Cataracts After LASIK

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Cataract Surgery

Cataracts will eventually develop in most people, including those who have had LASIK. Patients with signs of cataracts before LASIK should consider not having LASIK because vision may be better corrected with the intraocular lens used for cataract surgery. How are Cataracts Developed? Cataracts are a natural clouding of the crystalline lens of the eye. […]

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How to Research LASIK Surgeons

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

If you are interested in having a vision correction procedure such as LASIK, it’s important to do your homework and properly research potential LASIK surgeons. When researching LASIK surgeons, consider the following:  Experience and Versatility. It’s important to select the most experienced LASIK surgeon you can find, who uses the most up-to-date, advanced technology. Consider […]

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Eye Surgery Types

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

From LASIK to PRK, there are several types of eye surgery available today to correct less than perfect vision. While each one has the same goal of improved eyesight, every eye surgery procedure is unique. To help you understand which type of eye surgery is right for you, here’s an overview of some of the […]

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LASIK Alternatives

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

Most patients who are over the age of 21 and in good health with no other eye conditions or diseases are generally considered good candidates for LASIK. LASIK is approved by the FDA to treat a broad range of vision problems, including nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. However, some people may not be good candidates for […]

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LASIK Complications

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

LASIK eye surgery is one of the safest procedures of its kind, with an excellent success rate. Like any medical procedure, refractive surgery carries some risk. Major complications after LASIK are extremely rare, occurring in less than 1% of all patients. Most side effects are minor and can be easily resolved. After LASIK, you may […]

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How is Laser Eye Surgery Performed?

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Ophthalmologist

LASIK laser eye surgery is a vision correction procedure that aims at permanently altering the focusing power of the eye by reshaping the cornea with a precise excimer laser. Laser eye surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure while the patient is awake. Usually both eyes are operated on at the same time, but if you prefer, […]

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Is LASIK Right for You?

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

LASIK has successfully improved the vision of millions of people, but it isn’t for everyone. Before you sign up for LASIK surgery, here are a few things to help you determine if LASIK is right for you: LASIK is surgery to a very delicate part of your eye, and cannot be reversed. You must be […]

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