Considering LASIK Before Summer?
Are you ready for the summer sunglass season? If you wear contacts then you know they aren’t pool ready… and glasses that don’t transition to shades will probably leave you squinting. I am often asked...
View Article6 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Vision
The summer is a great time to start a new eye-care routine! Here are six things you can do to keep your eyes in tip-top shape. Have regular eye exams. Even if you’re not having any noticeable vision...
View Article5 Tips in Preventing Computer-Eye Strain
You’ve probably had a headache from sitting and staring at a computer screen too long. Especially with contacts lens, you know that dry blinking feeling that comes after a couple hours at a desktop....
View ArticleThe Top 5 Myths About LASIK
There’s a lot of misinformation out there regarding LASIK surgery. Here are the top five myths debunked! Myth #1: LASIK won’t treat my astigmatism. LASIK can effectively treat nearsightedness,...
View Article5 More Myths about LASIK
I recently posted about the Top 5 Myths About LASIK Surgery… there’s a lot to think about and learn when considering LASIK. Here’s another five myths debunked! MYTH #6: I’ve been told I’m not a LASIK...
View ArticleContact Lens Health Week
You only have one pair of eyes, so take care of them! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 30 million people in the U.S. wear contact lenses. Contact Lens Health...
View ArticleSpend your HSA and FSA savings!
Save On LASIK Did you know that you can use your employer-sponsored Health Savings Account of Flexible Spending Account to improve your vision with LASIK surgery? Emory Eye Center is now offering 10%...
View ArticleNew Year with a New LASIK View Live Chat on October 27th
Maybe you’ve been thinking about LASIK for a while but you still have questions about laser vision correction. The technology has advanced and there are several options available through Emory Eye...
View ArticleNew Year With a New LASIK View Live Chat Takeaways
Thanks to everyone who joined us Tuesday, October 27th for the live LASIK chat at Emory Eye Center hosted by LASIK surgeon, Dr. John Kim. Dr. Kim answered several of your questions about LASIK for the...
View ArticleWhat age is best for LASIK?
There are certain ages that are considered landmarks – the first time you drive or vote – but for LASIK there’s really no “set age”. In short, 18 is the minimum age for LASIK because your eyes are...
View ArticleApril is Sports Eye Safety Month!
According to a national survey by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), only 35 percent of respondents said they always wear protective eyewear when performing home repairs or maintenance; even...
View ArticleChoosing A LASIK Surgeon
Are you considering LASIK eye surgery? If so, it is important to choose the right surgeon. Ask yourself the following 10 questions to make sure you’ve covered your bases when choosing your LASIK...
View ArticleComputer Vision Syndrome Tips
The more technology evolves, the more difficult it can be to resist interacting with screens throughout the day. Nielsen confirmed this in June 2016 stating that adults in the United States spend...
View ArticleLASIK Recovery Time for Athletes
Athletes must always be on their A game, anticipate the next move before it happens, and tune out any distractions. If disrupted by vision problems, though, they can become limited in their athletic...
View ArticleLASIK FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Due to its success rate, LASIK has become an increasingly common procedure performed on adults to perfect their vision. Read through the following frequently asked questions to learn about the...
View ArticleGlaucoma Risks and Treatment Options
March 11-17 is World Glaucoma Week and the perfect time to learn more about this potentially blinding condition and how early detection can make a difference. When a person has glaucoma, the normal...
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