So you’ve gone through the LASIK consultation, know you’re a good LASIK candidate, and have scheduled your procedure. The end goal of the procedure is better vision and freedom from glasses and contact lenses. Did you know that your journey does not end right after the LASIK
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Thinking about getting LASIK? It can reduce or get rid of your need to wear glasses or use visual aids. That is the case with most LASIK patients. But some patients still need reading glasses. LASIK corrects refractive errors. These are vision errors caused by a misshapen cornea.
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Every month, the American Association of Ophthalmology features an observance. They do this to bring awareness to particular issues about healthy eyes. The topic for December is Safe Toys and Celebrations. This is a very apt topic given that the last month of the year is filled with lots of holiday cheer. There may be […]
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Are cataracts robbing you of clear vision? You’re not alone. Many people experience the onset of cataracts as they age. Cataracts can develop in one or both eyes. Cataracts occur when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy. They can cause blurry vision, trouble with seeing at night, and even vision loss. They can keep you from […]
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Thinking about scheduling your LASIK surgery? You won’t regret it. What’s not to love about a lifetime of perfect vision? You can finally say goodbye to your glasses and contact lenses. You can even wake up in the morning and be able to see everything around you!But one thing that
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Do you know the differences between an ophthalmologist, an optometrist, and an optician? One is a licensed medical doctor, which is an ophthalmologist. They are licensed to diagnose eye diseases. They also perform eye surgery. One is a licensed doctor of optometry. They are licensed to diagnose and prescribe treatment for eye diseases. They are
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You may expect adults to suffer from vision problems, but they are something that children can have as well. In August every year, the eye care community focuses on raising awareness about potential problems that children can
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Dry eyes affect almost everybody at some point in their lives. It’s only becoming more prevalent. Over 16 million Americans have dry eye syndrome. In reality, the actual number is likely much higher. About half of all adults experience dry eye symptoms like redness, fatigued eyes, swelling, and itchiness.
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Recovery is one of the necessary parts of having surgery, even for the simplest of operations. That doesn’t mean you just have to quietly suffer through it. In every recovery process, there are ways for you to be proactive. This allows you to simplify your recovery and make the transition to being healthy again easier.
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Not everyone can get LASIK. While the surgery is very safe, this is for people that meet the LASIK criteria of success. To qualify for LASIK, you need to go through a consultation. You can schedule one at Chesen Laser Eye Center in West Reading, PA. You may notice that one of the things
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