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LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Blog at Eye Surgery USAFriday, May 30, 2008Monovision an alternative solution to PresbyopiaMonovision is a technique used to deal with presbyopia; when the eye gradually loses the ability to change focus from far to close up - usually a result of aging. The idea behind monovision is for the presbyopic patient to use one eye for viewing distances and the other eye for viewing close up. Since one eye is corrected for viewing far and the other eye is corrected for viewing close up, the two eyes no longer work in unison. The results are poor vision quality and decreased depth perception. Monovision is most noticeable in low light and tasks that require sharp vision. In most cases, you will need to wear glasses or contact lenses to fully correct both eyes for viewing far distances or close up when performing tasks that require a sharp eye, such as driving at night, operating machinery, or performing tasks that require sharp vision. Most patients have a hard time with having one eye blurred at all times. If you are considering monovision with LASIK, it is highly recommended that you go through a trial period with contact lenses to see if monovision can be tolerated. Different states also have specific requirements for driving with monovision. Another thing to consider is how much your presbyopia is expected to increase over time. Your doctor should be able to tell you when you can expect your monovision surgery to no longer be enough for you to see near-by objects effectively without the aid of glasses or contacts, or when a second surgery might be required to further correct your near vision. Labels: Monovision, Presbyopia
Thursday, May 29, 2008Advanced Surface AblationAdvanced Surface Ablation is a relatively new laser vision procedure that has additional safety features over LASIK making it an ideal alternative for some patients. Instead of cutting a flap on the front of the cornea, the surface skin cells (epithelium) are loosened with a diluted alcohol solution and removed. The corneal surface is then treated with the laser and covered with a bandage contact lens. ASA removes tissue within the cornea to treat low to high levels of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Labels: Advanced Surface Ablation, ASA
Wednesday, May 28, 2008What is Presby LASIK?Presby LASIK is an experimental type of laser vision correction that changes the shape of the cornea to create corrections in near and far vision. It is also called multifocal LASIK because of the ability to correct vision on multiple focal levels. Presby LASIK is used to correct presbyopia, a condition in which the loss of eye lens elasticity causes inability to focus sharp near vision. Presby LASIK has not yet been approved by the FDA. The only way to receive this procedure in the US is to enroll in a formal study to test the effectiveness and safety of it. So far, the outcome of the procedure has been positive, particularly for individuals who were farsighted and who had developed presbyopia due to old age. Read more about Presby LASIK at Eye Surgery USA. Labels: presby LASIK
Tuesday, May 27, 2008Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USADo you ever have a question about LASIK, PRK or other Corrective Eye Surgery Procedure that you've never remembered to ask? Maybe a question that you'd rather ask on the web than in person? Screened and Qualified Vision Correction Specialists are available to answer YOUR questions, whatever they may be. Click here to Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USA Labels: ask an expert
Friday, May 23, 2008How do I know if I'm a good candidate for laser vision correction of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism?The great majority of all nearsighted, farsighted, and astigmatic Americans are potential candidates for the treatment. Typically, patients who are at least 21 years of age and have nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. However, only our eye doctors, who are specially trained in laser correction of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism can evaluate your suitability for the treatment. Labels: Laser Eye Surgery
Thursday, May 22, 2008Why Are There Different Kinds of LASIK?When conventional LASIK was first developed in the 1990's, it was capable of delivering good enough vision for most people to pass a driver's exam without corrective lenses (20/40). Many of these people were fortunate enough to get an exceptional result of 20/20, but the baseline expectation was 20/40. Technological advances in wavefront guided LASIK and femtosecond laser flap creation have raised the bar so that 20/20 is now the baseline expectation and 20/16 or better is the goal. Answer provided by Jamie M. Monroe, MD of Orem, UT Click here to send an email to Jamie M. Monroe, MD Labels: LASIK
Wednesday, May 21, 2008Is the IntrLase Method Right for Me?If you are looking for a 100% blade-free LASIK experience that virtually eliminates almost all the most severe, sight-threatening complications, the answer is yes. But to get this procedure, you have to ask your physician for the IntraLase Method by name. Labels: IntraLase
Tuesday, May 20, 2008Who Can Have Epi-LASIK?Epi-LASIK is not for everyone, but many surgeons consider it a better option for some patients who will probably not do so well with LASIK. These include people who have thin corneas, with not enough tissue for a good LASIK flap. For those with professions or hobbies that have an increased chance of being hit in the eye may find Epi-LASIK safer than LASIK because there's no risk of the flap being dislodged. Read more about Epi-LASIK here. Labels: Epi-LASIK
Monday, May 19, 2008About the Eye and VisionIn the emmetropic eye, the patient sees perfectly or 20/20. The light rays are focused exactly onto the retina for a clear view of objects. Myopic Eye In the nearsighted (myopic) eye, objects appear out of focus because the focal point of the eye is located in front of the retina. Because of this, properly focused light rays cannot reach the retina, resulting in blurred vision. With refractive LASIK surgery at our practice in Bayside, Queens, our LASIK surgeon utilizes a laser to reshape the eye so that the rays will diverge onto the retina. PRK can also accomplish this adjustment, however LASIK surgery is ideal. Both PRK and LASIK require use of a laser, however LASIK is performed under a protective flap. With PRK, the outer cells of the eye are scraped off prior to vision correction, leading to an increased risk of vision haze and months of eye drops. The LASIK treated eye usually requires drops for only about four days after the procedure and provides almost immediate visual recovery. The excimer laser can also be used to treat astigmatism, or irregular curvature of the cornea. Astigmatic Eye In the farsighted (hyperopic) eye, the ideal focal point for light is located behind the retina and light rays cannot converge enough to focus on the proper area of the eye. Using the excimer laser under the protective flap of LASIK, our surgeons are able to alter the shape of the eye so that light rays converge perfectly onto the retina, resulting in clear vision. Labels: Vision
Friday, May 16, 2008Precautions for LASIKSome patients may experience different effects and have different safety concerns when undergoing LASIK. You should always consult with your doctor if you have a history of any of the following:
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Thursday, May 15, 2008What's the difference between an ophthalmologist and optometrist?Both ophthalmologists and optometrists are commonly referred to as "eye doctors", however there are differences between the two. Doctors of Optometry complete four years of post-graduate optometry school. Optometrists examine eyes for vision and health problems, prescribe glasses, and fit contact lenses. They also prescribe many ophthalmic medications and often participate in pre and post-operative care. Ophthalmologists, on the other hand, attend medical school and have acquired a medical degree. Ophthalmologists are trained to provide a full spectrum of eye care, from prescribing glasses and contact lenses to complex and delicate eye surgery for specific conditions and diseases. In addition to medical school, every ophthalmologist completes a one-year internship and must spend a minimum of three years in residency. Labels: ophthalmologists, optometrists
Wednesday, May 14, 2008What is the difference between a corneal flap created with the IntraLase Method and one created with a microkeratome?The microkeratome is a hand-held instrument, which contains a steel blade that moves back and forth and creates a cut as it travels across the cornea. A microkeratome is only capable of making a single, one-dimensional cut across the cornea. As it cuts, the blade oscillates back and forth, which can leave an irregular surface after the flap is lifted. This can affect the quality of your postoperative vision. Because of the unique way in which the IntraLase Method creates a precisely positioned layer of bubbles just beneath the surface of your eye, it creates a smooth even surface after your flap is lifted. With the IntraLase Method, a blade never touches your eye. Read more about IntraLase at Eye Surgery USA! Labels: IntraLase
Tuesday, May 13, 2008Jacksonville Laser Eye Surgeon, Dr. Arun Gulani, Adds More Eye Surgery VideosRecently added to Jacksonville Laser Eye Surgeon, Dr. Arun Gulani's Eye Surgery profile site are new eye surgery videos. If you are looking for information on eye surgery, you'll definately want to visit his video library. Dr. Gulani has videos on LASIK, patient testimonials and much more. Click here to visit his eye surgery video page Labels: Jacksonville Laser Eye Surgeon, videos
Monday, May 12, 2008Dr. Shobha Tandon Joins Eye Surgery USA!
 Serving Union City, Mountain View, San Francisco and the Bay Area, CA Laser Eye Surgeon Dr. Shobha Tandon from California performs Vision Correction Procedures such as LASIK, CustomLASIK, IntraLase, PRK and much more!Our Mission Our mission at NeoVision Eye Center is to help you "See Beyond Your Imagination." Whether you require LASIK surgery, cataract removal, or simply glasses or contacts, we always strive to provide you the highest level of personal care. Our staff is both professional and friendly to make your visit pleasant to bring you back again and again for all of your eye care needs. Quality patient care is always a priority at NeoVision Eye Center. Come join our family! Visit Dr. Tandon today on Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Dr. Shobha Tandon
Thursday, May 1, 2008What is Wavefront treatment?Wavefront is a laser treatment developed to make the LASIK procedure even more effective. Wavefront allows for a complete, personalized measurement of the entire visual system, including the eye's shape, lens shape, corneal shape, depth of the eye, and the most accurate identification possible of anatomic anomalies that could cause vision conditions such as impaired night vision or presence of halos. Thanks to wavefront, a highly accurate, FDA-approved laser can correct all or most vision problems with one treatment, whereas traditional LASIK is more limited in the number of errors it can simultaneously correct. If you live in Seattle, Washington; Portland, Oregon; Boise, Idaho; Spokane, Washington; Billings, Montana, Alaska or anywhere in the Pacific Northwest and are interested in learning more about wavefront LASIK laser eye surgery, contact us today. Answer provided by Mark Walker, MD of Renton, WA Click here to send an email to Mark Walker, MD Labels: Wavefront LASIK
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