Wavefront-guided LASIK improves night driving performance

Mar 01, 2008

Patients concerned about night vision quality after LASIK should be aware of a recent study that compared night vision in patients treated with conventional versus wavefront-guided technology. Results of this study were presented by retired Navy Captain Steven C. Schallhorn at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Read More

Is SBK a better procedure than LASIK?

Oct 24, 2007

Approximately 90% of vision correction surgeries performed in the United States are LASIK procedures. But you may soon start hearing about a new refractive surgery procedure called SBK (or "sub-Bowman's keratomileusis"). SBK is similar to LASIK, and may be less likely to cause dry eyes and other complications. Read More

Better pain management helps PRK make comeback

Oct 21, 2007

Nearly forgotten after the introduction of LASIK, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), the original laser vision correction procedure, may be making a comeback. New post-operative medications promise to make PRK more comfortable, and the flap-free PRK procedure offers some advantages over LASIK. Read More

What to expect to pay for LASIK

Sep 11, 2007

"How much does LASIK cost?" As simple as that question is, the honest answer is, "It depends." LSN reviews the latest laser vision correction pricing data to give you a good idea of what you can expect to pay for LASIK surgery in 2007-2008. Read More

Refractive surgery center for military pilots opens

Aug 30, 2007

The U.S. Defense Department's first Joint Warfighter Refractive Surgery Center opened recently at Lackland Air Force Base near San Antonio, Texas. The facility includes three temperature- and humidity-controlled laser eye surgery suites and is staffed by eight Air Force and Army surgeons, according to a press release issued by Lackland's Wilford Hall Medical Center. Read More

Most LASIK patients recommend it to others

Aug 28, 2007

Are most people happy with the outcome of their LASIK surgery? Judging by the results of a recent survey, the answer is a resounding "yes." Nearly 90% of those who have had LASIK or other vision correction surgery report recommending it to others. Read More

Fear remains a major obstacle to LASIK acceptance

Aug 23, 2007

According to surveys of people interested in laser vision correction, fear remains the major stumbling block for them to proceed with the surgery. A new report suggests that giving LASIK candidates appropriate information and a greater sense of control may break down this barrier. Read More

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