LASIK and Eye Surgery Blog - Clearview Eye and Laser Medical Center
Friday, October 31, 2008
How long does it take to recover from implantable lens surgery?
The recovery from implantable contact lens surgery is quite fast, according to Dr. Sandy T. Feldman. Many patients achieve driving vision or better the first day. For some patients, the recovery can take longer if they have an astigmatism.
Contact us for more information on implantable lens surgery or other vision correction procedures.
Contact us for more information on implantable lens surgery or other vision correction procedures.
posted by Clearview Staff at 12:38 AM
Thursday, October 30, 2008
What is a Phakic Intraocular Lens?
A Phakic Intraocular Lens is also known as an implantable contact lenses. The lenses look like regular contact lenses or crescent-shaped segments. These lenses are implanted surgically without removing the eye’s natural lens. They are placed between the cornea and the iris or just behind the iris of the eye.
These lenses treat nearsightedness and are currently being developed to treat farsightedness and astigmatism. To see if implantable lenses are right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
These lenses treat nearsightedness and are currently being developed to treat farsightedness and astigmatism. To see if implantable lenses are right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:10 PM
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Implantable Contact Lenses
Laser vision correction has changed millions of lives over the years. Not everyone is a candidate for LASIKor PRK. Some of these patients may now be candidates for implantable contact lens surgery. Implantable contact lenses can address a wide range of nearsighted conditions.
To find out more about ICLs, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
To find out more about ICLs, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:51 PM
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Can I rub my eyes after LASIK?
It is important to not rub your eyes after LASIK for at least one month. It is not likely that you will rub your eyes after surgery since the anti-inflammatory drops often reduce the sensation of itch.
To see if you are a candidate for LASIK, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consult.
To see if you are a candidate for LASIK, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consult.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:11 PM
Monday, October 27, 2008
What should I do or not do after having LASIK
Do’s:
• After having LASIK surgery, the first step is to go home and get some rest.
• Avoid getting water in your eyes during your showers or baths after LASIK surgery.
Don’ts:
• Avoid rubbing your eyes at all
• Swimming, hot tubs and gardening are off limits for seven days after surgery while you are healing. Also do not swim in the ocean for two weeks.
• Don’t wear make-up for about three days after surgery. And, purchase new mascara and eyeliner.
• You should not drive after surgery until after your first day post operative appointment with Dr. Sandy T. Feldman.
Do you have questions on LASIK or vision correction surgery, come in and ask us. Schedule your complimentary consultation with us today ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
• After having LASIK surgery, the first step is to go home and get some rest.
• Avoid getting water in your eyes during your showers or baths after LASIK surgery.
Don’ts:
• Avoid rubbing your eyes at all
• Swimming, hot tubs and gardening are off limits for seven days after surgery while you are healing. Also do not swim in the ocean for two weeks.
• Don’t wear make-up for about three days after surgery. And, purchase new mascara and eyeliner.
• You should not drive after surgery until after your first day post operative appointment with Dr. Sandy T. Feldman.
Do you have questions on LASIK or vision correction surgery, come in and ask us. Schedule your complimentary consultation with us today ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:50 PM
Friday, October 24, 2008
What is EpiLASIK?
The vision correction procedure EpiLASIK is comparable to the PRK procedure. During the EpiLASIK procedure, ablation of the surface of the cornea is done after the flap, or epithelium, is lifted in a single sheet. After the flap is replaced a contact lens is applied to the eye, much like a bandage, while the cornea heals.
For more information on EpiLASIK and other vision correction procedures, contact the ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Team for a complimentary consult.
For more information on EpiLASIK and other vision correction procedures, contact the ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Team for a complimentary consult.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:16 PM
Thursday, October 23, 2008
What is Intralase?
The Intralase technique can be used during both PRK and LASIK. When combined with CustomVue TM, the overall vision correction procedure is known as iLASIK.
This laser treatment is a 100 percent blade-free technique is used to create the corneal flap. The Intralase laser creates tiny bubbles in the cornea, the bubbles are carefully separated to form a flap during the LASIK procedure. After the flap is created, an excimer laser is used to treat the cornea and correct the patient’s vision.
For more information on iLASIK and other vision correction procedures, contact the ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Team for a complimentary consult.
This laser treatment is a 100 percent blade-free technique is used to create the corneal flap. The Intralase laser creates tiny bubbles in the cornea, the bubbles are carefully separated to form a flap during the LASIK procedure. After the flap is created, an excimer laser is used to treat the cornea and correct the patient’s vision.
For more information on iLASIK and other vision correction procedures, contact the ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Team for a complimentary consult.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:58 PM
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Can LASIK be done after cataract surgery?
In most cases, a patient’s vision is corrected when cataract surgery is performed.  So, often there is no need for LASIK.Â
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However, for patients that have an astigmatism or a prescription is not be adequately treated by removal of the cataract, LASIK surgery can be helpful, according to Dr. Sandy T. Feldman. Â
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:27 AM
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Will my eyes be dry after LASIK?
Some patients find that after LASIK, or even PRK, their eyes can be dry. This temporary complication typically is treated with lubricating eye drops. Dr. Sandy T. Feldman recommends that her patients care for their dry eyes by lubricating often, usually several times a day.
In most cases, dry eyes usually clear up within a few months after LASIK or PRK. If a patient’s eyes are still dry after lubricating eye drop treatments, then an insert or “plug†can be placed in the tear ducts.
To see if vision correction surgery is right for you, contact the ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center Team for a complimentary consultation.
In most cases, dry eyes usually clear up within a few months after LASIK or PRK. If a patient’s eyes are still dry after lubricating eye drop treatments, then an insert or “plug†can be placed in the tear ducts.
To see if vision correction surgery is right for you, contact the ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center Team for a complimentary consultation.
posted by Clearview Staff at 3:36 PM
Monday, October 20, 2008
Why do I need to use eye drops after LASIK surgery?
After LASIK surgery, patients are given both antibiotic and anti-inflammatory drops to place in their eyes. Drops are applied to the eyes for a number of days following LASIK. This is done to prevent infection and scarring, in addition they are used to reduce inflammation.
To see if LASIK or vision correction surgery is right for you, contact Clearview Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
To see if LASIK or vision correction surgery is right for you, contact Clearview Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:27 PM
Friday, October 17, 2008
What if I have dry eyes and drops aren’t helping?
When dry eyes do not respond to eye drops or lubricating ointment treatments, Dr. Sandy T. Feldman can place a small punctual plug into the tear duct of the eye. This procedure works by helping to retain moisture in the eye.
For more information on dry eyes or to see if you are a candidate for vision correction surgery, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
For more information on dry eyes or to see if you are a candidate for vision correction surgery, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:46 PM
Friday, October 10, 2008
Does implantable lens surgery take long?
There are many different types of vision correction surgeries available, from LASIK and PRK to Implantable Contact Lenses and Cataract surgery. Dr. Sandy T. Feldman and her team evaluate each patient carefully to determine the best vision correction choice for them.
For some patients the right choice is implantable contact lens surgery. This procedure takes about 10 minutes to perform. Usually, the procedure is performed on each eye on different days. The recovery time from implantable lens surgery is quite rapid. Vision may be ideal the next day or take a few months to return, depending on how the patient heals.
For more information on vision correction surgery or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact the staff at ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
For some patients the right choice is implantable contact lens surgery. This procedure takes about 10 minutes to perform. Usually, the procedure is performed on each eye on different days. The recovery time from implantable lens surgery is quite rapid. Vision may be ideal the next day or take a few months to return, depending on how the patient heals.
For more information on vision correction surgery or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact the staff at ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:19 PM
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Do implantable contact lenses last a long time?
An Implantable Contact lens is made of inert materials and can last a lifetime. In the case of the lenses inserted into a patient’s eye for nearsightedness, these lenses will need to be removed if the patient develops a cataract and cataract surgery is recommended.
To see if Implantable Contact Lenses or laser vision correction is right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
To see if Implantable Contact Lenses or laser vision correction is right for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
posted by Clearview Staff at 9:57 PM
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
How good is the resulting vision from implantable contact lense surgery?
In an FDA clinical study of 294 patients implanted with the Visian ICLâ„¢, 95 percent had driving vision of 20/40 or better and 59 percent had 20/20 or better, after three years.
To see if Implantable Contact Lenses are right for you contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
To see if Implantable Contact Lenses are right for you contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:21 PM
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Why Implantable Contact Lenses instead of LASIK?
Dr. Sandy T. Feldman and her team focus on finding the right procedure for you. For some of her patients Implantable Contact Lenses are recommended when other vision correction procedures, like LASIK, aren't an option.
An implantable lens patient may have thin corneas or myopia between -3.00 and -20.00 diopters. Patients that have phakic IOLs may be able to have LASIK a follow-up to refine vision correction if needed.
To find out if implantable contact lenses or another vision correction procedure is a good choice for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
An implantable lens patient may have thin corneas or myopia between -3.00 and -20.00 diopters. Patients that have phakic IOLs may be able to have LASIK a follow-up to refine vision correction if needed.
To find out if implantable contact lenses or another vision correction procedure is a good choice for you, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
posted by Clearview Staff at 5:18 PM
Monday, October 6, 2008
Implantable Contact Lenses compared to Cataract Lenses
An Implantable Contact Lens is similar to an intraocular lenses that is implanted during cataract surgery. However, the natural lens is left in place with implantable contact lens surgery. This is unlike cataract surgery where IOLs are used to replace the natural lens that has turned cloudy.
For a complimentary implantable lens consultation, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
For a complimentary implantable lens consultation, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:04 PM
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Are there different types of implantable contact lenses
Implantable Contact Lenses, also known as phakic IOLs (intraocular lenses), are an option for patients seeking for a solution from their common vision issues such as myopia (nearsightedness).
The ICLs, which resemble contact lenses, are placed in either of two locations in the eye:
- Between the clear lens in front of the eye (cornea) and the iris (colored portion of the eye
- Just behind the iris.
To see if you are a candidate for implantable lense surgery, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary consultation.
posted by Clearview Staff at 11:02 PM
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
What can be done to fix my reading vision?
Monovision LASIK is an option for some to achieve excellent distance and reading vision. While this sounds odd to most people, it is an excellent procedure for people whose reading vision is deteriorating.
To find out if you are a candidate for Monovision LASIK, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
To find out if you are a candidate for Monovision LASIK, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.
posted by Clearview Staff at 10:51 PM
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