Myopia, or Nearsightedness, is usually caused by an eye that has grown to a larger diameter than it needs to be for the focusing power of the cornea/lens combination at the front of that eye. The degree of myopia is typically proportional to the size of the...
The default focal point of the normal human eye is way off at the horizon. To pull the focus up close requires a physical change in the shape and thickness of the natural lens of the eye called "accommodation." This change in focusing power is...
Before you consider getting or upgrading progressive lenses, there are a few things you should know. First, you should know the story behind progressive lenses. Where did they come from? Why are there so many choices? The story of eye glass technology is not just neat, it...
There are many reasons a patient might not be a good candidate for LASIK. 1) You are too nearsighted! There is a direct, proportional relationship between how much myopia (nearsightedness) you want to treat and how much cornea will be removed to accomplish that. Once you go beyond somewhere...
What are the benefits of LASIK eye surgery? As EyeSmart notes, LASIK reshapes the cornea and changes its focusing power, which is why a majority of LASIK patients find their vision improved enough that they no longer need glasses or contact lenses. Many patients achieve...
The old story of a cataract needing to "ripen" before it could be safely treated surgically should be abandoned. In the late 1970s, the shift to small incision surgery with lens implants was just beginning. Prior to that, cataracts (the hardened and opacified natural lens) had to be manually...
No 3rd party commercial (like BC/BS) nor governmental health insurance (Medicare, Medicaid, Tri-Star) pays for LASIK. Some insurance policies have a discount available for policy-holders, but it is typically of only marginal help. ...
Morris Waxler, Ph.D was involved in the early approval of LASIK as a non-clinical advisor on its safety and efficacy-but has not worked there for many years. [He is not an actual medical doctor who treats patients.] As to why he is so vocal about banning LASIK,...
If you're considering laser eye surgery, you're probably wondering about the difference between LASIK and PRK/LASEK surgeries. Each of these methods has its benefits for particular patients and conditions. They all treat refractive vision errors, so which one is right for you? What Does Each Procedure...
I wonder if you might be referring to an ICL rather than an IOL? The difference is that an ICL (Intraocular Collamer Lens) is used for myopia correction by being "added on" over the existing natural lens while an IOL (Intraocular Lens) is used to REPLACE...