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5 Misconceptions about Cataracts
In spite of cataracts being so common, myths and misinformation about the condition abound. Without consulting an ophthalmologist, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. Luckily, the cataract surgeons at Laser Eye Center™ are always available to set the record straight. Read on as our team dispels some of the most common misconceptions…
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Why Your 20s and 30s Are a Perfect Time for LASIK
Although there is no “perfect age” for LASIK surgery, many people choose to take advantage of the vision correction procedure early in life. In fact, over half of all LASIK procedures are performed on adults under the age of 30. Take a moment to learn why your 20s and 30s are a perfect time to…
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How Do Cataracts Affect Vision?
Cataracts, or a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, affects 25 million Americans over the age of 40. The visual effects of cataracts can be devastating, further robbing you of your vision, independence and quality of life. To give you a better idea of exactly how cataracts impact vision, the Laser Eye Center™ team shares…
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Things LASIK Patients Often Say after Surgery
LASIK is one of the safest and most effective procedures the field of ophthalmology has ever seen. When performed by the experienced, qualified surgeons at Laser Eye Center™, who use the latest, best-in-class technology, the procedure can give you clearer, sharper vision than you thought possible. If you are on the fence about having LASIK,…
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The Revolution That is the Tecnis Symfony IOL in Laser Cataract Surgery in LA
In the early days of cataract surgery, the surgeon would remove the cloudy lens and replace it with a monofocal intraocular lens (IOL) to restore vision at a single distance. Patients had to choose which distance to see clearly (e.g., near, intermediate or far) and then rely heavily on glasses to see clearly at all…
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History of Excimer Lasers and Why Alcon EX500 in LA Is Arguably the Best
Excimer laser technology has played a fundamental role in catapulting LASIK to the prominent position it now occupies in the world of vision correction. Prior to the development of the laser, surgeons corrected refractive errors by reshaping the cornea with traditional surgical tools like microkeratomes (blades) and cryolathes. But these procedures had frequent complications and…
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5 Misconceptions of LASIK: Why You Should Opt for this Life-Changing Procedure
LASIK is a commonly misunderstood procedure. With so much information available in the Digital Age, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. The technology has had many iterations over the last 20 years, advancing by leaps and bounds as we arrive at the apex of technology development and success! To help set the…
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Key Advantages of Laser Cataract Surgery
Traditional cataract surgery is the most common surgical procedure performed in the United States and is considered to be a very safe procedure with good visual outcomes. But at Laser Eye Center™, we have never settled for “good” — we want you to achieve the best possible visual outcomes with the fewest risks. Always abreast…
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Can LASIK Eye Surgery Fix Astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a common abnormality of the cornea. Instead of being round in shape, similar to a basketball, a cornea with astigmatism is oblong and shaped like a football. It may be asymmetrical, or curved more in one direction than the other. If you have astigmatism, it may appear as though you are looking into…
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The New & Improved Advances in Cataract Surgery
Our eyes and vision are some of our most precious gifts. However, we tend to take our eyes for granted, and when it comes to correcting a vision problem, settling for “good enough” instead of “great.” This is something that the team at Laser Eye Center™ has seen with cataract surgery. If you are in…
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