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Understanding the Duration of Vision Correction

How Long Do LASIK Results Last? LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) Eye Surgery has revolutionized the field of vision correction, providing millions of individuals with clearer vision and freedom from glasses or contact lenses. However, one common question among...

Is LASIK Suitable for Severe Nearsightedness or Farsightedness?

Is LASIK Better for Severe Nearsightedness or Farsightedness? LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) has revolutionized the field of vision correction, offering an effective solution for many common refractive errors, such as nearsightedness (myopia) and farsightedness (hyperopia). However, there has...

How common is lens dislocation after cataract surgery?

A dislocated intraocular lens (IOL) after cataract surgery is rare and occurs in less than 3% of cases, but it can be a serious complication that may require surgery to repair. Sufferers usually have the following disorders or previous...

Which is Better for me LASIK or PRK?

LASIK Eye Surgery and PRK are types of refractive eye surgery. They treat vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Both LASIK and PRK use a laser to reshape the cornea, the clear outer layer of your eye that focuses light so...

Does LASIK Give You 20/20 Vision?

We at SightMD receive many vision-related questions from our patients as well as the general public. One frequent topic of curiosity concerns the breakthrough operation in eye surgery known as LASIK eye surgery. And the question that is top-of-mind among people...