LASIK eye surgery was initially approved by the FDA in 1999. Since that time, more than 10 million Americans have undergone this procedure. From the very beginning, LASIK offered unique benefits. From being an advanced and convenient procedure to achieving highly-satisfactory results, LASIK gives us a lot to appreciate. Here, we discuss what LASIK is…
Eyeglasses and contact lenses are the two most common methods of vision correction chosen today. While they serve a purpose, each has certain limitations that can create frustration over time. How often might someone have to wipe fog off of their eyeglass lenses after opening the oven door? How many times might the contact wearer…
Wearing contacts or eyeglasses eventually becomes tiresome for many of the people who rely on corrective lenses. Each has certain advantages as well as disadvantages that can impact daily living. If you’ve ever lost a contact lens in the middle of a busy day, you know what we’re talking about. If you are an active…
LASIK eye surgery was one of the most technological advances to occur in ophthalmology at its time. It is interesting how one of the primary questions that patients have before they undergo this procedure is how long they may be away from the technologies they use on a daily basis. There’s no denying that we…
The development of laser techniques has been a significant advancement for ophthalmology. Today, more people can improve eyesight and reduce their need for corrective eyeglasses or contacts thanks to laser procedures like LASIK and PRK. The prospect of life without glasses can be exciting. At the same time, laser eye surgery can feel a little…
Even though a large percentage of medical procedures performed today involve some type of laser technology, there is a bit of misinformation that continues to circulate. Our objective in providing care to patients of Central Florida Eye Institute is to guide them to their best decision regarding treatment by offering details – factual details, about…
With age, just about everything changes – even the way we see things. We’re not talking about the change in perspective that many adults experience as they learn valuable life lessons. We’re talking about the actual way we see our physical world. Most adults aren’t surprised when they start to have trouble reading labels, or…
With so many eye procedures available today, it can be difficult to know what path to follow to achieve your desired outcome – better vision. At Central Florida Eye Institute, we take a great deal of pride in performing a comprehensive consultation and examination for each patient. From a place of full understanding of eye…
LASIK procedures have been some of the most commonly performed eye surgeries over the past two decades. More than 50 million procedures have been conducted worldwide, and numerous studies. The data regarding LASIK demonstrates that the success rate for this procedure is above 98%. These three sentences alone, you would think, would drive any person…
If you have worn glasses or contact lenses for years, and you are ready to put an end to frustrations like broken eyewear or irritated eyes, you may be interested to know that LASIK continues to impress patients with the successful restoration of optimal vision. In many cases, it is possible to eliminate the need…
