What’s better than spending time soaking up the sun? Here in Houston, it can feel like summer all year long. But for your eyes, it can take its toll in unexpected ways. If you’ve noticed a pink, fleshy growth on the surface of your eye, you might have something called pterygium. Here’s the good news: […]
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LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a popular vision correction surgery that reshapes the cornea to correct refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. However, not everyone is a suitable candidate for LASIK due to certain medical or ocular conditions. Fortunately, there are several alternative vision correction solutions available. This article goes over some […]
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LASIK in Houston. Who do you recommend? Who to stay away from? Obviously we recommend Mattoli Vision for LASIK in Houston. One main theme that sticks out in this post is the recommendation to avoid discount LASIK chains. Anyone know good places to get LASIK in Houston? “Dr. Mattioli on 59. Incredible experience. Free consult. […]
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Can LASIK Fix an Astigmatism? Yes, LASIK can be an effective treatment for astigmatism in many patients. Both LASIK and PRK can correct astigmatism by reshaping the cornea to improve vision. How Does LASIK Astigmatism? LASIK surgery for astigmatism by using an ultraviolet laser to reshaping the cornea and improve the way light enters the […]
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Can LASIK Fix Myopia (Nearsightedness)? Yes, LASIK can be an effective treatment for nearsightedness, which is the result of a misshapen cornea. How Does LASIK Fix Nearsightedness? LASIK surgery uses an ultraviolet laser to change the shape of the cornea so that light is focused correctly on the retina, fixing the refractive error that causes […]
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Can LASIK Fix Hyperopia (Farsightedness)? Yes, LASIK can be an effective treatment for farsightedness, which is the result of a misshapen cornea. How Does LASIK Fix Farsightedness? LASIK surgery uses an ultraviolet laser to change the shape of the cornea so that light is focused correctly on the retina, fixing the refractive error that causes […]
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For those interested in LASIK surgery, the road leading to 20/20 vision can be nerve-wracking. However, having a trusted surgeon by your side to ease your fears and concerns is the best way to prepare yourself for the procedure. While the procedure itself takes only 10-15 minutes or less, there is a lot that goes […]
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Sean Jones is a former NFL player for the Los Angeles Raiders, Houston Oilers, and the Green Bay Packers. In 1997, he won Super Bowl XXXI with the Packers and has continued to inspire others by becoming a co-host on SportsTalk 790. The other day he undertook another incredible feat – losing his glasses and […]
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How Can I Treat My Blurry Vision? Blurred vision may be caused by a number of different conditions, including the following: If blurred vision only occurs when looking at objects nearby, however, you may be suffering from presbyopia, a common condition that typically affects adults over 40. Unlike other focusing problems, presbyopia is not typically […]
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What Is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is caused by an irregularity or deformity in the shape of the cornea or lens that causes light to be refracted improperly. Rather than presenting a regular curve like a sphere, the cornea or lens of an individual with astigmatism is irregularly shaped and may be elongated to form an ellipsoid. […]
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