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10 Things to Know Pre-LASIK Surgery When you’re preparing to undergo LASIK surgery, you might have a lot of questions. Your vision is essential, so it’s understandable (and smart!) to gather as much information about your upcoming eye procedure as possible. Some people want to know about what sort [...]

What Can LASIK Fix? If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you’ve probably found yourself dreaming of a quick fix for your eyesight. For many people, LASIK surgery is just that fix. But what can LASIK fix? Before diving into possible outcomes, it’s important to first ensure that you are [...]

What is Thin Flap LASIK? Wouldn’t it be great to get through life without depending on glasses or contact lenses? The development of Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) made the need for glasses and contact lenses obsolete for many patients. LASIK eye surgery is among the most common laser [...]

What to Expect During a LASIK Consultation If you’re interested in getting LASIK eye surgery to correct your vision, one of the first things you’ll do is schedule a LASIK consultation with an eye surgeon. However, understanding proper LASIK consultation preparation and what to ask in a LASIK consultation might [...]

Dry Eyes After LASIK Surgery Treatment As you look into LASIK surgery, you’ll want to learn as much as you can about what to expect with your procedure. Although LASIK is an incredibly safe procedure that provides consistently excellent results, it’s still important to be aware of any potential side [...]

How Long Does LASIK Surgery Last? Anytime you’re considering a surgical procedure, it’s unlikely that you’ll enter into it lightly. You’ll probably want to know whether the surgery provides a permanent solution or, if not, how long the surgery will last. It’s no different with LASIK. Since eyesight typically [...]

Is LASIK Eye Surgery Safe? If you’re considering a LASIK procedure, you probably have a lot of questions. The top question for most patients is usually, “Is LASIK safe?” From there, you’ll want to know more about the LASIK success rate, any risks associated with the surgery, and how [...]

Conventional LASIK Vs. Custom LASIK LASIK has technically been around since 1989 when the first patent was granted for the corneal flap method of laser eye surgery. The first LASIK surgery was then performed in 1990. While it wasn’t FDA approved until 1999, it quickly rose in popularity due [...]

How to Find a LASIK Surgeon Finding a LASIK surgeon can seem overwhelming at first. These are your eyes, so you should find a LASIK surgeon you feel confident about. But do you know how to find a good LASIK surgeon that will be the right fit for you? [...]