LASIK stands for Laser Assisted Stromal In-situ Keratomileusis. Basically this means that a laser, in this case an excimer laser (Ultraviolet wavelength) is used under a flap to treat the stroma, or the main structural component of the cornea. In situ means it is done right there, and keratomileusis refers to reshaping of the eye. There are other adjectives which have been added to the LASIK description which include Custom or Wavefront type LASIK which refers to a more specialized treatment... Read Full Story
Also named nearsightedness, myopia is so common today that it is estimated to affect one-third of the population in the world. In contrast to hyperopia which deprive people from close vision, people with myopia can see up-close objects but can not manage distance things such as highway signs.
Similar with hyperopia, myopia also involves irregular eyeball shape. People with myopia have longer eyeballs than normal people, so that light rays are focused in front of the retina. Normal vision... Read Full Story
My husband is going for a consult tomorrow.
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Among various treatments for keratoconus, Intacs corneal inserts or implants are special that they insert two tiny and clear pieces of plastic polymer (intacs) into the cornea. Firstly approved for mild myopia, the Intacs implants now have been approved to be described as corneal implants for keratoconus treatment, rather than prescription inserts. Corneal implants are designed for long-term vision correction and have receives satisfying results from clinical trials and practices.
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I had lasik aweek ago and all is fine so far, does anyone know if there are any side effects down the road?
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Wavefront or custom lasik makes use of a laser to reshape the cornea in order to improve your eyesight. The term wavefront lasik comes from the sensor that is used to make a three dimensional map of your eye. The wavefront laser will not damage the eye, but it does provide an accurate map of how the retina reflects light. With this information, your lasik doctor can determine what type of reshaping will improve your vision.
As a result of the custom map generated by the wavefront laser... Read Full Story
Or can do your eyes start to go bad again immediately.
I mean if I have to buy glasses again a couple of years after the surgery, whats the point?
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The operator of LasikPlus vision correction centers plans to close 10 of its locations as it continues to deal with a drop in surgeries amid the recession. Cincinnati-based LCA-Vision Inc. also says it will lay off 70 employees, or 15 percent of its work force, as it shuts down the vision centers and scales back call center and administrative operations by year-end. LCA-Vision currently operates 71 LasikPlus outlets in 31 states and has a joint venture in Canada. Officials have not said... Read Full Story
Astigmatism is an eye alteration wherein there is an anomalous curvature of the eye lens. Ordinarily, the method to rectify astigmatism is to wear eyeglasses. In our family with 7 members, 2 of us are suffering from astigmatism, my brother and I. My brother’s astigmatism was discovered before mine. And since he already has flawed eyesight, purporting his vision is not 20/20 anymore- it just made the circumstances worse. And since Laser Vision Corection was not that ordinarily offered and... Read Full Story
By Terry Lamb Find an eye doctor near you. When selecting the best eye doctor in your area, there are a number of factors to consider. You want one that is affordable and has a good reputation. A doctor that is referred to by a friend or family may work out well. That way you know that he/she has done satisfactory work. You can feel a little more assurance knowing that your family/friends have gone to this particular doctor and have had a good enough experience to give him/her a reference... Read Full Story
