Vision problems are a common, if not inevitable, part of the aging process. Some issues are annoying, while others are eye diseases that may lead to blindness if left untreated. Early detection is the secret to solving eye problems before they increase in severity. However, this can only come through regular eye examinations and looking…
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10 Warning Signs of Age-Related Eye Problems
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Myopia: Is There A Cure for Nearsightedness?
Myopia is defined as a problem seeing things far away. Although nearsightedness affects all ages, the constant use of digital screens on smartphones, tablets, and computers has increased its risk with children. But you might ask – if you or your children struggle with nearsightedness, is there a cure? Since the advent of smartphones and…
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Bladed vs. Bladeless Lasik
There seems to be some confusion about bladed and bladeless Lasik. You would think the procedures have vast differences in performance and results. But a more accurate comparison is simple. The difference is only how your surgeon performs the step to create the corneal flap. Other than that, the surgeries are essentially the same. Although…
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Do I Have To Be Awake During LASIK Eye Surgery?
LASIK eye surgery can be a great option to permanently correct your vision and to finally get rid of those annoying glasses and often time-consuming contact lenses. While technically considered a surgical procedure, LASIK is minimally invasive with patients able to recovery at home due to quick nature and the reduced recovery time needed. In…
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Can You Have LASIK if You’re Pregnant?
Pregnancy is a time of change, not just for your body, but for the eyes too. Is LASIK safe during pregnancy? Is it best to wait for your refractive eye surgery until after baby arrives? Learn about pregnancy’s impact on vision and how LASIK surgery fits in. Pregnancy and the Eyes No need to question…
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What Are the Risks of LASIK?
Laser eye surgery has an admirable safety history and a high success rate. Since LASIK’s inception, millions of procedures have been safely performed. However, as with any surgery, LASIK carries risks. Though complications rarely occur, it is your responsibility as an informed patient to understand and accept the risks. Here, the Will Vision & Laser Centers team…