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LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Blog at Eye Surgery USAFriday, May 29, 2009Preventative Eye Care is Key to Long-term VisionThere are several ways in which you can take care of your vision now so your vision will last as long as you do. With age, preventative eye care becomes more important than at any time in your life. There are steps you can take to prevent eye problems and blindness:
Find a licensed Eye Care professional at Eye Surgery USA! Labels: eye care, Find Lasik Surgeon, preventing vision problems, vision problems
Thursday, May 28, 2009Combining Wavefront and LASIK For Effective, Personalized Perfect Vision
What 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 technology, 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 Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Wavefront LASIK
Wednesday, May 27, 2009Safe Surgery Starts With Informed Patients
The Key to Safe Surgery in Any Field of Medicine is an Informed Patient. Take time to research the LASIK center you are considering for surgery. Dr. Robert K. Maloney offers the following guidelines to quality care and treatment:
While you investigate, don't lose sight of the benefits: for most people a lifetime of bad vision can be cured in 5 minutes. LASIK surgery has improved the eyesight of millions of people around the world and chances are, it can help YOU! Labels: American Academy of Ophthalmology, Dr. Robert Maloney, laser eye surgery articles
Tuesday, May 26, 2009Vision Worsens with Age - Conductive Keratoplasty Can Help You
Can you read this? How about this? Close up vision often erodes with age, but most baby boomers would rather fumble with reading glasses than rush for eye surgery. The otherwise popular LASIK uses lasers to cut and reshape the cornea, and in rare cases it can cause scaring or infection. People of a certain age, it seems, don't like their eyes sliced. Now Conductive Keratoplasty - a new three-minute, outpatient, slice-free technique - helps safely restore close vision in farsighted folks and is recommended for those over age 40. Last week at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, researchers announced that the procedure, abbreviated as CK, restored normal vision in 93 percent of patients over the two years of study. Read more of this article provided by Robert K. Maloney, MD. Labels: age related bindness, Conductive Keratoplasty
Monday, May 25, 2009Have a Safe and Happy Memorial Day from Eye Surgery USA
 Eye Surgery USA honors those brave men and women of the United States armed forces who have sacrificed their lives to preserve, defend and protect the freedoms we all enjoy. We also honor the families of those fallen heroes and thank them for their sacrifice.Memorial Day commemorates U.S. men and women who have died while in military service. Originally created as a day celebrating reconciliation and reunification after the Civil War, the United States federal holiday has since been expanded to include all American casualties of war. Labels: memorial day 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009Who is NOT a Candidate for Refractive Surgery?
You are probably NOT a good candidate for refractive surgery if: You are not a risk taker. Certain complications are unavoidable in a percentage of patients, and there are no long-term data available for current procedures. It will jeopardize your career. Some jobs prohibit certain refractive procedures. Be sure to check with your employer/professional society/military service before undergoing any procedure. Cost is an issue. Most medical insurance will not pay for refractive surgery. Although the cost is coming down, it is still significant. This article is provided by the FDA and hosted on Eye Surgery USA. Visit Eye Surgery USA to read more of this article. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK
Thursday, May 21, 2009Tips in Finding the Best LASIK Eye Correction Surgeons
A few Important tips from LASIK Eye Correction Surgeon Robert K. Maloney, MD of Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Maloney reminds those seeking eye correction surgery not to be fooled by fancy advertisements about a particular laser center. It's important to choose the doctor and not the laser center. Finding out which doctor will perform the actual procedure should be a priority, along with discovering the doctor's qualifications. The doctor should have at least 5,000 LASIK surgeries under his or her belt. What a doctor doesn't know, can and will hurt you. It's also important that you know the doctor's surgery complication rates. Dr. Maloney stresses that if they don't tell you, it's time to find another doctor. Top surgeons have a 3 in 1,000 complication rate. Read more tips from Dr. Maloney at Eye Surgery USA. Labels: beverly hills lasik, Dr. Robert Maloney, LASIK Los Angeles
Wednesday, May 20, 2009Find Qualified LASIK Surgeons in Your Area
When it comes to your eyes, you only want to deal with a screened, highly-qualified Corrective Eye Surgeon performing LASIK and other surgeries. You can't afford to take any chances. We provide you with the Eye Surgery Specialist Locator through which you can search for and contact the top Laser Eye Surgeons in your area! It's easy, fast and at your finger tips. Your results will offer Surgeon Personal Profiles that highlight surgeons' philosophies, education and experience, among many other facts that will help you make informed decisions on finding a LASIK eye surgeon in your area. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Find Lasik Surgeon, LASIK Laser Eye Surgeon Search
Tuesday, May 19, 2009Eye Surgery USA - LASIK Videos
 If you're considering LASIK, wouldn't it be great to be able to step right into the doctor's office and watch as a LASIK procedure is being performed? Wouldn't it be helpful and reassuring to hear the experiences of actual clients who've undergone LASIK?At Eye Surgery USA, we have compiled a library of helpful and informative VIDEO clips that range from client testimonials to actual footage of LASIK surgery. Be sure to check out the LASIK video testimonials page on Eye Surgery USA. You'll even have the opportunity to witness famous celebrities like Cindy Crawford, Drew Carey and William Shatner attest to the safety and effectiveness of the procedure. Click here to visit our LASIK video testimonials page! And, thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: eye surgery videos, LASIK Videos
Monday, May 18, 2009Florida Licensed, Experienced LASIK Eye Correction Surgeons
The state of Florida is home to some of the top LASIK surgeons in the country, and at Eye Surgery USA, you will find highly-qualified, certified and screened Corrective Eye Surgery Specialists. Whether you are searching in Jacksonville or in Miami, Broward County or Fort Lauderdale, look no further than our Florida LASIK surgeon directory. Eye Surgery USA is your complete resource for information on LASIK Laser Eye Surgery and for finding Corrective Surgery Specialists. Labels: Florida LASIK, lasik florida
Friday, May 15, 2009LASIK Terms Defined - Eye Surgery USA LASIK Glossary
We at Eye Surgery USA understand how some of the LASIK jargon can be quite confusing and difficult to understand, which is why we provide a free glossary of LASIK terms. It's like having a LASIK/ Eye Surgery Dictionary at your fingertips! Learn the meanings of terms like PRK, Inflammation, Myopia and much more. Click here to visit our LASIK Glossary today! Labels: glossary of LASIK terms, LASIK Glossary
Thursday, May 14, 2009Exercise Helps Prevent CataractsA new study conducted by the the National Runners' Health Study shows that those who live an active lifestyle are less likely to develop cataracts. The study of nearly 29,000 men and 12,000 women, all non-smokers, shows that men and women whose Body Mass Index exceeded U.S. Department of Health and Human Services guidelines were more at risk of developing cataracts. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Body Mass Index (BMI) guidelines, based on height and weight, are as follows:
The bottom line is, the more exercise you get, the less chance you'll have of developing cataracts. Additionally, the benefits of cardiovascular exercise for the heart and lungs help prevent other diseases such as Type 2 Diabetes. Thanks for visiting Eye Surgery USA! Labels: body mass index, cataracts
Wednesday, May 13, 2009Eyesight Myths and Facts
Eyesight Myths It's important to know fact from fiction when it comes to your eyesight and how to prevent eye problems. Knowing how to take good care of your eyes is the first step to protecting your sight for a lifetime. Here are some common myths, courtesy of the Prevent Blindness America organization, that most people assume are truths. Myth: Failure to use proper glasses will hurt your eyes. Fact: This statement does have some truth for a small number of people. Some children have eye problems that can be corrected, and it is important that they wear their glasses. While corrective glasses or contacts are needed to improve eyesight, using your eyes with or without glasses will not damage them further. Myth: Reading in dim light can damage your eyes. Fact: Reading in dim light can cause eye fatigue, but it will not hurt your eyes. Myth: Eating carrots will improve your vision. Fact: While it is true that carrots are high in Vitamin A, which is an essential vitamin for sight, only a small amount is necessary for good vision. Myth: There's nothing you can do about preventing sight loss. Fact: Regular eye exams and proper safety eye wear can save your sight. Myth: An eye exam is only necessary if you're having problems. Fact: Everyone should follow a proper eye health program that includes a regular eye exam, whether or not they're having any noticeable signs of problems. This article is courtesy of Prevent Blindness America, a national non-profit organization committed to fighting blindness and saving sight. Thanks for visiting Eye Surgeon USA! Labels: prevent blindness america
LASIK Can Deliver Better Than Perfect Vision
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 Get your Corrective Eye Surgery questions answered at Eye Surgery USA! Labels: 20/20 vision, Blade-Less LASIK, Wavefront LASIK
Tuesday, May 12, 2009Study Confirms Fish, Olive Oil, Nuts Help Prevent Macular Degeneration
 This may not seem like news to anyone in-the-know, but the new studies from two independent Australian research teams, which were published Monday, May 11 in the Archives of Ophthalmology and reported on CNN, provide "rigorous and well done" studies that support the findings of previous research teams."These studies are notable for that reason alone," comments Jean-Paul SanGiovanni, a scientist at the National Eye Institute in Bethesda, MD. Dr. SanGiovanni was a part of a team who first published findings that connected omega-3 fatty acids and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). "AMD is the top cause of blindness among people 65 and older living in the developed world." This is amazing news for those who suffer from AMD, as well as those who are years away from age 65, but who wish to take as many measures as possible to prevent age-related blindness. If you have questions about eye disease, prevention or questions about your own eyesight, find a licensed, highly experienced Eye Surgeon in your area. Eye Surgeon USA is your ultimate resource for information on Vision Correction and the qualified, trained Eye Surgeons that perform Vision Correction Surgery. To read the rest of the article on AMD, visit the CNN website. Labels: AMD, Find Lasik Surgeon, macular degeneration, vision correction surgery
Monday, May 11, 2009Videos and Testimonials from Eye Surgery USA
If you've found this blog, chances are you're doing research on LASIK Eye Surgery. You'll find Eye Surgery USA is your ultimate resource for the most current information on corrective eye surgery and the best surgeons available in your area today. One resource available is a Video Library of actual patient testimonials, video of the procedures themselves and information on the most cutting-edge technologies being used in the industry today. This feature allows you to step right into the operating room while a surgeon performs LASIK, follow a patient from their first consultation to post-operation results. This is one of many unique tools available to you here at Eye Surgery USA. In addition, you can:
Thanks for using Eye Surgery USA! Labels: LASIK Videos, Patient Testimonials, video library
Friday, May 8, 2009Eye Surgery USA Glossary of LASIK Terms
The staff at Eye Surgery USA understand how some of the LASIK jargon can be quite confusing and difficult to understand, which is why we provide a free glossary of LASIK terms. Learn the meanings to popular terms like PRK, Inflammation, Myopia and much, much more. It is our goal to support you and your quest for the absolute best eye care available today. You can use the Eye Surgery USA resources with confidence, knowing that our doctors are all Board Certified and up to date on the latest procedures and technologies available in the industry. Labels: glossary of LASIK terms, LASIK Glossary
Thursday, May 7, 2009Cost of LASIK Surgery
 How Much Does LASIK Cost? A big factor in deciding whether or not you get LASIK could be the price. Although there is no standard, it's not like a product with an MSRP or a list price, there does seem to be a trend in how much LASIK should be. On average, LASIK procedures cost about $1,350 per eye. Some specials may advertise $999 per eye, or even $1000 off of a procedure. And there are even reports of specials as low as $299 per eye. But people should be weary about an advertisement that goes far lower than the "going rate. "What it all comes down to is the doctor and the procedure performed. Doctors with more experience will charge as high as $3,000 per eye, but with that price you get the peace of mind that the surgeon is experienced with all different types of procedures and thousands of surgeries. Also keep in mind that regular LASIK costs less than custom or Wavefront LASIK and some of the other procedures involve more mechanical instruments and precision handling. Some clinics also charge acuity plans that will cover later surgeries if need be. To be safe, bid with the idea of "Not Too Much, Not Too Little" in mind. Just because a doctor charges $2,900 an eye doesn't mean he's the best doctor and paying too little may mean you're getting an inexperienced doctor that may end in bad results. The best way to find your best deal is to look for yourself. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Laser Eye Surgery Costs
Wednesday, May 6, 2009What is LASIK Eye Surgery?
Many people who are tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses seek the help of refractive surgeons. Refractive surgery improves vision by correcting refractive errors such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism. A high percentage of patients enjoy 20/20 vision or better after their procedure. Common refractive procedures include LASIK, PRK, LASEK, refractive lensectomy (clear lens replacement or CLR), INTACS, CK, AK and ICL. LASIK stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis. During the procedure, a thin flap is created on the cornea using a microkeratome or a femtosecond laser. This flap is then lifted, and an excimer laser reshapes corneal tissue to alter the way light enters the eye. The flap is then replaced. The entire procedure takes only 15-30 minutes per eye. Recovery time is also short, and improvement in vision can be seen within a day. Vision often continues to improve and stabilize for a few weeks. Answer provided by William L. Gonzalez, M.D. of Bowie, MD Click here to send an email to William L. Gonzalez, M.D. Labels: Blade-Less LASIK
Tuesday, May 5, 2009Realistic Expectations Yield Best Results
It's important to have realistic expectations when going in for your LASIK surgery. The last thing you want to do is set yourself up with high expectations and become disappointed with the result. You should expect to see much better than you normally did after LASIK, however, you shouldn't expect to see perfectly. Everyone's eye and issue is different, so everyone gets a slightly different result. 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. Get more information at Eye Surgery USA. Labels: LASIK expectations
Monday, May 4, 2009Licensed Eye Surgeons Featured on Eye Surgery USA!
Not sure which Eye Surgeon to start with? A good place to start is the Eye Surgery USA homepage. There you'll find the Featured Eye Surgeon section. All of our Eye Surgeons are certified, qualified and experienced Corrective Eye Surgeons and one just might be 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 resource for finding excellent Eye Surgeons, whether you need LASIK, PRK, Wavefront LASIK and Custom LASIK, Eye Surgery USA is here to point you in the right direction. Labels: Find Lasik Surgeon, LASIK Laser Eye Surgeon Search
Friday, May 1, 2009Correction of Refractive Errors
Recent advances in refractive surgery are designed to permanently reduce or eliminate the need for corrective eye wear to see objects clearly. Today, more than 3 million corneal refractive procedures are performed worldwide each year. Presently, more than 100 million patients wear contact lenses for correction of their refractive errors. To better understand refractive surgeries, one should understand how a perfectly normal eye (20/20) focuses light and what are different types of refractive errors? Let us first understand the main components of eye. read more Labels: Blade-Less LASIK, Refractive Errors
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