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Getting corrective vision laser surgery can be a life-changing experience. After years of wearing glasses and contacts, waking up with clear vision is almost blissful. However, even though most laser surgery is collectively referred to as LASIK, there are some other procedures that produce similar results, including PRK.
What’s the difference between LASIK and PRK? Here’s what you need to know.
What is PRK?
PRK, or photo refractive keratectomy, was the pioneer vision correction surgery that came before LASIK.…
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Whether you wear prescription glasses or you wear contact lenses you want to make sure you do your very best to keep them in the best shape possible. This way, you know that they are going to last you as long as possible. The tips here will help you to take care of your corrective lenses, like Dr. Michael B. Wardell:
Taking proper care of glasses
All in all, it’s pretty easy to take care of glasses, but there are a few tips for helping you to avoid problems such as scratches and broken frames.…
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Even though diabetes can cause several permanent changes to vision, including diabetic retinopathy and increased risk for glaucoma and cataracts, your daily blood sugar levels can also affect your eyes in a more temporary (but still troubling) manner. Here’s what you need to know about the connection between blood sugar levels and your ability to see. Monitoring your blood sugar is more important for your daily vision health than you might think.…
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The key to having the highest quality of life may rest in being able to see well. This can become more challenging for some over the years and can be a real problem if you suffer from a variety of vision issues It may be recommended for you to have Lasik eye surgery to help you in being able to see better in the shortest amount of time. This is typically a painless procedure that can have a dramatic and positive impact on your vision.…
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Many people spend a lot time sitting in front of their computer screens. For years, parents have been telling their children to move further away from the TV, only to end up with them sitting mere inches away from the computer screen. If you and your family tend to sit at the computer for extended periods of time, then you’ll want to learn how the computer can affect your eyes and what you can do to get relief.…
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One of the main causes of vision loss in Canadians is due to an eye disease known as glaucoma. A rare form of this disease is known as angle-closure glaucoma, which damages the optic nerve due to accumulated pressure within the eye and causes an onset of symptoms that are often quite severe. Your optometrist may be able to detect any form of glaucoma through a routine exam and testing. While it is important to know what angle-closure glaucoma actually is, you also need to recognize the symptoms so you may seek treatment before serious vision loss can occur.…
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If your little one complains of eye pain, you may wonder why it’s happening and how you can make your child feel better. Eye pain may develop from many things, including eyestrain and infection. Sometimes, sinus, face and ear pressure may cause discomfort in the eyes as well. An optometrist or eye specialist may examine your child’s eyes to find out why they hurt. Once the doctor diagnoses the cause of your child’s eye pain, the optometrist may prescribe eyeglasses or medications to correct the issue.…
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