Category: LASIK

Looking for a good LASIK surgeon is easy.  Referrals from friends and family members are a good start.  Your optometrist or primary care provider is another reliable source.  However, finding the best LASIK surgeon takes a little research.  Don’t worry, we’re here to help.  We’ve listed a couple of must-have requirements and what to look… Read More

Did you know that LASIK procedures have significantly increased during the pandemic?  The rise in LASIK and refractive surgery may surprise you but COVID-19 may be a good opportunity to achieve better vision.  The American Academy of Ophthalmology suggests that the risk of COVID-19 transmission is low during LASIK surgery.  Plus, the mechanics of the… Read More

If you’ve been contemplating whether or not to do LASIK, you’re not alone.  If you’ve been in glasses and or contacts for most of your life, you’ve probably been curious about LASIK for a most of your life.  So what’s holding you back? Maybe the cost is the issue? Perhaps you’re afraid of LASIK surgery? … Read More

LASIK is a wonderful procedure that can greatly improve your quality of life. However, there are many factors that your doctor should look for during your LASIK consultation to determine whether or not you’re a good candidate. LASIK, similar to any other surgeries have risks, so LASIK surgery shouldn’t be completed unless there is an… Read More

LASIK surgery, whether PRK, SMILE or LASIK, are all extremely effective, safe and trusted options.  Complications that result in vision loss is very rare.  LASIK is one of the most popular elective surgeries, and it’s satisfaction rate among patients who have had the procedure is remarkably high.  However, there are some risk factors you should… Read More

If you Google this question, Google will simply say that the perfect candidate for LASIK is someone between the ages of 20 and 40. One can even opt for LASIK at the age of 18, but most doctors will encourage you to wait until their mid-20’s. Why? Generally, a good candidate is someone who has… Read More

LASIK surgery is a fantastic procedure. With the help of technology, LASIK is now completed with a laser instead of a blade. LASIK is quite a magical invention. This surgery restores vision. LASIK was performed on some 700,000 eyes last year, up from 628,724 in 2016. (According to Market Scope, a market research company that… Read More

The task of looking for a good LASIK surgeon can be overwhelming. Where to start?  What specific attributes should I be looking for in a great surgeon?  Even if you’re a master Googler, not knowing what to look for can lead you down the wrong way.  Don’t worry, we’re here to help.  We’ve listed a… Read More

There has been an unusual amount of rain in San Francisco this year.  Lately, the recent flash flood warnings and mudslides in Sausalito this morning, has me thinking whether or not I am ready to evacuate my house.  For example, I need to start putting my eyeglasses on my side table every night.  Should I… Read More

Why Costumes, Crazy parties, and Glasses Don’t Really Mix… Leaves are changing colors.  Oscar hopefuls are coming to theaters.  Everyone’s favorite scent, pumpkin spice is in the air and on every shelf.  And, at every coffee shop.  Football season is already ruining your draft picks.  This can only mean one thing: its Fall!  And with… Read More