Once upon a time, people had to have natural-born 20/20 vision in order to become a pilot or an astronaut. With the advancement of sight-enhancing technologies and procedures, the government has become a little more lenient regarding an applicant’s optometrical history. Some available treatments and procedures can help a person achieve 20/20 vision in just … Read more
Issues with your vision can occur at any time during your lifetime. This can be caused by a variety of factors so it’s important to regularly visit an eye doctor. They can help monitor changes to your vision and adjust any prescriptions accordingly. If you notice vision changes, you may wonder, what causes poor eyesight? … Read more
Corrective eye surgeries have been experimented with since the mid-20th century. However, laser-assisted surgeries are a relatively new phenomenon. In order to accurately track the history of Lasik itself, we will focus on the evolution of laser-assisted eye surgeries and the improvements that have occurred in the last 30+ years. How Lasik Has Improved Over Time The … Read more
The most frequently asked question about LASIK is whether it is possible to consider the procedure for older patients. The good news is that the key elements of LASIK candidacy for seniors are the same as for everyone else. You may be a candidate for LASIK eye operation if you have a stable prescription for … Read more
Lasik treatment is a procedure that improves your vision and permanently reshapes the tissue in the front of your eye. The procedure can dramatically improve numerous aspects of your life outside of just your vision. Below you will find the ways life improves after Lasik. Ways Life Improves After Lasik If you have issues with … Read more
Eyelid surgery isn’t just for women. In fact, it is often more beneficial for men due to their natural facial structure. Sure every man’s face is different. However, men are more likely to have heavy brows and prominent cheekbones. Can Men Get Eyelid Surgery Both of these features help to create the definition that we … Read more
Anyone who has visited the eye doctor to address vision issues should be familiar with the best and most innovative treatments to improve eyesight. Whether due to farsightedness, nearsightedness, or astigmatism, LASIK and cataract surgery in Orange County may be a viable option for candidates looking to prevent total loss of vision. But before you … Read more
Cataracts is a common vision condition that impacts millions of Americans. More than 20 million Americans over the age of 40 have the condition, and more than 90% of people develop the condition by the age of 65. Cataracts occurs when the lens of your eye becomes cloudy from the natural proteins that develop over … Read more
While cataracts predominantly affect the elderly, it is possible for anyone to develop a cataract. In fact, a small percentage of babies are born with congenital cataracts. The good news is that cataracts before the age of 50 are rare. Only about 1% of all cataract cases occur before that threshold. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t … Read more
As the most popular vision restoration procedure in the world, LASIK can offer patients the opportunity to have perfect vision while saying goodbye to glasses and contact lenses. If you are like many of our patients who sign up to get LASIK in Mission Viejo, you are probably curious about both the treatment and the recovery … Read more