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The Difference Between LASIK and LASEK
Both LASIK and LASEK rely on laser technology, and either can make it possible to see clearly without corrective lenses. But what’s the difference, and which is best for you? Read what a top laser surgeon says about these life-changing procedures.
May 19th, 2023

Warning Signs of Cataracts
Cataracts are a common vision problem for older people, but they can affect younger people, too. Knowing the symptoms of cataracts, along with their risk factors, can help you get early treatment. Here’s what to look for.
Mar 3rd, 2022

Eye Health Tips for Seniors
With age comes wisdom — and also a whole host of new health worries. That includes an increase in vision-related problems. But, you can do some things to prevent them, including these 10 simple tips.
Feb 2nd, 2022

A Closer Look at Your Cornea and What Can Go Wrong
Your corneas play a vital role in your vision, yet most of us don’t know what the corneas do or what problems they can have. This quick overview can help you get the medical care you need to keep your corneas — and your eyes — healthy.
Jan 5th, 2022

Why Regular Eye Exams Are Important
It can be easy to take good vision for granted, but to make sure your eyes stay healthy, you need regular eye exams. Here, you’ll learn four important reasons to schedule them on a regular basis.
Dec 8th, 2021

How Does Diabetes Impact Your Eye Health?
Diabetes can dramatically increase your risk of vision problems, including permanent vision loss. If you have diabetes, read this post to learn what important steps you should take to protect your vision.
Nov 9th, 2021

How Photorefractive Keratectomy Can Correct Your Vision
LASIK might be the best-known type of laser refractive surgery, but it’s not the only type. In fact, PRK has been around longer than LASIK — and for some patients, it’s hands down the better choice. Here’s how PRK works to correct vision.
Oct 10th, 2021

Understanding What Causes Lazy Eye
Also called amblyopia, lazy eye is a relatively common vision problem that develops during early childhood. If your child has a lazy eye, here’s what you should know about its causes and its treatment.
Sep 6th, 2021

Why Laser Cataract Surgery Might Be Right for You
Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgeries, helping older women and men enjoy clearer vision. Dr. Garrana offers both traditional and laser-assisted surgeries. Here’s how to decide which is right for you.
Aug 17th, 2021

The Importance of Eye Care if You’re a Diabetic
Diabetes can take a major toll on your eye health and your vision. The key to preventing those complications is to understand the link between diabetes and eye health, so you can get treatment as early as possible. Here’s what you should know.
Jul 19th, 2021

How ReLEx SMILE Improves Your Laser Eye Surgery
Considering LASIK for your nearsightedness? ReLEx SMILE laser eye surgery offers excellent results and a faster healing time for many people with mild to moderate myopia. Here’s how ReLEx SMILE works and how to tell if you’re a good candidate.
Jun 21st, 2021

Tips for Recovering From Refractive Eye Surgery
Refractive eye surgery has a long track record of reliable results, and the recovery process is pretty straightforward, too. If refractive eye surgery is in your future, here’s what you can do to speed along your recovery.
May 5th, 2021

What's the Difference Between LASIK and LASEK?
LASIK has revolutionized eye care for millions of people with refractive vision problems — but it’s not for everyone. If you’ve been told you’re not a candidate for LASIK, LASEK might be a better option. Here’s how the two treatments differ.
Apr 1st, 2021

Strengthening Weak Corneas Through Corneal Cross-Linking
Your corneas play a big role in maintaining clear vision. If your corneas are weak, they can “warp,” causing vision to blur. Cross-linking is a state-of-the-art treatment to strengthen corneas and prevent further vision problems. Here’s how it works.
Mar 1st, 2021

Eye Care Tips for Diabetics
Your vision plays a huge role in your quality of life. If you have diabetes, you have to take extra steps to avoid serious vision problems, including blindness. Here are six things you can do to help your eyes stay healthy.
Feb 4th, 2021

The Treatment Options for Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eyes aren’t just annoying. They can increase your risk of eye infections and other problems, too. Our team offers state-of-the-art dry eye treatments tailored to every patient’s unique needs. Here’s how we can help you.
Jan 1st, 2021

3 Telltale Symptoms of Strabismus
Strabismus is an eye condition characterized by misalignment of one or both eyes. Keep reading to learn how to spot it and how a specialized eye doctor can help improve the appearance of crossed eyes.
Dec 8th, 2020

4 Types of Refractive Errors
If you have trouble seeing, you could have a refractive error. Keep reading to learn what these common eye problems are and how an experienced ophthalmologist can help you see better in no time.
Nov 2nd, 2020

COVID-19 and Ophthalmology: What You Need to Know
We’ve all heard of COVID-19, but did you know the coronavirus can also affect the eyes? Keep reading to learn more about this finding and what guidelines you should follow to keep your eyes safe and healthy.
Oct 15th, 2020

Your Treatment Options for Strabismus
You may not have heard of strabismus, but you may have heard of a crossed eye. Keep reading to learn about the available treatments for this condition and why it’s important to see an eye doctor sooner rather than later.
Sep 17th, 2020

LASEK — The Latest Approach to Corrective Laser Eye Surgery

You’ve probably heard of LASIK eye surgery, but have you heard of LASEK? It’s a new advancement in corrective laser eye surgery that can treat astigmatism, nearsightedness, or farsightedness. Keep reading to learn more about LASEK and whether it’s a good o
Aug 12th, 2020

Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy
If you have diabetes, you have a higher risk of developing a serious eye condition called diabetic retinopathy. Keep reading to learn more about diabetic retinopathy and how you can keep your eyes healthy for years to come.
Jul 31st, 2020

5 Signs You Might Have Cataracts
Cataracts develop slowly over time until one day you realize you can’t see that well anymore. Here are five signs you may have cataracts and how you can find treatment.
Feb 1st, 2020

Correcting Myopia With Implantable Contact Lenses
If you have vision problems, such as nearsightedness (myopia), you may benefit from implantable contact lenses (ICLs). These permanent lenses can give you great vision if you’re unable to have LASIK surgery.
Dec 1st, 2019

Fight Dry Eye This Winter: We Have Solutions
If you’re among the millions of Americans with dry eye syndrome, you know just how irritating the problem can be, especially in the winter. Use these self-care strategies to keep your eyes well-lubricated as environmental moisture levels plummet.
Nov 1st, 2019

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
May 3rd, 2023