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An Introduction To Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a degenerative condition affecting the cornea, or the clear covering of the eye. A healthy cornea has a round shape, similar to a basketball. A cornea with keratoconus thins and bulges outward into a cone-like shape, more similar to a football. Since the cornea’s job is to focus incoming light onto the retina,…
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5 Reasons To Schedule an Eye Exam Before the End of the Year
All of us lead hectic lives full of commitments. But your obligations to others shouldn’t prevent you from prioritizing yourself. You use your eyes nearly every waking moment of the day, and it is only right that you protect your ocular health and vision with regular eye exams. Read on as the team at Laser…
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Answering Frequently Asked Questions About the PanOptix IOL
When you are planning for cataract surgery, your intraocular lens selection matters — not only for your vision but for your future. The more you can see clearly, the easier it is to establish a new and improved normal, at the same time upgrading your routine. If you want to reclaim an active, independent life…
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Feeling Anxious About LASIK? Try These Tips
Any surgical procedure — even if heralded as the safest and most medically reliable procedure such as LASIK — can cause some nerves. It is perfectly normal to feel a little worried or anxious about your upcoming treatment. The problem is when these nerves spiral out of control and make you second-guess your decision to…
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Why We’ve Invested In Our Dry Eye Services
As of late September 2020, more than 2.2 million acres of California land have been ravaged by wildfires. The smoke from the fires has spread across the country, aggravating the sensitive eyes of countless people. No one is more susceptible to the effects of the wildfire smoke than individuals with pre-existing health problems, including dry…
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What Happens During a Vision Consultation at Laser Eye Center?
Clearer vision begins with a visit with a member of the Laser Eye Center’s trusted team. Our doctors have a long history of helping patients just like you achieve the best vision possible without the need for visual aids. Read on as we take a deep dive into what to expect during and after your…
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Baby Boomers vs. Millennials: Meeting Patient Expectations
Laser Eye Center has a 30-year history of changing people’s lives through expert eye care. Because we constantly want to be our best, we keep a finger on the pulse of our industry. Over the past few years, we have noticed a demographic shift with the patients who fill our waiting rooms. Though baby boomers…
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A Vision Screening Doesn’t Replace a Comprehensive Eye Exam
Having your eyes checked regularly is as important as seeing a dentist for cleanings or a physician for a physical. But many people confuse vision screenings with comprehensive eye exams. Don’t make the same mistake — a vision screening is not a substitute for an in-depth examination. There is a tremendous difference in the depth…
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Can Blue Light Lenses Cure Dry Eye?
One of the hottest trends in eyewear is blue light lenses. Available through popular eyewear retailers such as Warby Parker, Felix Gray and Quay — and proudly modeled by countless influencers — blue light glasses claim to alleviate dry eye symptoms that occur when looking at digital screens for prolonged periods of time. Sales are…
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5 Common Myths About Pterygium
Of all the conditions that we treat at Laser Eye Center, pterygium may be one of the least understood and most difficult to pronounce (hint: the “p” is silent). As one of Southern California’s leading practices for pterygium removal, we want to set the record straight on pterygium causes and treatments. Read on as our…
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