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What is LASIK ?   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,359   LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a refractive surgery designed to correct vision problems like nearsightedness (myopia),farsightedness (hyperopia),and astigmatism.It aims to improve visual acuity and reduce or eliminate dependence on glasse...

LASIK Risk Factors   created at May 24, 2009   1,251   Several factors increase the risk of complications following LASIK surgery.These include pre-existing dry eye disease,thin corneas,high myopia or hyperopia (significant nearsightedness or farsightedness),previous eye surgery or trauma,certain autoimmune di...

LASIK Surgery: Should You Treat Both Eyes Simultaneously?   updated at Dec 07, 2024   1,323   Whether to treat both eyes simultaneously during LASIK surgery is a matter of surgeon preference and patient comfort.While simultaneous treatment is faster and more convenient,some surgeons prefer a staged approach (one eye at a time) to allow for better a...

Benefits of Cataract Surgery   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,172   Cataract surgery offers a remarkable restoration of vision,effectively reversing the effects of time on your eyesight.Many patients experience vision comparable to what they enjoyed in their youth,leading to a significant improvement in their overall quali...

The detail information for Cataract Surgery   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,337   The Evolution of Cataract SurgeryCataract surgery has undergone a dramatic transformation.What was once a lengthy hospital stay involving large incisions is now a streamlined,outpatient procedure.Patients can have their cataracts removed and return home th...

What are the Symptoms of a Cataract?   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,218   Cataracts,characterized by the gradual clouding of the eye's natural lens,can significantly impact vision quality.Recognizing the symptoms is crucial for early diagnosis and treatment.This article provides a detailed overview of the common signs and sympto...

Understanding the Role of Optometrists in Eye Care   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,280   What is an Optometrist?An optometrist,designated as O.D.is a trained healthcare professional specializing in eye care.Unlike ophthalmologists,who are medical doctors and surgeons,optometrists do not perform surgical procedures.Their ability to prescribe me...

The history of the excimer laser   updated at Dec 01, 2024   1,266   The excimer laser's history began in the 1970s with the theoretical understanding of excited dimers (excimers) and their potential for lasing.Early experiments using rare gas halides like ArF and KrF demonstrated the feasibility of this technology,leading ...