in the way, or you’re simply ready to stop reaching for your contact lenses each morning, you’re not alone: LASIK is the most...
Can Diabetics Get LASIK?

Can Diabetics Get LASIK?

For people who rely on contacts or glasses to see clearly, laser eye surgery is an attractive option. LASIK can achieve 20/20 vision or better, meaning you could eliminate or greatly reduce the need for lenses. But like most procedures, LASIK isn’t for everyone. ...
UV Safety Post LASIK Surgery

UV Safety Post LASIK Surgery

Protecting your vision against harmful UV rays is important to lower the risk for sun- related eye disease, and is especially important for those who’ve recently undergone LASIK surgery. For people who have had LASIK surgery, it’s especially critical to avoid UV...
Is LASIK Safe for Athletes?

Is LASIK Safe for Athletes?

If you play sports or lead an active lifestyle, we know eyeglasses and contacts can be a nuisance. For contact sports, high-impact workouts, or rugged outdoor activities, glasses are particularly likely to get in the way. From broken lenses, to frames that just won’t...
LASIK vs. PRK: Which Should You Get?

LASIK vs. PRK: Which Should You Get?

If you have nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, you may be considering laser eye surgery to correct your vision. Two of the most common options are LASIK and PRK. While both procedures can achieve the goal of 20/20 vision (or better) in most patients, the...
Common LASIK Myths and Fears Debunked

Common LASIK Myths and Fears Debunked

LASIK, or Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis, is a common procedure that reshapes the cornea to correct vision. Refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism (misshapen cornea) can be treated with LASIK. The entire...