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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Myopia: Is There A Cure for Nearsightedness?
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Can I Get LASIK if I Have Myopia?
Have you been told that you have myopia? Many patients hear the term and worry that they have a serious eye problem and are no longer a candidate for LASIK surgery. Myopia may sound scary, but it’s a complicated word with a simple definition. If you have myopia, you are nearsighted. This is the most common…
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Can I Go Swimming After LASIK?
Summer means lounging by the pool, but what if you’ve just had LASIK? Can you swim after LASIK? How long do you need to stay out of the water? Find out answers to your biggest post-LASIK swimming questions below. Can you have LASIK and a summer of swimming too? Swimming and Glasses- It Isn’t Always…
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Glasses vs. LASIK
Glasses or LASIK? If you ask us, hands down, LASIK wins every time. Don’t take our word for it though. Compare the two and see which option is best for you. If LASIK wins, give us a call and schedule your consultation at Will Vision & Laser Centers. We are the premier provider of refractive surgery…
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Tips for Exercising with Glasses
If you’ve tried exercising with glasses, you know the experience can be unpleasant. Sweaty lenses, frames that fall off your nose while you run, and trying to lift weights when you can’t see are just a few of the many problems glasses wearers experience at the gym. What can you do? These tips will help…
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Ditch the “Dad Glasses” and Get LASIK for Father’s Day
Make your Father’s Day dreams come true this year and treat yourself to better vision. With LASIK, you can ditch those annoying glasses and contacts and discover your best vision. Dr. Will is a leading refractive surgeon, one of the best in the Pacific Northwest. We offer the best-of-the-best technologies in LASIK vision correction including Bladeless LASIK….
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How to Choose a LASIK Surgeon
What qualities should you look for in a LASIK surgeon? Price? Convenient location? Popularity? These qualities are big selling points for many people, but they shouldn’t be the primary factors guiding your LASIK decision. Learn how to choose a LASIK surgeon below. What Qualifications Should I Look for in a LASIK Surgeon? Choosing a LASIK surgeon…
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Is Smoking Bad for Your Eyes?
Smoking isn’t good for your body, not for your heart, not for your lungs, and surprisingly to some, not for your eyes. Here’s what you need to know to protect your body, and your eyes, from the deadly effects of cigarettes. How Does Smoking Harm the Eyes? Smoking is linked to a leading cause of…
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Can I Get LASIK if I Have an Astigmatism?
Have you been told that LASIK isn’t possible because of an astigmatism or other vision problem? If you’ve been turned down for LASIK by another refractive surgeon, come see us at Will Vision. We use leading edge technology to provide LASIK to many patients who thought corrective visionsurgery was impossible. Astigmatism, extreme nearsightedness or farsightedness, and…
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How Close Is Too Close to the TV?
“Don’t sit too close to the TV, you’ll ruin your eyes.” We’ve all been told a time or two that sitting too close to the TV can ruin vision. Does it really? How close is too close to the TV? Find out below. Does Sitting Close to the TV Damage Your Vision? When you watch…