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LASIK for Cataracts?

Cataracts are a natural clouding of the crystalline lens of the eye. Many people with cataracts complain of poor distance vision, which is especially noticeable while driving. Modern cataract surgery is usually performed on an outpatient basis. Anesthetic is used to minimize discomfort and a sedative may be used to alleviate anxiety. An incision is…

LASIK, Glaucoma & High Blood Pressure

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If you have been considering having LASIK vision correction in San Clemente, your eye health is one aspect that will be examined to ensure you are a good candidate for the procedure. For example, people who have glaucoma in San Clemente may be advised against LASIK. Glaucoma patients have increased eye pressure and the LASIK procedure…

How Old Do You Have To Be To Have LASIK?

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Growing eyes are changing eyes. LASIK, commonly referred to as laser vision correction, is a procedure meant for those who have a stable prescription. A patient’s eye prescription should be stable for at least one year prior to surgery. Until you’ve stopped growing and changing, you aren’t a good candidate for LASIK. In fact, the…

Will Sitting Too Close to the TV Ruin Your Vision?

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Was Mom right when she yelled at you for sitting too close to the television? Mom is right most of the time…but when it comes to television viewing distance, she’s wrong – at least today. There is no evidence that children or adults will damage their vision if they sit too close to the television….

Do You Need Reading Glasses or LASIK?

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Why is that restaurant menu so blurry? The first step to answering that question is to identify when your blurred vision occurred. Have you had blurry vision for most of your life? Or is this a new condition that has popped up recently? There could be many reasons why it may be hard to read…

Wearing Make-up After Cataract Surgery

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Many cataract surgery patients want to know when they can start wearing make-up after laser-based cataract surgery. There is no set rule for how long you should wait; every patient will be different. At the very minimum, most patients should not wear any type of make-up (powders, foundation or eye make-up) for at least one…

Is LASIK Safe?

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More than 14 million Americans have had LASIK vision correction since the mid-1990s. While LASIK is usually considered a safe medical procedure, it is important to remember that it is still surgery…and the decision to have LASIK should not be taken lightly. You can increase your chances for an excellent visual outcome (20/20 vision or…

Are You a Good Candidate for LASIK?

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If you wear glasses or contact lenses to correct your vision, you may be wondering if LASIK in San Clemente could provide you with the clear vision you’ve always wanted. The truth is, only an experienced ophthalmologist can determine if your eyes are healthy enough for this procedure. Even if you have the same vision prescription…