Can you swim after Lasik?
Yes, you can swim after Lasik! Spring is the best time to have laser vision correction as you can resume some water activities after just two weeks after surgery. Diving…
Is Lasik Painful?
Fortunately, most patients agree that it is a pain-free procedure. You may experience some discomfort like someone is pressing on your eye. Numbing eye drops are used to keep your…
Does LASIK wear off?
LASIK is a laser vision correction procedure that treats refractive errors permanently. No medical procedure is without any risk. The important thing is to weigh the risks and benefits of…
How long will it take to recover after LASIK?
How long will it take to recover after LASIK? Immediately after surgery, you should plan to rest your eyes for 6-12 hours. Consider taking a nap. The day after surgery…
Can the Laser used in LASIK burn your eyes?
MYTH: Some people believe that a laser used for LASIK can burn your eyes. FACT: All laser eye surgeries, including LASIK, use "cold" lasers that will not burn the surface…
Are glasses and contacts cheaper than LASIK?
Myth: Glasses and contacts are cheaper than LASIK. Fact: Not taking into consideration that seeing without a visual aid is priceless, LASIK can actually save you money. When looking at…
What is the best age and life stage to get laser vision correction?
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the next best time is now. With laser vision correction the best time is when you are 18, but the next best time is now, if you want clear, effortless vision.
Refractive errors and how it effects your quality of life.
Refractive errors and quality of life The effect of uncorrected refractive errors is often studied but what about being dependent on glasses and contacts? Does that influence your quality of…
Not sure what to expect from LASIK?
Here are some educational videos about the procedure and its outcomes. This Lasik Information Playlist includes: What is refractive surgeryLasik IntroductionLASIK: The procedurePRK: The procedureWavefront LASIK View Video
Many professional athletes wear contact lenses or had LASIK.
Wearing glasses not only creates interference but may also lead to severe injuries. The advent of contact lenses and LASIK has played a pivotal role in ensuring that an athlete’s career is not derailed just because he/ she must wear glasses.
