Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is a procedure used to treat cataracts where changes in the lens of the eye cause cloudy, blurry or misty vision. The lens is the crystalline structure that sits just behind your pupil, which is the black circle in the center of your eye. Cataracts occur when changes in the lens of the […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Dry Eye Treatment
A healthy eye is hydrated by a film of tears. However, those who suffer from dry eye syndrome do not produce enough quality tears to keep the surface of the eye sufficiently moist throughout the day. The result is an irritated eye that may affect vision, and if left untreated, can cause damage to the […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery
For many glasses or contact lens wearers, there comes a time when they say enough is enough and decide to have LASIK. So, when is the best time to have LASIK? When your eyes and prescription are stable: Teenagers and many young adults often experience changes in their contact lens prescription and eyeglass prescription from […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss among people age 50 and older, affecting more than 10 million Americans. It causes damage to the macula, a small spot near the center of the retina and the part of the eye needed for sharp, central vision, which lets us see objects that […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery
LASIK surgery is the most popular laser vision correction procedure performed today, and for good reason. Ongoing advancements in laser technology and ophthalmology have made way for successful surgeries and better visual outcomes. At Carolinas Centers for Sight in Florence, our doctors utilize the latest advancements in LASIK surgery to offer patients the best possible […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery
If you have made the decision to undergo LASIK laser vision correction surgery, you may be anxious to schedule your procedure as soon as possible. Millions of patients have benefited from LASIK, but there are times when LASIK may have to wait. During Pregnancy – Due to hormone fluctuations that occur during pregnancy and while […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery
LASIK is a popular and advanced treatment for improving vision. LASIK is used to treat refractive errors of the eye. In most cases, these errors happen because the shape of the eye isn’t quite right and, as a result, light doesn’t focus on the retina the way it should. In some cases, refractive errors are […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery
For the right candidate, LASIK can be an incredibly effective way to address refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. However, if you are not a good candidate, LASIK risks are much higher when you undergo this procedure. To be considered a good candidate for LASIK eye surgery in Florence, you should meet the […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery
Full LASIK recovery takes between three and six months, but most people say they see a difference in as little as 24-hours after surgery. Your individual recovery time will be different because no two people heal exactly the same way. In general, patients can expect the following during their LASIK recovery time: Day One Following […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery
LASIK refractive surgery has helped millions of people around the world achieve better vision. If you are considering laser vision correction, it can be helpful to know what to expect from LASIK before scheduling your procedure. Before LASIK in Florence, patients visit Carolinas Centers for Sight to get their eyes thoroughly examined, talk about what […]
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