When it comes to something as precious as your vision, it’s only natural to want the best. This undeniably remains the case when venturing to improve it with surgery. However, quite frankly, not every vision correction technique is made equal. By comparing iLASIK with traditional LASIK surgery, it’s easy to see that one procedure has … Read more
When you were younger, it was probably emphasized that you should wash your hands before dinner. While that advice should be taken well into your adulthood, there are many other scenarios in which you should be washing your hands. In fact, one of the most important times to wash your hands is before you touch … Read more
Although millions of individuals use contact lenses safely everyday, they are not without certain risks, particularly that of an eye infection. The most common cause of eye infections, from contact lenses, is keratitis. Also known as cornea inflammation, Keratitis occurs when the clear tissue on the front of your eye becomes swollen, and can happen … Read more
The majority of Americans have some sort of vision problem. Fortunately, a naturally effective way to make our eyes see better and avoid disease does exist. Eating right can help eyes to be their absolute best. Eyes benefit from certain nutrients found in the right foods. Eating right can even help to strengthen vision. Eating … Read more
Many people have heard the term but, unless you have this condition, it’s may be a mystery. Astigmatism is a common condition that affects the eyes. In fact, a majority of people have astigmatism to some degree. If the condition is minor and doesn’t cause symptoms, treatment is usually not necessary. When the astigmatism is … Read more
While we use certain kinds of light to improve vision here at Advanced Eye Medical – in the form of laser vision correction – other types of light rays can be severely damaging to your eyes. Specifically, we’re talking about the sun’s damaging UV rays. Just like your skin, your eyes are subject to sunburn. … Read more
As the Official Lasik Specialists of the Anaheim Ducks, we want to express our excitement at the phenomenal season they are having so far. With last night’s win over the Atlantic-Division-Leading Boston Bruins, the Ducks remained undefeated in regulation here at the Honda Center in Anaheim. That gives them a wide nine-point lead over San … Read more
As the holiday season continues, many of us find ourselves surrounded by delicious but unhealthy food choices at every turn. From family dinners to parties with friends, it seems like making healthy decisions is next to impossible. Fortunately, there are plenty of foods that will fit right in with your holiday plans and nourish your … Read more
1.Regular checkups. When was the last time you had an eye exam? If it was at 3 years of age, chances are you’re due. The AAO recommends an eye exam before 5 years of age to check for childhood problems like amblyopia (sometimes called lazy eye) or strabismus (misaligned eyes), and then on an as-needed … Read more
Lasik surgery has given millions of people the gift of restored vision and the freedom of not having to wear glasses. It is a relatively easy procedure to perform and is done on an outpatient basis right in an eye doctors fully equipped facility. Not everyone is a good candidate for the surgery for a … Read more