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Dr. Jay Bansal, LaserVue Eye Center medical director

Dr. Jay Bansal

With decades of expertise, Dr. Jay Bansal uses his blog, Ophthalmologist Explains, to shed light on vision care and advancements in vision correction treatments.

When Should I See an Ophthalmologist?

Visiting your ophthalmologist plays an important part in maintaining your overall health. But when should you see an ophthalmologist? We’ve outlined five instances when you should schedule an appointment.
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5 Common LipiFlow Treatment Questions Answered

By: Dr. Jay Bansal
At LaserVue Eye Center, we proudly offer LipiFlow treatments, as the leading therapy for MGD and dry eyes. Learn more about this revolutionary dry eye treatment and some of the many questions we receive from patients about Lipiflow.
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All About Vision Article Features Dr. Jay Bansal’s Expert Insight on LASIK

By: Dr. Jay Bansal
All About Vision highlights Dr. Bansal as an expert in LASIK and includes his insights in their latest article "How much does LASIK surgery cost in 2020?".
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How To Protect Your Eyes During a Protest

By: Dr. Jay Bansal

The Potential Dangers and How to Keep Your Eyes Safe During a Protest Whether you are just standing on the sidelines or actively participating, there

How To Protect Your Eyes During a Protest

COVID-19 and Contact Lenses: 6 Facts You Need to Know

Our eye care experts at LaserVue Eye Center are here to answer all of your questions about contact lenses and COVID-19.
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How Your Eye Health and COVID-19 are Connected

By: Dr. Jay Bansal
Learn how you can reduce your risk of exposure to COVID-19 and other harmful pathogens with proper eye care at home during the quarantine.
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Mask Fogging Up Glasses? Learn How to Wear Eyeglasses with a Face Mask

By: Dr. Jay Bansal
Here are a few tips from LaserVue Eye Center for helping your glasses not get fogged up when you’re wearing a face mask in public.
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What You Need to Know About the Cost of LASIK in 2020

Learn about how much LASIK Laser Eye surgery costs per eye in 2020, and why.
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Can Northern California Wildfire Smoke Affect My Eyes?

By: Dr. Jay Bansal
Harmful substances found in the smoke from the Northern California wildfires can have significant adverse effects on the surface of the human eye.
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How Much Does LASIK Eye Surgery Cost?

The #1 Question About LASIK Eye Surgery: How Much Is It? If you are suffering from nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), or astigmatism, LASIK might be

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