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LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Blog at Eye Surgery USAFriday, January 30, 2009IntraLase Method vs Microkeratome Method
What's the difference? 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. Technology is always advancing, that's why it's important to use resources like Eye Surgery USA to stay abreast of emerging technology in the eye correction industry. Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, corrective eye technology, IntraLase
Thursday, January 29, 2009Eye Surgery USA Featured Eye Surgeons
Not sure which Eye Surgeon to start with? A good place to start might be the Eye Surgery USA homepage. There you'll find the Featured Surgeon section. All of our Eye Surgeons are eligible to be featured - because they are at the top of their fields and are board certified - and you may find an eye surgeon in your area. Our Eye Surgeons are screened before they are able to join Eye Surgery USA for quality and excellence so you can be assured that you won't be disappointed with the service they provide. In fact, if you read the Eye Surgeon's testimonials, you'll know for sure that you're going to the right place. Make Eye Surgery USA your ultimate resource for finding excellent Eye Surgeons. Whether you need LASIK, PRK, Wavefront LASIK and Custom LASIK done, Eye Surgery USA is here to point you in the right direction. Labels: Custom LASIK, Find Lasik Surgeon
Wednesday, January 28, 2009Jacksonville LASIK Florida Laser Vision Correction Surgery
 Jacksonville LASIK and Vision Correction Specialist Dr. Arun Gulani has been serving the Jacksonville area for many years and is renown both in Florida and the United States as a leader in cutting-edge, emerging vision correction technology and patient care. Not only is Dr. Gulani highly trained and experienced, he has advanced training in LASIK and laser eye surgery, making him one of the most knowledgeable eye doctors in private practice today. Having performed thousands upon thousands of procedures and earning patient accolades from all over the United States and the world, Dr. Gulani is uniquely qualified to offer the best in LASIK treatment. Dr. Gulani's motto is: "High-tech - High-touch." He is committed to the best patient care possible and the results are amazing. Watch videos full of LASIK patient testimonials and you'll see why people travel from all over to visit this top LASIK surgeon located in Jacksonville, FL. Contact Dr. Gulani today to schedule a consultation to see how the best eye care can do for your vision! Labels: Dr. Gulani, Florida LASIK, Jacksonville Laser Eye Surgeon, lasik florida, Patient Testimonials
Tuesday, January 27, 2009Bladeless IntraLase LASIK Corrective Eye Surgery
Did you know that there is new LASIK technology that doesn't involve the use of a blade? Although LASIK is a procedure that uses a laser to correct vision, the procedure still requires a blade called a microkeratome to cut a hole in your cornea so the laser can pass through and make the correction. Think of it as a scalpel for the eye. The idea of a blade "cutting into" the eye has been a huge fear for many people who have considered LASIK and may have also been the reason for people to not go through with the procedure. With IntraLase, there's no blade cutting the eye to make the corneal flap, instead just like a laser used to make corrections to the inner cornea, a laser is used to cut the flap on the outer cornea. Read more about the specific details on how IntraLase works at Eye Surgery USA. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, IntraLase
Monday, January 26, 2009IntraLase Method Eye Correction Surgery ExplainedThe IntraLase Method uses tiny, rapid pulses of laser light to create your corneal flap instead of using a metal blade during the first step of LASIK. Each pulse of light passes through the top layers of your cornea and forms a microscopic bubble at a specific depth and position within your eye that is determined by the doctor. The IntraLase laser moves back and forth across your eye, creating a uniform layer of bubbles just beneath your corneal surface. Just prior to applying laser vision correction, the doctor creates your corneal flap by gently separating the tissue where these bubbles have formed. The corneal flap is then folded back so the doctor can perform the second step of your LASIK treatment.  The New York Times Online has created an interactive graphic entitled, "Refining Vision Surgery for a Sharper Focus," which offers an extraordinary understanding of the procedure and how it works. Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, eye correction surgery, IntraLase, new york times
Friday, January 23, 2009Seattle Eye Surgeon, Mark Walker, M.D.If you're located in or around the Seattle area and are considering Laser Eye Surgery, we invite you to check out the Eye Surgery USA profile of Dr. Mark Walker. Dr. Mark Walker integrates the most technologically advanced equipment, unparalleled expertise and outstanding customer service to make each patient's experience comfortable, convenient, rewarding, and most importantly, safe. Click here to visit his profile page on Eye Surgery USA Labels: Seattle Eye Surgeon
Thursday, January 22, 2009Does LASIK Hurt?
If you're considering LASIK Corrective Eye Surgery, then you probably want to know if the surgery hurts. Orange County Laser Eye Surgeon, Dr. Mark Schneider's response to the question is: There is no pain during any of the laser vision correction procedures since anesthetic drops numb the eyes. A relaxation pill is also given prior to the procedure to help relieve anxiety. The only discomfort that may be experienced is a slight pressure sensation lasting about 20 seconds, while the Intralase laser creates the corneal flap. After LASIK you might experience slight irritation, a burning sensation, or increased tearing for 2 to 4 hours. We encourage our patients to rest or sleep during this period of time. If needed, an over the counter pain reliever should be all that is needed to relieve this discomfort. PRK patients may experience more post-operative discomfort for 3 to 5 days following the procedure. Click here to visit the Eye Surgery USA profile of Dr. Mark Schneider Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Dr. Mark Schneider, LASIK orange county, Orange County eye surgeon
Wednesday, January 21, 2009Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USA
An office consultation in preparation for Corrective Eye Surgery can be an overwhelming experience. Have you ever been in the room with the doctor and can't remember the burning question you've been dying to ask? Or do you ever have questions about LASIK, PRK or other Corrective Eye Surgery Procedures that you've been too shy to ask in person? Maybe a question that you'd rather ask anonymously on the web? Why not Ask an Expert on Eye Surgery USA Asking an expert is discreet. You can ask any question with full confidence that it will be answered without judgment or bias. All of our featured surgeons are licensed and experienced, which means they are highly skilled practitioners who treat their patients with compassion and respect. Click here to Ask an Expert today! Labels: ask an expert, corrective eye technology
Tuesday, January 20, 2009What Can I Expect From My LASIK Surgery?
Realistic ExpectationsThose of us who've worn glasses and maybe contacts to correct our vision since childhood understand the gift that perfect sight is for those who have it. Oftentimes, we see commercials or advertisements promising miracles, "and for the low, low cost of..." It's important to have realistic expectations when going in for your LASIK surgery. The last thing you want is to suffer because of unrealistic expectations that cannot yield the results you want. What Can I Expect From My LASIK Surgery?After undergoing LASIK surgery, you should expect to see much better than you normally did before LASIK. However, you shouldn't expect to see perfectly. Every one's eyes and issues are different, so every one's results are slightly different. Keep in mind, even the best surgeon in the world can't promise 20/20 vision and you should be very weary of someone who does. Always keep a good head about LASIK and other vision correction surgeries. Oftentimes, higher cost is not indicative of higher quality; but, it can also be said that you get what you pay for. Shop around and do your homework. Get more information at Eye Surgery USA. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, How To Choose A LASIK Surgeon, LASIK expectations
Monday, January 19, 2009What results can I expect from LASIK?
The goal of any refractive surgical procedure is to reduce or eliminate your dependence on corrective lenses-so that you may freely enjoy activities without the encumbrance of glasses or contacts. What, then, can I expect from the LASIK procedure? There are three main variables that will influence vision results: a thorough pre-operative evaluation to determine whether you are a good candidate for LASIK, the experience of your LASIK surgeon/team, and the equipment utilized. To ensure the best outcomes, it is critical that you select your surgical team wisely. Honest evaluation, surgical experience, and state-of-the-art technology are crucial to the end result. Labels: ASIK, Blade-Less LASIK
Friday, January 16, 2009What Exactly is Ophthalmology?
Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases, disorders, and injuries. Although the word ophthalmology literally means "The Science of Eyes" the term ophthalmologist implies a medically trained specialist rather than that of a scientist; therefore ophthalmologists perform operations on eyes and are generally categorized as physicians and surgeons. For more information regarding ophthalmologists or eye surgeons, visit Eye Surgery USA to find the eye surgeon you've been looking for, so you can get back that vision you used to have, or always wanted. Labels: Board Certified Ophthalmologist, Find Lasik Surgeon
Thursday, January 15, 2009Benefits of Financing LASIK Corrective Eye Surgery
There are many benefits to financing your LASIK Corrective Eye Surgery, but perhaps the most popular benefit to financing is that it gives you access the procedure you want, today! You could have better vision in days rather than having to wait to save up the money! This is yet another way Eye Surgery USA is committed to the fulfillment of your dreams of seeing better - now! There are ZERO interest programs as well. And the best part is that if you apply for a loan you are in no way committed to a loan. Fill out the application, see if you qualify and that's it. There is no commitment until you are approved and are ready to go along with the procedure and financing. No pressure! If you have more questions, visit the Eye Surgery USA Financing FAQs page. Labels: Eye Surgery Financing, Financing FAQs
Wednesday, January 14, 2009Eye Anatomy and Refractive Errors
Today, more than 3 million corneal refractive procedures - or corrective eye surgeries - are performed worldwide each year. Presently, more than 100 million patients wear contact lenses for correction of their refractive errors. Recent advances in refractive surgery are designed to permanently reduce or eliminate the need for corrective eye wear in order to see objects clearly. However, there are many more people wearing contact lenses that need to be replaced and used in conjunction with cleaning and preserving solutions, than those opting for the convenience and precision of corrective eye surgery. Why is that? Perhaps the answer lies in having better information on the corrective eye surgery itself. To better understand refractive surgeries, one should understand first how a perfectly normal eye (20/20) focuses light and the different types of refractive errors. To learn more about the eye and how it works, click here. Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, corrective eye technology, vision correction
Tuesday, January 13, 2009LASIK Glossary of Medical Terms
The more research you do on Corrective Eye Surgery and the procedures involved, the deeper you find yourself in technical, medical jargon that seems more like a foreign language. We at Eye Surgery USA understand that some of the LASIK jargon can be quite confusing or difficult to understand, which is why we provide a free glossary of LASIK terms. Learn the meanings of terms such as PRK, Inflammation, Myopia and much more. Click here to visit our LASIK Glossary today! Labels: corrective eye technology, glossary of LASIK terms, LASIK Glossary
Monday, January 12, 2009Is LASIK Corrective Eye Surgery Right for You?
 There's a good chance that if you've found this blog, you're thinking of improving your eyesight in some way. Perhaps you're tired of wearing contacts or glasses and you would like to participate in activities such as swimming, running or other sports without having to worry about breaking your glasses or wearing special lenses. Perhaps you're you tired of spending hundreds of dollars every year on expensive solutions and contacts? Perhaps LASIK Corrective Eye Surgery is right for you!LASIK is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that reduces and in most cases eliminates the dependency on vision assisted appliances such as glasses and contact lenses. Here at Eye Surgery USA, we only feature licensed, skilled and experienced corrective eye surgeons, so you can rest assured that you'll find the best doctors in your area. Once you find a doctor you like, you can contact them directly and schedule a confidential, personalized consultation to see what corrective eye surgery can do for you. Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, corrective eye technology, LASIK Laser Eye Surgeon Search, vision blog, vision correction, vision problems
Friday, January 9, 2009Information on Wavefront LASIK Technology
 Emerging Corrective Eye Techniques and Technology continues to develop better ways of restoring vision to those who suffer from vision loss or impairment. One of those emerging technologies is Wavefront LASIK.Wavefront LASIK reshapes the cornea by using three-dimensional measurements of how your eye processes images to guide the laser. This provides a precise and individualized vision experience that would be otherwise impossible to achieve with traditional LASIK. The advantage of Wavefront LASIK is that it offers a higher quality of vision and not just a measure of how much you can see. On top of being able to achieve 20/20 or better vision, there is a reduced chance of losing visual quality such as contrast sensitivity, vision at night and distorted vision effects such as halos and glares. To learn more about Wavefront LASIK click here Thank you for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: corrective eye technology, vision correction, Wavefront LASIK
Thursday, January 8, 2009Nearsighted or Farsighted - Which is it?Are you nearsighted or farsighted? Can you read without glasses, or do you need help? Is driving a challenge because you can't see the signs? When it comes to vision, it's important to understand the nature of your own vision challenges. Perfect Vision When one has an 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, the 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. Check out more helpful topics on Eye Surgery USA's information-dense Laser Eye Surgery Blog, as well as helpful Articles on all aspects of corrective eye procedures at Eye Surgery USA. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, vision problems, vison correction
Wednesday, January 7, 2009Financing FAQs
If you have questions in regards to financing your eye surgery procedure, we invite you to check out our Financing FAQs page. There you will find answers to frequently asked questions like:
Click here to view our list of financing FAQs Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Eye Surgery Financing, Financing FAQs, lasik financing
Tuesday, January 6, 2009Corrective Laser Eye Surgery ProceduresThere are many procedures available for correcting poor vision. The procedure that is best for you can best be determined by your surgeon, according to your symptoms. Some of the more popular procedures include LASIK, LASEK / E-LASIK, Epi-LASIK, Wavefront LASIK, IntraLase and PRK Laser Surgery. With Corrective Eye Surgery, you can enjoy such benefits as: * Freeing yourself from the need to carry and wear eyeglasses. * Eliminating the need for purchasing expensive lens care solutions and contact lenses. * Being able to enjoy excellent vision while swimming or participating in sporting events - as always, check with your surgeon to see how long you should allow to heal before undertaking any such activities. Click here to learn more about corrective laser eye surgery procedures available from Certified Corrective Eye Surgeons in your area! Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Find Lasik Surgeon, laser eye surgery procedures, vision correction
Monday, January 5, 2009Who 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. Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Epi-LASIK, vision correction
Thursday, January 1, 2009Happy New Year from Eye Surgery USAThe best place to find LASIK surgeons and learn more about Laser Eye Surgery, Eye Surgery USA wishes you a Happy, Prosperous New Year! Labels: Eye Surgery USA, Happy New Year
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