Can LASIK Fix Astigmatism?
Astigmatism is an extremely common condition. Thankfully, patients with this condition have several reliable treatment options, including LASIK laser vision correction. Here’s what you need to know about how LASIK surgery can correct astigmatism. What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is caused by an imperfection in the curvature of the cornea or lens of the eye. The…
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What Happens if You Blink During Laser Eye Surgery?
A common concern among potential LASIK patients is whether they will be awake during the procedure. Yes—patients are awake during LASIK. However, there is no need to worry if you accidentally blink or move your eyes during the surgery. Thanks to advanced LASIK technologies in Harrisburg, your eyes will remain comfortably steady as our doctors…
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Tips for Healthy Eyes
Your eyes are an important part of your health. There are many things you can do to keep them healthy and make sure you are seeing your best. The following simple tips can help you keep your eyes healthy and your vision as clear as possible for many years to come: Get routine eye exams…
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How Long Does it Take to Heal from LASIK?
As soon as your LASIK surgery is complete, your eyes will have already begun the healing process. The initial healing period after LASIK occurs rather quickly. Long-term LASIK healing can last from several weeks to several months. It’s normal to experience some fluctuations in your vision and other side effects during your LASIK healing time….
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How Much is LASIK?
The cost of LASIK eye surgery varies drastically across the country. Several factors influence the LASIK cost, but the average price most people pay is about $2,000 per eye. The price you’ll pay for your LASIK depends on several factors, including: The type of laser technology you choose The type of surgical instrument used to…
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Your Eyes & Virus Protection
The coronavirus – and any type of virus particle – can enter your body through your eyes. This can occur when you touch a surface that has been contaminated by the virus (through an infected person’s coughing, sneezing, tears, etc.) and then touch your eyes. There are several situations that could increase your risk. Contact…
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LASIK Surgery Risks
Most LASIK patients are highly satisfied with the results of their refractive surgery. However, like any other medical procedure, there are certain risks to be considered. Before undergoing a refractive procedure like LASIK, you should carefully weigh the risks and benefits. Potential LASIK surgery risks include: Loss of Visual Acuity: Visual acuity is the sharpness…
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Options to LASIK
Although LASIK has greatly improved the vision of tens of thousands of patients, it’s not the best option for everyone. There are several options to LASIK to consider if you are interested in vision correction and are not a good candidate for the LASIK procedure. Because Our Doctors in Harrisburg are committed to providing the…
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Advancements in LASIK
In general, medical procedures evolve and improve over time. This is especially true with LASIK eye surgery. The latest LASIK technology hardly resembles the original procedure first introduced decades ago. LASIK Then Although LASIK eye surgery formally began being performed in the 1990s, its roots date back to the 1960s. During the early days of…
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Who is Not Suitable for Laser Eye Surgery?
Not everyone is a good candidate for laser eye surgery. There are several reasons why laser eye surgery may not be a good choice of vision correction for some patients. Below is some information about who is not suitable for laser eye surgery: Those who are younger than 18 years old. Laser eye surgery results…
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