Is LASIK noticeable?

Posted by: LaserVue LASIK & Cataract Center in LASIK

Q: Can you tell if someone has had laser eye surgery just by looking at their eyes? A: An eye doctor would be able to determine if someone has had laser eye surgery upon a comprehensive examination. You can’t hide Lasik from everyone, but the average person is not likely to notice the change in…

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LASIK for astigmatism

Posted by: LaserVue LASIK & Cataract Center in LASIK

Q: What Preparations Should Be Made Prior to Having LASIK for Astigmatism? A: Astigmatism means that the cornea has greater curvature in one meridian than in another. Some eye care doctors use the analogy of a football shape rather than a basketball shape. Most people have some astigmatism although very small amounts are often left…

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Insurance for LASIK surgery

Posted by: LaserVue LASIK & Cataract Center in LASIK

Q: Is there a loophole for Lasik surgery using insurance? A: There is no loophole, but there should be.  Your medical insurance is a business contract that includes limitations and exclusions.  Lasik is considered an elective, arguably cosmetic, surgery. Virtually all major medical insurance plans have exclusions for elective surgery.  Lasik is eye care procedure…

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Visual Acuity Tests

Posted by: LaserVue LASIK & Cataract Center in LASIK

Q: How often should a patient have a visual acuity test after Lasik? A: Let’s clarify your question. Your meaning of a visual acuity exam and the industry’s meaning may be different. A Snellen Visual Acuity test is the “Big E” exam when a patient looks at known black sharp edged letters on a white…

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Eye movements during LASIK

Posted by: LaserVue LASIK & Cataract Center in LASIK,Technology

A recent patient in our office asked this question: Q: What if my eye moves during LASIK? A: While attempted fixation on the target is important, our current laser systems have effective tracking abilities that follow the eye’s movement. In fact, if you look at eye tracking videos on LASIK technology websites you will see…

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Does LASIK Change Your Eye Color?

Posted by: LaserVue LASIK & Cataract Center in LASIK

Q: Does LASIK surgery change your eye color? A: The iris is the colored portion of the eye. Normally the color of the iris does not change after Lasik, however a change in iris color may indicate other ocular health issues that should be checked. Depigmentation of the iris may make it become lighter. Some…

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What is LASIK?

Posted by: LaserVue LASIK & Cataract Center in LASIK

Q: What is LASIK? A: LASIK is a form of surgery that reshapes the cornea (clear front of the eye) to change the way light is focused within the eye. The goal is to reduce the need for corrective lenses. The first step in LASIK is to create a thin flap of corneal tissue about…

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