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How Long Does a LASIK Eye Surgery Last on Average?
LASIK eye surgery is one of the most popular and successful treatments for correcting vision problems. The procedure is quick, gentle, and highly effective, and it typically takes just minutes to complete. However, how long does LASIK eye surgery last? The actual LASIK eye surgery procedure typically only takes about 10 minutes per eye, though the entire visit may last [...]
Does Insurance Cover LASIK Eye Surgery?
LASUK eye surgery is a popular and widely accepted procedure for improving vision. But is there such a thing as LASIK eye surgery insurance coverage? The answer is that LASIK surgery is not eligible for reimbursement under Medicare or private health insurance as it is deemed an elective procedure and, therefore, medically unnecessary. Certain vision insurance policies can assist in [...]
Eye Surgery 101: What is Lasik Eye Surgery?
The most popular method of vision correction nowadays is LASIK. Astigmatism, farsightedness, and nearsightedness can all be treated with LASIK eye surgery. The purpose of LASIK is to improve your eyesight by correcting your refractive defect. Your need for eyeglasses or contact lenses will decrease as a result of LASIK eye surgery. In most circumstances, it enables the patient [...]
How Much Lasik Eye Surgery Can Cost?
Since its introduction in 1999, LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) has become the procedure of choice for vision correction. Ophthalmologists often do it on patients with mild refractive errors who otherwise have healthy eyes. LASIK eye surgery is typically not covered by insurance because it is considered an elective procedure. In this blog, we will cover the estimated cost [...]
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 [...]
