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Important Facts About Laser Hair Removal
Decades ago, it seemed like we only had barbaric ways to get rid of unwanted hair. Even though waxing, plucking, and shaving are effective, they are not without drawbacks. We have all felt the sting of a hot wax strip or the searing pain of a razor burn. So when laser hair removal came on the scene, it's no [...]
Blurry Vision Causes: Are Dry Eyes the Culprit?
Not being able to see clearly is annoying. If you’ve suffered from blurry vision, you know how uncomfortable it’s to squint all the time to see well. But blurry vision can happen to anyone, even if they wear glasses. Even though blurred vision may not necessarily indicate a major problem, some cases should be taken seriously. When your eye [...]
LenSx Laser and Astigmatism
Having astigmatism means that you'll need either corrective lenses or surgery to see clearly. The surgery is called refractive surgery and is among the most common types of eye surgery. With today's technology, lasers can perform precise eye surgery. This procedure may reduce your reliance on glasses or contact lenses. The LenSx Laser is a blade-free surgical option for [...]
The 4 Types of Cataract Lenses
Cataracts cause your eyesight to become blurry and distorted, making it impossible for you to see clearly. During cataract surgery, your eye's natural lens will be surgically removed and replaced with a prosthetic intraocular lens. Various manufacturers make cataract surgery lenses. There are generally 4 types of cataract lenses that can be implanted during surgery, although each manufacturer uses [...]
Light Adjustable Lenses: The New Standard in Eye Care
The elasticity of the eye's natural lens decreases with age, making it more challenging to focus on nearby objects. To see clearly in these conditions, people may need light-adjustable lenses. In the United States, cataract surgery is one of the most common procedures, with more than 3.7 million treatments annually with a relatively low complication rate. In the past, [...]
What Is a Light Adjustable Lens? Is It Worth It?
When the eye's natural lens gets clouded as a result of cataracts, it greatly impairs your eyesight and makes it difficult to complete daily chores. If you have cataracts, the only option is to have cataract surgery.Cloudy natural lenses are surgically removed during cataract surgery and replaced with an intraocular lens implant (IOL). The basic lens implant often used today [...]
Glaucoma Progression: What Is It, What Are the Symptoms, and How Quickly Does It Progress?
About 3 million Americans suffer from glaucoma. This disease is the second most common cause of blindness globally. There are frequently no early signs, which is why 50 percent of patients are unaware of glaucoma progression. In this article, we'll discuss glaucoma symptoms, how it affects vision, and how you can prevent further loss of sight with the help of [...]
Is There a Genetic Factor for Glaucoma?
Risk factors for glaucoma include things like eye pressure that's too high, eye injuries, and hereditary predisposition. In fact, it is believed that genetic factors play a crucial role in all major types of glaucoma. Is glaucoma hereditary? In this article, we'll look into the possibility of a genetic link between glaucoma and discuss preventative measures for those at high [...]
SkinPen Removal: What Does a SkinPen Treatment do?
Your skin is the first thing a person notices about you. For this reason, it's a huge part of whether you are comfortable and confident. Can you honestly say your skin makes you feel good about yourself? When it comes to beautiful skin, the smallest things can make the biggest difference. This includes wrinkles and acne, even old acne scars. [...]
Stretch Mark Removal: Can Stretch Marks be Removed?
Our skin is pretty amazing! It grows, twists, moves with us, heels when it's injured, and even stretches. That's not to say it does all of this without damage, of course. If your skin has stretched a significant amount in a short period of time, you may have stretch marks. Stretch marks are very common. Healthline tells us that data [...]
