Aug 27, 2014 | Educational Series, Eye Health & Wellness, Eye Health Tips, Frequently Asked Questions, Lasik, LASIK Explained, Lifestyle & Vision, Uncategorized
Researchers in Germany have uncovered a possible link between spending more years in school and the prevalence and severity of nearsightedness. In the Gutenberg Health Study, they looked at 4,658 Germans ages 35-74 who had myopia (nearsightedness), which causes...
Aug 12, 2014 | Educational Series, Eye Health & Wellness, Eye Health Tips, Frequently Asked Questions, Lasik, LASIK Explained
Conjunctivitis is aptly named “pink eye” because the eyes actually look pink, red or bloodshot due to an inflammation of the clear membranes on the white of the eyes and inside the eyelids. This is a highly contagious condition that is easily spread when it is caused...
Jul 23, 2014 | Educational Series, Eye Health & Wellness, Eye Health Tips, Frequently Asked Questions, Lasik, LASIK Explained, Lifestyle & Vision, Preventative Care, Uncategorized
We all know that alcohol impairs judgment and coordination and slows reaction time. But here is yet another reason to cut back on your alcohol consumption: A study coming out of the University of Grenada has shown that overconsumption can also adversely affect your...
Jul 9, 2014 | Choosing Glasses, Eye Health & Wellness, Eyewear Fashion, Fashion and Eyewear Trends, Frequently Asked Questions, Lifestyle & Vision, Uncategorized
One of the top benefits that LASIK vision correction provides is the opportunity to wear any type of sunglasses you want. Patients who achieve 20/20 vision after LASIK are usually excited to get rid of their expensive prescription sunglasses and start choosing a...
Jul 3, 2014 | Educational Series, Eye Health & Wellness, Eye Health Tips, Frequently Asked Questions, Lasik, LASIK Explained
A recent study has measured patient satisfaction with LASIK compared to contact lenses for vision correction. The study found that LASIK results in fewer vision problems with night driving both with former contact lens wearers and former glasses wearers. However,...