People with diabetes can absolutely qualify for LASIK, so long as they keep an eye out for a few complications. Millions of people have left glasses and contact lenses behind, opting instead for sight-correcting laser eye surgery, or LASIK. LASIK is the leading solution for many vision problems, but for many years after it was… Read More
If you’re suffering from astigmatism, LASIK may be a good vision solution for you – even if you’ve heard otherwise. As most technology does, LASIK and other related procedures have evolved over time. Only a few short years ago, doctors performing LASIK could not have imagined the results for certain patients that we are able to… Read More
If you’ve decided to get LASIK eye surgery, one more decision stands between you and clearer vision: traditional or bladeless. It’s commonly believed that people with less-than-perfect vision have three options: contact lenses, glasses, or LASIK eye surgery. However, few people realize that LASIK isn’t actually one option, but two – traditional or bladeless. When consulting… Read More
You may have read some myths about #LASIK online. Here’s how you can separate truth from fiction. LASIK is one of the safest treatments available today, but like many medical procedures, there are some popular misconceptions about how it actually works. If you’ve heard rumors about LASIK that have been giving you doubts, read on… Read More
While there may be some additional risk factors to consider, people with diabetes can absolutely be eligible for LASIK surgery. In order to qualify for LASIK eye surgery, patients are generally required to have two healthy eyes and be in overall good health. These qualifications may leave people with diabetes wondering if the procedure is… Read More
At ICON Eyecare, we employ the very latest in laser technology to deliver the highest possible level of care and value to our patients. Here’s an inside look at our lasers. Most people know that LASIK surgery involves lasers, but far fewer are familiar with how the procedure actually works. Simply put, a LASIK surgeon… Read More
Before opting for laser eye surgery, it’s important to understand exactly how it works. To help you learn more, we’ve outlined the entire process from start to finish. While laser eye surgery is one of the most common medical procedures in the United States, many prospective patients don’t fully know what it entails. To… Read More
Tired of relying on glasses or contacts? It might be time to consider laser eye surgery — here’s how to determine if it’s the right choice for you. LASIK (laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis) eye surgery is currently one of the most popular types of refractive eye surgery, largely due to the wide range of conditions it… Read More
LASIK and Myopia LASIK has been around long enough that most people know it is a surgical procedure that corrects vision. But can it correct all kinds of vision issues or just one? Since nearsightedness is a relatively common vision issue, it makes sense that a question heard frequently at ICON Eyecare is, “Can LASIK… Read More
How Long Will My LASIK Last? Things that last forever: A diamond? A cast iron skillet? That carton of eggnog that’s been in the fridge since Christmas?! There aren’t many things that truly go the distance when you stop and think about it. But there is one thing that really does last forever. LASIK. No,… Read More