What Your LASIK Recovery is Really Like
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in LASIK
LASIK is one of the most well-known refractive procedures in the world. It has routinely been delivering excellent results since it gained FDA approval. The procedure itself creates many of the benefits you receive from LASIK. Also, the technology used and your surgeon’s experience play a significant role in your LASIK outcome. But you can…
Read MoreWhy The PanOptix Trifocal Lens is Worth Considering
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Cataracts
Do you have cataract surgery looming in your future? Have you begun to think about what the cataract surgery process is going to include? If cataract surgery is imminent, you have choices to make that can affect your vision for the rest of your life. For instance, you will have to decide the IOL you…
Read More3 Signs Your Dry Eyes Aren’t Allergies
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Eye Health
Your eyes are a very sensitive part of your body. This is particularly clear during months when pollen counts are high. Pollen causes many people to have itchy, swollen, and red eyes as their body fights it. But, your eye symptoms could also be from another source. You could have something called chronic dry eye…
Read MoreAre Your Allergies Making Your Dry Eye Symptoms Worse?
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Eye Health
Dry eye affects millions of people every year. An estimated 5% to 15% of Americans are currently suffering from the effects of chronic dry eyes. That is up to 49 million people. Many things can contribute to your dry eye. But one thing that stands out, particularly during this time of year, is allergies. Keep…
Read More3 Reasons Why Spring Is A Great Time For LASIK
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in LASIK
LASIK is an incredibly effective surgery that has the power to change lives. Most people who undergo LASIK no longer need glasses or contacts after the procedure. There is no wrong time to consider getting LASIK, but spring could be the right time for you! Keep reading to learn why spring is an excellent time…
Read MoreWhat Does The PanOptix Trifocal Lens Do?
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Cataracts
As you age, your risk of developing cataracts increases. Cataracts are a clouding of the lens inside your eye. Clouding occurs when proteins inside your natural lens break down and clump together. This clumping blocks light from passing through. At first, these clumps of protein are so small that they do not affect your eyesight…
Read MoreLASIK Risks and Complications: Everything You Need To Know
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in LASIK
LASIK is famous for a reason: it works very well for many people. Millions of people have achieved visual freedom and it’s only gotten better since it was FDA approved. But even with the astounding success rate of over 96% that it has, it is important to remember before going into LASIK that it’s a…
Read MoreCan My Cataracts Come Back?
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Cataracts
Even though cataract surgery is a safe procedure, it’s not one that most people look forward to. Even fewer would ever want to have it again. This makes the question in the title understandable, and the answer may surprise you. Keep reading to find out if when you have cataract surgery your cataracts can come…
Read MoreWhy LASIK Is This Year’s Best Holiday Gift
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in LASIK
What’s not to love about the holiday season? Buying gifts is a great activity and a way to show your loved ones you care. It’s all about finding that perfect gift for them, but don’t forget about yourself as well! This holiday season, everyone is thinking about that new thing they want. But things aren’t…
Read MoreWhat Is Having Cataract Surgery Like?
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Cataracts
Surgery is never a fun experience, but some procedures are definitely better experiences than others. One of the easiest surgeries to undergo is cataract-removal surgery. The entire procedure takes about 15 minutes to complete with minimal preparation time in advance. The recovery is the hardest part of the procedure, as is the case with most…
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