Is There A Best Time To Get Laser Vision Correction?

March 21, 2014 | Leave a response

If wearing glasses or contact lenses has ever been a nuisance to you, then the best time to get laser eye surgery is now! Whether you just want to wake up and see the alarm clock or you are an adventurer who loves rock climbing, LASIK can give you the freedom to see without the use of glasses or contact lenses.Utilizing state-of-the-art laser vision technology, we can treat those who are near-sighted, far-sighted and those with astigmatism. Whether you are 18 or 78, LASIK can be the clear choice for you. During your comprehensive pre-operative assessment, we will determine if you are an ideal candidate for laser vision correction. During this consultation, please discuss with us any eye diseases or ...

Long Term Results Of LASIK Eye Surgery

March 7, 2014 | Leave a response

Several factors may affect long-term vision stability in LASIK. If your glasses or contact lens prescription have remained the same for at least two years prior to LASIK, then you are more likely to have stable vision after the procedure.Those patients who have very high prescriptions for near sightedness, far sightedness, or astigmatism may have a higher rate of regression (that is the initial effect of LASIK may wear off over time). Regression usually takes place within the first 6 months of a LASIK procedure. After an enhancement procedure, long-term stability of vision will likely ensue.Some patients may have "soft corneas" or even require treatment for undiagnosed keratoconus during their screening exam. In the past, these cases would have been ...