What you should know about LASIK and presbyopia
Laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis or LASIK is a medical procedure for the treatment of myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. It is also used in the treatment of presbyopia. What is presbyopia? Presbyopia is a condition that is commonly associated with age. As one gets older, the eye’s ability to focus diminishes. Normally, or at least […]
What you should know about LASIK and pregnancy
Laser in-situ keratomileusis, more commonly known as LASIK, is now one of the most popular forms of surgery for those who are suffering from astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. The surgery involves reshaping the cornea of the eye in order for the light to pass through it and focus on the retina. Once the cornea is […]
What is LASIK Dry Eye?
Dry eye is a condition resulting from LASIK surgery. It is a common condition during the recovery period. However, it can also occur before the surgery in what is called induced dry eyes. If you are thinking about having a LASIK procedure, here are important facts about dry eyes that you should know. What is Dry […]
Top reasons why you should stay away from cheaply advertised LASIK surgery
Laser eye surgery is a moderately expensive medical treatment. The price of this surgery is generally high. In the case of refractive surgery, good treatment comes at a high price holds good. As with anything, there is good news and bad news. The good news is that LASIK specialists such as Houston LASIK & Eye […]
Gift your loved one with LASIK on Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s Day presents the perfect opportunity to gift a loved one a special moment to cherish. Take them to a LASIK eye surgery clinic and gift them the power of sight. Visit Houston LASIK & Eye in Houston on this special day and be consulted by leading practitioners. Take advantage of special financing options or […]
You’re never too old to get spanking clean, sharp, and super clear vision with LASIK eye surgery
Before anything, the need of the hour is a qualified assessment of your eyes to check if you can have refractive eye treatment or not. A suitable candidate would generally be eighteen years of age and with no eyesight problems for the past year. Is there an upper age limit? It’s not necessary, but it […]
Post-Operative Care: Restrictions Following LASIK
Life following LASIK may be temporarily uncomfortable. You may experience feelings of discomfort in the form of blurry vision, eye irritation, tearing, and light sensitivity. These feelings will resolve six hours after your laser eye surgery. To manage these symptoms, your surgeon may prescribe a pain reliever. It is not unusual to experience dry eyes […]
Dry Eye and LASIK Surgery
Dry eyes are one of the most common LASIK side effects, affecting 50% of post-operative patients. The condition, which is part of the healing process of the cornea, often presents itself in the form of blurry vision as well as itching, redness, or soreness of the eye. It typically goes away after a few weeks. […]
Can LASIK Be Repeated?
At Houston LASIK & Eye, eye doctors are upfront about what patients can expect from LASIK. They explain that the procedure has a high success rate, but some will need to have more than one procedure. The award-winning, Houston-based clinic says that some patients may require enhancement or touch up surgery to achieve their desired […]
Why iLASIK is the right choice for you…and how you can afford it
Why iLASIK is the right choice for you iLasik is the right treatment to correct your vision because it simply works. iLASIK is for people with mild to severe nearsightedness and mild to severe farsightedness. It is also for people with astigmatism as it can correct all types of astigmatism. Compared with the standard LASIK, […]
