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Research: Refractive errors and quality of life
Research: Refractive errors and quality of life

Refractive errors and quality of life

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 30, 2023
  • Post category:Research
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The effect of uncorrected refractive errors is often studied but what about being dependent on glasses and contacts? Does that influence your quality of life?

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Make-up and Eye Health
Make-up and Eye Health

Make-up and Eye Health

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 30, 2023
  • Post category:General Facts
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Eye makeup when applied and removed correctly should not be harmful to your eye health but there are certain risks involved in the use of eye makeup.

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FAQ: Can LASIK be done without a blade?
FAQ: Can LASIK be done without a blade?

Is there blade-less LASIK?

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 30, 2023
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Blade-less LASIK involves a femtosecond laser that creates millions of micron-sized bubbles at pre-determined positions inside the cornea that gently separate the layers of corneal tissue.

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FAQ: Is LASIK painful?
FAQ: Is LASIK painful?

Is LASIK a painful procedure?

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 30, 2023
  • Post category:LASIK FAQ
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Fortunately, most patients agree that it is a pain-free procedure. You may experience some discomfort like someone is pressing on your eye.

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FAQ: How much time will LASIK take?
FAQ: How much time will LASIK take?

How much time will LASIK take?

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 30, 2023
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The procedure itself takes about 15 minutes per eye.

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Facts & Myths: Glasses, contacts, LASIK
Facts & Myths: Glasses, contacts, LASIK

Facts & Myths: Glasses and contacts

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 29, 2023
  • Post category:LASIK Facts & Myths
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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.

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LASIK recovery
FAQ: LASIK recovery

How long will it take to recover after LASIK?

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 28, 2023
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Healing is different for each patient. There is no set timeline for recovery.

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Does LASIK wear off?
Does LASIK wear off?

How long does LASIK last?

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 28, 2023
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LASIK is a laser vision correction procedure that treats refractive errors permanently.

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FAQ: Swimming and LASIK
FAQ: Swimming and LASIK

Swimming after LASIK

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 28, 2023
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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 and deep-sea adventures will have to be at least a month after surgery.

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Facts & Myths: Professional Athletes
Facts & Myths: Professional Athletes

Facts & Myths: Professional Athletes

  • Post author:Heike Schreiber
  • Post published:June 28, 2023
  • Post category:LASIK Facts & Myths
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Myth: People with refractive errors cannot excel in sports. Fact: Many professional athletes wear contact lenses or had LASIK.

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