Yearly Archives: 2016

Visian ICL became one of the most effective procedures for correcting myopia. Visian ICL became the type of procedure that does not involve cutting or reshaping of the cornea. Visian ICL, the ICL stands for implantable collamer lens. The surgeon implants the lens behind the pupil of the eyes. As one of the latest eye […]

The sights, sound, and smells of the Christmas season give people some of the best couple and family memories over the years. The stories from gift giving range from what a person did not wish to receive to getting something you never dreamed of having. Over the years, giving the most appropriate and loving Christmas […]

Refractive surgery continues to improve and become more specialized. New technology results in improving vision in areas never considered before or age groups so keeping up with recent trends matter. What was not possible five years ago may become possible. The 2015 International Society of Refractive Surgery presented findings of preferences of doctors along with […]

Before long the holidays will be here. Holidays bring a special beauty with all the decorations and activities to people’s lives. Mostly visual the enjoyment comes from walking around and seeing the sites as well as visiting family and friends. For some people the world becomes dim and fuzzy. Often people do not realize they […]

Visian ICL developed as a procedure for correcting myopia. FDA approved the procedure. It has been performed on people with myopia who are not good candidates for Lasik. Unlike the Lasik procedure, Visian ICL does not require reshaping of the eye. Instead, the Visian ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) implants behind the iris. This makes recovery […]

A femtosecond defines as one millionth of one billionth of a second. Femtosecond lasers perform surgery in those types of time frames. These types of lasers prove especially useful for cataract surgery which is surgery done on the lens of the eye. These systems offer computer guided laser precision on the eye making surgery possible, […]

Cell reprogramming could be the antidote for millions of glaucoma patients and patients of other macular degeneration eye diseases. In the technique of cell reprogramming, retina cells are reprogrammed to become stem cells. This aspect makes these cells start producing new neurons. Therefore, the production of new neurons indicates a potential reverse of formerly irreversible […]

A common myth exists that LASIK causes vertigo. But this myth is just that – a myth. The reality is that this surgery developed as a cornea reshaping procedure. Eye surgeons utilize lasers to conduct this procedure. No incision involved, and absolutely no blood loss. Therefore, there is no reason as to why this procedure […]

Refractive surgery using the LASIK procedure has been proven highly successful as far as from a doctor’s perspective. What about the patient’s opinion? The FDA had a set of studies done called Prowl 1 and Prowl 2. The FDA created a computer based questionnaire so laser eye surgery patients could report the outcomes of their […]

If you thought only people with weak eyesight wear contact lenses, then you are wrong. When Halloween approaches, many people are seen buying costume contact lenses or cosmetic contacts to complete their Halloween outfits. Ever seen those fiery eyes with a cat costume around the holidays? Yes, those are decorative contacts. Before you indulge in […]