Posted by:
Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
At some point in our lives, nearly all of us will need to have cataract surgery. It’s a common outpatient procedure that the board-certified ophthalmologists at Carolinas Centers for Sight, P.C. can complete in a matter of minutes in our state-of-the-art surgery facility, Florence Surgery and Laser Center. Just as with many other medical advancements, […]
Read
More
Posted by:
Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens that can make it hard for you to see. The condition is most common in older people, but anyone can have one. As cataracts grow, they can cause symptoms that interfere with daily activities. Cataracts can cause dim, blurred, yellow or double vision. This can make […]
Read
More
Posted by:
Carolinas Center for Sight
in LASIK Surgery
The average cost of LASIK eye surgery is more than $2,000 per eye. You may be tempted by cheap LASIK surgery prices that are advertised. These low cost rates may seem appealing until you realize what you are really being offered. The Top 3 Reason to Avoid Cheap LASIK: Technology: Most cheap LASIK eye surgery […]
Read
More
Posted by:
Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Health
As we age, our vision begins to deteriorate. Proper health and eye care are essential to long-lasting vision success. For those over age 60, it is especially beneficial to understand how to properly care for your eyes to ensure the best possible vision as you get older. There are several simple ways to maintain good […]
Read
More
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
More
Posted 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
More
Posted 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
More
Posted 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
More
Posted 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
More
Posted 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
More
