by EyeLASIK | Aug 3, 2015 | better vision
You’ve heard it all before…
“Freedom from glasses and contacts! Be able to see clearly! Get rid of the inconvenience that comes with poor vision!”
We’re even guilty of using these phrases ourselves.
But why get LASIK? The real reasons, revealed.
Why Get LASIK?
The real reasons to get LASIK…revealed!
You don’t understand the inconvenience of glasses and/or contacts until you experience it firsthand. First, you have to create the habit every morning of putting contacts in or putting glasses on (and of course, the reverse habit of taking them out or off). If you’re in a hurry (who isn’t?), or just forget, your day is shot. Try living life with blurry vision. Impossible.
Scratchy eyes can make your day miserable. And unfortunately, this is a frequent side effect of wearing contacts, due to age of the contact lenses or improper cleaning. Trying to get through the day with scratchy or dry eyes is not only irritating, but it can downright ruin your day! You shouldn’t have to make the choice of 1) taking your contacts out and losing clear vision the rest of the day or 2) leaving your contacts in and coping with the annoying irritation to simply rid yourself of being uncomfortable!
Of course, there are so many more reasons to get LASIK…and if you have some, we’d love to hear them! Just reply to this blog in the comment section below. Making the choice to have LASIK is literally life changing. Unfortunately, so many people choose to live with the inconvenience of glasses and contacts. But don’t! Call us today to get more information on why to get LASIK. Or, you can request a free consultation here. We would be happy to assess your current vision to determine the right laser eye correction procedure for you today!
by EyeLASIK | Aug 3, 2015 | Eye LASIK
Living In The Age Of Information
As medical research advances, we as consumers have the benefit of knowing how to best take care of our bodies. Whether its understanding what type of exercise we should do to achieve a healthier body, or what types of foods benefit our health, living in the information age has many advantages. One thing we continue to struggle with is changes to our bodies that are simply genetic. For instance, there’s nothing we can do at this time to prevent our eyes from developing nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. It’s simply part of our genetic code and the changes to our eyes are bound to happen. The good news is, technical advances in refractive eye surgery have made it possible to correct these conditions.
LASIK
Many people are familiar with the concept of LASIK eye surgery, which corrects the surface of the cornea by creating a small surgical flap of tissue, which when reshaped and closed creates the vision correction. LASIK is the right type of surgery for many people. However, some other people may have better results with a different type of refractive eye surgery called Epi-LASEK. The difference is subtle, but may be appropriate for certain individuals.
Epi-LASEK or LASIK? Which one is for you?
Epi-LASEK
In Epi-LASEK eye surgery, only the epithelial or surface cells of the cornea are used to create the new corneal surface. Following the surgical change, a highly oxygen-permeable contact lens is inserted, which allows the proper regrowth of the epithelial surface. This type of surgery may be necessary for individuals with thinner corneas, who would not be good candidates for traditional LASIK surgery. This may also be the right type of surgery for people who have professions or hobbies where there is a higher chance of being hit in the eye, because with LASIK surgery a larger corneal flap is created and could be dislodged by trauma to the eye. Generally by the third day post-op, the doctor removes the contact lens.
Advantages
Two advantages of LASIK versus Epi-LASEK are these: less post-operative pain and discomfort, and possibly a quicker return to normal vision. This is not to say that Epi-LASEK eye surgery is extremely uncomfortable. In fact, most people only need over-the-counter pain medication. Some patients who have Epi-LASEK surgery may also take longer to achieve full vision correction. Although Epi-LASEK patients may experience a slower recovery time than LASIK patients, the fact remains that the surgery is very safe and effective and may be right for certain individuals.
Which One Is Right For You?
You will never be left to make this decision on your own. After your eye shape and vision correction needs are determined, our doctors will consult with you on which surgery would give you the best results. Our patients can have complete confidence that Eye Lasik Midland will provide the optimal surgical approach with full vision correction as our goal. Request a FREE consultation TODAY!
by EyeLASIK | Jul 20, 2015 | eye health
Back for more? In Part One, we discussed how to choose a pair of sunglasses for vision protection. In Part Two, we’ll finish our discussion with some additional tips to choosing the right sunglasses that will give you the best level of protection.
In Part One, we discussed how there are several eye diseases that can be prevented with the right pair of sunglasses. But, not just any pair of sunglasses will do the trick…
How To Choose The Right Pair
You should choose a pair of sunglasses that provide maximum coverage; the bigger the frame, the better the coverage. Wrap-around sunglasses are a great option because they block UV rays that can enter from the side. Not only this, but bigger-framed sunglasses also protect the thin skin around your eyes, preventing fine lines and wrinkles caused by sun exposure.
If you’re going to be on the water, your risk of damage from the sun’s rays is doubled because of the reflection of the light off the water. You may want to invest in a pair of polarized sunglasses, which will help block glare as well as UV rays. Don’t forget to attach a type of lanyard to both ends of your sunglasses to keep them from getting lost in the lake!
sunglasses for vision protection
If you already have a favorite pair of sunglasses, it’s important to make sure they are in good condition. If you see any scratches or other signs of wear on the lenses, have them tested by a licensed optician to make sure they are still effective. Scratches and abrasions can affect the ability of the lens to filter UV light.
No matter what your style, select sunglasses with the right protection every time. Selecting the right sunglasses can be expensive, especially prescription sunglasses. Ditch that expense with a laser vision correction procedure! Request an entirely free consultation for LASIK by clicking HERE.
by EyeLASIK | Jul 20, 2015 | eye health
Summer is here, and you’re probably enjoying some fun in the sun! While catching some rays can be a good thing, if you don’t protect your eyes, it can turn into a bad thing; a bad thing that could have some serious consequences on your vision. If you are exposed to the UV rays from the sun for long periods of time without any eye protection, you are putting yourself at risk for a number of preventable eye diseases.
Some of these include:
- Cataracts
- Skin cancer of the eye lids and surrounding areas
- Melanoma of the eye itself
- Macular degeneration
Whenever you are out in the sunlight, it is important to wear sunglasses – but not just any sunglasses. Too often, we shop for sunglasses based on how we look in them. However, there are a few things you need to look for in a pair of sunglasses other than how you look when you wear them.
How do you choose sunglasses for vision protection?
Choosing Sunglasses
The most important thing to remember when choosing a pair of sunglasses for vision protection is that darker lenses are not necessarily better. The lenses need to absorb UV rays. A pair of dark sunglasses that do not absorb any UV rays can actually be more dangerous. The darker the lenses, the more your eyes dilate, meaning more UV rays are able to enter your eye.
Make sure the sunglasses you choose say they protect your eyes from both UVA and UVB rays. The label should say 99 to 100 percent UV absorbent or UV 400.
Next week, we will be discussing other factors to consider when choosing a pair of sunglasses for vision protection. So stay tuned! In the meantime, explore the rest of our blog section for more healthy vision tips & tricks. If you are considering LASIK and interested in learning more, request a FREE consultation here!
by EyeLASIK | Jul 13, 2015 | Eye LASIK
Have you heard of CustomVue LASIK? It is currently the leading technology in the industry that offers patients peace of mind and offers a number of benefits that a traditional LASIK eye surgery procedure doesn’t. It is individualized to your specific vision needs and can even eliminate night vision problems.
How Does CustomVue Work?
A CustomVue LASIK eye surgery procedure uses advanced wavefront technology that tailors your LASIK procedure to the exact needs of your eye by scanning every millimeter of your cornea, including any and all imperfections, aberrations and irregularities.
The wavefront technology scans your eye by sending a safe pulse of light through your pupil to the retina at the back of your eye. As the light bounces from your retina back to the device it is translated into a pattern that maps any and all irregularities in your vision. This data is then used to create a precision 3D image or map that displays the unique characteristics of your eye. Your ophthalmologist uses these measurements to program the laser for your corrective surgery, delivering extremely precise and accurate results.
CustomVue LASIK allows ophthalmologists to treat a wide variety of refractive errors. Whether you are nearsighted, farsighted or simply have astigmatism, the likelihood that LASIK using wavefront technology can treat your refractive error is significantly higher than with traditional LASIK procedures.
Find out if CustomVue is right for you!
CustomeVue Benefits
Because of the precision CustomVue LASIK offers, there are a number of benefits to this advanced technology aside from the precision and control it offers:
- Clearer vision post-operatively
- Improved contrast sensitivity
- Less incidence of glare at night, and in some cases improvement of previous glare issues
- Reduction of changes in vision in the future that may require the need for enhancement
As mentioned previously, a CustomVue LASIK eye surgery procedure allows your surgeon to not only correct your refractive error (your need for glasses or contacts) but also any imperfections in your cornea that may be causing you glare at night or problems with contrast sensitivity that you may not even know you have. Vision is often much clearer shortly after a CustomVue LASIK eye surgery procedure and the chance of vision better than 20/20 is greatly increased. The risk of future changes in vision that typically occur with traditional LASIK procedures is also greatly reduced with CustomVue LASIK.
Want to know more about the benefits of the CustomVue LASIK technology? Contact us here for a FREE consultation!
