6 Signs You Can Handle A Procedure Like LASIK
Are you thinking about getting LASIK eye surgery? Are you worried about being able to handle the procedure? LASIK is an elective procedure that you need to qualify for. But more than that, you need to know you can handle getting a procedure like LASIK. There’s a lot that you need to know for a…
Read MoreWhen Can I Drive After LASIK?
Are you thinking about scheduling LASIK eye surgery? Are you worried about not being able to drive after LASIK? Making the decision to get surgery like LASIK is big. You have to consider what the surgery is, how long it takes to recover and what your limits are post-surgery. Getting surgery and recovering can impact…
Read MoreAre You Prepared For LASIK?
Are you getting excited about your LASIK eye surgery? Have you been thinking about all the different things you need to do to prepare? Making sure to take the time to prepare will calm you down before undergoing LASIK. Don’t forget that a well-informed patient is a happy one as well! Our team understands that…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Reason?
By Terrence Doherty, MD Don’t you love that feeling of excitement when you first arrive at the destination of your long-awaited and well-deserved vacation? You open balcony doors and take in the beautiful ocean view and fresh salty air. It’s going to be a great week of relaxation and sunny weather. You begin to unpack…
Read MoreLASIK Facts You Should Know
1. LASIK stands for Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis. (We agree that the acronym is so much easier to pronounce.) 2. LASIK eye surgery was first introduced in the 1990s, which is when it became FDA approved. 3. Millions of people around the world have had LASIK. It’s also one of the most popular elective procedures…
Read MoreDeciding To Get LASIK Eye Surgery
Deciding to get LASIK is a pretty big deal, especially if you have worn glasses since childhood! Laser eye surgery has helped millions of people see without glasses or contacts. But like any surgery, not everyone will be a good candidate for LASIK. Keep reading to learn more about what goes into LASIK candidacy! LASIK…
Read MoreIs LASIK The Right Choice For You?
Considering LASIK? It probably won’t surprise you to learn that it’s one of the most popular procedures! Since its introduction, LASIK has become a modern procedure thanks to advanced technology. With better technology, LASIK is now safer and more reliable than ever before! LASIK offers millions of patients the opportunity to experience visual freedom. Keep…
Read MoreCan You Trust LASIK Lifetime Guarantees?
Those LASIK “Lifetime Guarantees” sure sound amazing, don’t they? LASIK procedures don’t come cheap, after all. This makes lifetime guarantees seem like they are too good to be true. It might even take a bit of the sting you’re feeling from the total LASIK cost your LASIK surgeon quoted you. And that’s the rub. You…
Read MoreProtecting Your Eyes After LASIK: Are Your Sunglasses Doing the Job?
by Dr. Kathryn Barberic, OD Summer is on its way! Choosing the best protection after LASIK: Are you wearing the right pair of sunglasses? Spring is finally here, thank goodness, and summer is right around the corner. Along with the warmer weather comes a lot more fun in the sun- fishing outings, trips to the…
Read MoreWhat Does LASIK Stand For?
L-A-S-I-K: Breaking Down the Acronym We use plenty of acronyms on a daily basis. You might’ve already texted an LOL to your BFF today, or visited an ATM on your way to the MD’s office. But if you are wondering what does LASIK stand for, the words that spell out the acronym aren’t as well…
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