by EyeLASIK | Sep 14, 2015 | better vision, eye health
Did you know you can take certain vitamins and supplements specific for eye health? It’s true! In fact, these vitamins and supplements can even help delay or entirely prevent eye problems and disease. But what nutrients do you eyes need and what supplements should you take? Today, we’re hoping to give you more information on vitamins for your eyes!
Before deciding which vitamins you should take for your eye health, you should take a look at your multivitamin. You may already be taking most of the nutrients you need. If that’s the case, it would be unnecessary to take any additional supplements. If any of the below vitamins are not included in your multivitamin, you can purchase them individually.
Find out which vitamins are best for the health of your eyes!
Vitamins For Your Eyes:
- Vitamin C-250 mg
- Vitamin E-200 mg
- Zeaxanthin-500 mcg
- Selenium-100 mcg
- Zinc-25 mg
- Beta-carotene-5,000 IU
- Folic Acid-800 mcg
- Lutein-10 mg
- Selenium-100 mcg
- Calcium-500 mg
- Thiamin-2 mg
- N-acetyl cysteine-100 mg
- Alpha Lipoic Acid-100 mg
When taken regularly, the vitamins above can decrease the risk (and progression) of age-related macular degeneration, reduce the risk of vision loss, and even prevent chronic dry eye syndrome. In fact, most of these vitamins have multiple benefits, including contributing to bone and skin health.
At Eye LASIK Midland, we want to keep your eyes healthy and your vision clear! For more information about LASIK, or to request a FREE consultation, contact us!
by EyeLASIK | Sep 3, 2015 | Eye LASIK
At Eye LASIK Midland, we want to do everything in our power to give you the best LASIK results. One of the ways we do this is by offering Wavefront LASIK.
Discover the advantages of Wavefront LASIK
This system leads the industry for outstanding wavefront acquisition and diagnostic capabilities. Fast and powerful, the WaveScan System delivers unprecedented measurement accuracy. We feel there are many advantages of Wavefront LASIK in terms of quality of your vision.
Advantages of Wavefront
- There’s a greater chance you will achieve shaper twenty-twenty vision.
- There is a greater chance that you will get better vision than twenty-twenty.
- There is a lower chance of losing the optimal correction for your vision.
- There is a lower chance of losing the quality in your vision.
- There is a lower chance of losing sensitivity in terms of contrast.
- There is a lower chance of getting glares.
- It is unlikely that you will have problems seeing at night.
Doesn’t that sound great? And those are just some of the advantages of Wavefront LASIK! We would be happy to tell you more! Contact us to get more information or request your FREE consultation here! See life clearly with LASIK!
by EyeLASIK | Aug 31, 2015 | better vision, Eye LASIK
If you are like many of our patients, being able to pay for LASIK is the only thing that stands between you and having the procedure. Well, we’ve encountered a “real life” story we’d like to share…one that we hope not only helps you pay for LASIK, but one that you find relatable.
Stacy’s Story
Find out how Stacy was able to pay for LASIK…
“I have worn glasses since I was 10 years old. Honestly, I don’t really remember my life before glasses. As long as I can recall, I have had problems with my vision…
I hated being the kid in school who wore glasses. The glare off my glasses in my yearbook pictures one year made me consider contacts. After visiting the eye doctor and getting contacts, I felt like a new person! No more glasses!
However, as I approached my college years, I realized how inconvenient contacts were as well. Running late and forgetting them, getting something in my eye and feeling like I could never get it out, or the worst…falling asleep with them in (I only made that mistake once!)
After I graduated from college and began a career, I was determined to have LASIK. I was tired of the struggle I had always had with first glasses, then contacts. However, just because I had a job didn’t mean that I had the money to go out and have an expensive procedure to correct my vision…I could barely make ends meet!
I knew that in order to pay for LASIK, I would have to make some changes. I strategically determined that to be able to have LASIK in a year, I would have to save around $200 a month (on top of what I already had saved). Yes, for me this meant not going out to dinner (as often) and not getting to splurge on shopping trips. However, it was a sacrifice I was more than willing to make.
After 6 months of being at my new job, I was able to contribute to my health savings account. Little did I know at the time, I was able to use that to pay for LASIK! I found out at my LASIK consultation that my policy paid for a portion of it…this was a welcome surprise, as I was closer than I thought to being able to pay for my procedure.
A few weeks later, I went in for LASIK. Words cannot describe the excitement of being able to see. My vision was much better than when I wore glasses or contacts! And the icing on the cake? I was able to pay for my surgery in full, entirely on my own (in less than a year)!
I understand it is harder for some people to put away money than it is others, but it is most definitely a sacrifice worth making. My advice? Designate a certain amount a month (even if it’s only $10!) that you will set aside for LASIK, and check with your insurance company to see if they have any LASIK coverage. LASIK is truly one of the best things I’ve ever done…and I know you’ll think so too!”
Wow! What an amazing story. We understand that paying for LASIK is not always easy and sometimes, sacrifices have to be made. However, we want to help. We offer interest free financing and affordable payment plans! To learn more, give us a call. Or, we’d be happy to meet with you! Request a FREE consultation here.
by EyeLASIK | Aug 21, 2015 | Uncategorized
There are two types of people in this world…
Those who do want to know the details of LASIK surgery…
…and those who don’t.
Whether you fit into the “do” or “do not,” category, we’re giving you the details of LASIK surgery (but the weak stomached are not to worry, we’ll avoid the overly specifics)!
Details Of LASIK Surgery
details of LASIK surgery
First, the patient is prepped and put under local anesthetic in the form of eye drops. Next, a laser is used to create a very thin flap in the cornea. The cornea is then lifted back from this flap and the underlying corneal tissue is reshaped using another laser.
The flap that was initially created can then be replaced when the cornea is able to refocus light onto the retina. After the flap is replaced, the surgery is complete! In total, the procedure shouldn’t take any longer than about 10 minutes. Afterwards, the patient should be driven home by a friend or family member.
There you have it, the details of LASIK surgery. Surprisingly simple, huh? The seamless process of reshaping the cornea can make all the difference in your life. Can you image waking up in the morning and being able to see clearly? With LASIK, it’s possible! For more information, take a look at the “News” section of our website! We have plenty of articles to answer any questions you may have. Or, feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Begin your path to clear vision today! Request a FREE consultation for LASIK.
by EyeLASIK | Aug 17, 2015 | Eye LASIK
So, you’ve signed up for a FREE consultation with us, but you’re doing your research. You’re wondering what questions to ask during your LASIK consultation to ensure you have a thorough understanding of the procedure and what to expect. Well, you’ve come to the right place! Find out the 3 questions to ask during your LASIK consultation:
1. What Are My Options?
When it comes to laser surgery, you have some options (dependent on your individual condition). You can learn more about these options in our blog section. After the doctor assesses you, he will be able to tell you based on your condition what you are eligible for, and based off any prior recommendations from your doctor. (Learn more about our approach to LASIK here.)
2. What Can I Expect During And After LASIK?
We have several articles concerning this topic, however, it is sometimes best to talk to a doctor about what kind of sensations to expect during the actual procedure and what kind of follow up you’ll need to do.
Find out the questions to ask during your LASIK consultation!
3. What Are My Payment Options?
Find out how much you are expected to pay up front, how much you can finance, and what the interest rate on that financing would be. Is the financing done in the office or with a different company? Are there any current deals or promotions? Before meeting with a doctor, talk to your insurance agency if you have a health savings account. You may be able to use that towards your LASIK procedure. Learn more about our financing options.
If you are doing your research, don’t forget to explore our blog section! It is best to be informed before your consultation, in case you come across any questions. We have a variety of great information regarding LASIK, but if you’d like to learn more, contact us or request a FREE consultation HERE!
