While LASIK may first come to mind when thinking of laser vision correction, did you know there are other similar laser options that can provide an equivalent visual outcome? One such procedure is PRK. In this informative webinar, Fellowship-Trained Ophthalmologist Jake McMillin, M.D., discusses the similarities and differences between these...
Brief Overview of LASIK for Astigmatism and Myopia
Does everything seem a little blurry to you? Do you feel tired or get a headache from reading? Maybe the words are looking a little lopsided? Do you have a hard time focusing on objects close by—or far away? If any of this resonates with you, you may be suffering...
Better Vision for Life – October 2019
What is Bladess LASIK®? Printable Download Download a printable version of this month's Better Vision for Life Newsletter. Eye professionals have successfully used LASIK technology for more than two decades as a safe and accurate way to improve vision with virtually no discomfort. But from a psychological standpoint, many patients...
LASIK Requirements: Are You a Candidate for the Procedure?
Are you tired of fumbling with your eyeglasses and paying for contact lenses? Do you ever wonder how much easier your life would be if your vision were better? There are more than 1 billion people around the world with vision problems. In fact, more than 800 million people can't...
LASIK Recovery: The Top Tips for Recovering from LASIK Surgery
When LASIK surgery was first approved in 1999, it helped more than 90% of patients achieve 20/40 vision. It also helped between 50% and 60% of patients achieve 20/20 visual acuity. All these improvements have made LASIK even safer. But remember: it's still a type of surgical procedure. That's why...
Types of Laser Eye Surgery: Understanding Your Options
Did you know that in 2017, about 26.9 million American adults reported "having trouble" seeing? That's despite the fact that some of them already wear glasses or contact lenses! What's more, up to 61 million U.S. adults are at serious risk of suffering from serious vision loss. But there's still...
What Is Photorefractive Keratectomy and How It Differs from LASIK
A 2018 report from the World Health Organization states that about 1.3 billion people worldwide have imperfect vision. The majority of these people have either a moderate to severe impairment, near vision impairment, or both. Typically, vision problems become much more likely once you reach 50 years old. If you...
Preparing for LASIK: Getting Ready for Vision Correction Surgery
LASIK can do wonders for your vision, and it's a fairly simple process that has the potential to yield incredible results. If you're planning to have this surgery, preparing for LASIK can help ensure that the whole process goes smoothly. Read on to learn about some ways you can plan...
Before, During and After: What to Expect with LASIK®
Enough is enough, you've finally decided to get LASIK® vision correction. Or maybe, you're tired of wearing glasses or contacts and are highly considering getting the LASIK procedure done. Keep reading to learn what you need to know about the surgery and what to expect before, during and after your LASIK...
Tired of Blurry Vision? Why You Should get LASIK® Vision Correction
6 in 10 individuals wear glasses or contacts. Since then, many people have been able to do away with their vision correct aids by having LASIK® vision correction. At the moment, the figures state that around 10 million people have had this procedure done. First approved by the FDA in 1999, the...