Is Vision Loss From Cataracts Permanent?

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Cataracts are a big problem for many people. In fact, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world. Cataracts are an unavoidable part of life since at some point almost everyone will get them. But don’t let that frighten you. It’s possible to treat cataracts. Better yet, the surgery to remove them is…

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3 Reasons You Should Really Consider LASIK

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Many people have gone their entire lives needing to use glasses. Some of them have become so accustomed to wearing them that they can’t even imagine life without them. Whether you have had poor eyesight your entire life or are only starting to look at corrective options, LASIK may be the best solution. Here are…

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5 Tips For A More Relaxed Cataract Surgery Recovery

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Recovering from any kind of surgery is not exactly anyone’s idea of fun. But having cataract surgery is not so bad! You’ll have to be careful during the initial stages of healing after you leave the office. You will likely find that you can resume most of your normal routine within just a few weeks…

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Is It Time To Say Goodbye To Contact Lenses?

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If you are one of the many people that wear contact lenses to avoid wearing glasses, you may already know some of the cons of them. Applying them can be irritating (both physically and mentally). Keeping them maintained and replacing them can get expensive. Oh, and losing them is much easier than it should be….

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4 Ways You Can Prepare Before LASIK

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LASIK doesn’t begin or end on the day that you get it. There are things you need to do beforehand to make sure everything goes smoothly.  You can learn more about what you need to do during a LASIK consultation at Frantz EyeCare but here are some easy ways you can prepare before LASIK!  1….

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Is Getting Cataract Surgery In The Spring Smart?

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Living with cataracts can be a challenge, but luckily removing them is easy and as safe as a surgery can be. There are ways to manage your cataracts, such as adding extra lighting and wearing glasses more often. You may also be wondering if there are better times of the year to get procedures like…

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4 Ways To Ensure You Have The Best LASIK Recovery

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Recovering from surgery can be a daunting task that may turn you off of a surgical procedure. But LASIK is a procedure that is well worth the effort required. And even better: recovery is actually not all that difficult. You will need to be more careful about getting things in your eyes and try not…

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Are Premium IOLs Worth It?

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If you are preparing for cataract surgery, then you need to think about what your vision will be like after. There’s more to cataract surgery than removing cataracts from your eyes. The lens must also be fully removed and then replaced with an IOL. Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are synthetic devices. They’re made from silicone or…

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How Does LASIK Work?

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Most people know that LASIK involves lasers, but not everyone knows what the lasers do. How are surgeons able to correct your vision in minutes when you’ve spent a lifetime with poor eyesight? The answer is simpler than you may think! Keep reading to find out more about how LASIK works! A Brief History of…

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