Laser Eye Surgery » eye correction

Reduce the risks of bad LASIK surgery…

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:16:00 +0000

If you are thinking about Lasik vision correction surgery but are concerned about the risks, you must understand that any surgical procedure, not just eye surgery, carries an amount of risk.

However the laser eye correction procedures performed today are much safer than when this form of treatment was first introduced. It is extremely rare for complications to occur involving the loss of sight, and minor complications can be resolved with additional procedures or medical treatment.

Of course, it would be extremely helpful if you knew a friend or relative who has had this treatment and can recommend their surgeon. However, if this is not the case, take your time researching laser surgery, the advantages as well as the disadvantages. The first step to take to endeavour to reduce the risk of having bad Lasik vision correction surgery is to thoroughly research each aspect of the project. Know and understand your eye problem.

Read the full article “How to reduce the risk of bad LASIK surgery…” at EyeInfo.com

Common Eye Conditions Explored….

admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:38:34 +0000

Patients with astigmatism can have difficulty with objects at either short range or distant range, or both. Some people who do not wear glasses can have astigmatism without realising it, with common symptoms including eye strain, the need to squint to clarify words and letters (squinting compresses the shape of the eye back to ‘normal’) and resulting headaches.

A large proportion of people who discover they need corrective glasses learn that they have astigmatism. Laser eye surgery can be used as….

Read the full article “Common Eye Conditions Explored” at EyeInfo.com

What to expect during laser eye surgery…

admin — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:43:51 +0000

You have carried out your laser eye surgery research, chosen your ophthalmology surgeon, your eyes have been examined thoroughly by him/her and you have had a detailed discussion with the surgeon regarding your eye correction surgery, your general health, and any medication you take.

On the day of your eye correction surgery, it is imperative that you do not use any creams, make-up or lotions as the eye area must be scrupulously clean.

Some surgeons will supply a special soap and gentle brush asking you to scrub the eyelids and surrounding area prior to your …..

Read the full article “What to Expect During Laser Eye Surgery” at EyeInfo.com