Monovision LASIK is a vision correction designed for patients who struggle to see near and far. For distance, it corrects the dominant eye. For near vision, it undercorrects the non-dominant eye. The outcome includes eliminating the need for reading glasses or contacts for distance. Still, many people in the Pacific Northwest are unaware that this…
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Monovision LASIK: Is It Right for You?
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What Are Alternatives to Reading Glasses
Learning that you need reading glasses may be a shock, especially if you’ve spent most of your life with excellent eyesight. It may be a sign we’re not as young as we once were, yet some myths go hand in hand with needing readers once we turn 40. So naturally, we look for alternatives to…
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The Relationship Between Eyes and Sleep
Many Americans are chronically sleep-deprived, largely due to unhealthy habits like inconsistent sleep schedules. You probably already know how challenging it can be to get through your daily responsibilities after a restless night, but you may not realize that sleep deprivation can affect your precious eyesight. However, you have the power to improve your sleep…
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How Does Living An Active Lifestyle Help Your Eye Health
Eating right, sleeping well, and exercising regularly are how we keep fit, feel healthy and strengthen muscles, cartilage, and bones. In addition, an active lifestyle will reduce the risk of developing chronic health problems like type-2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart issues. Still, you might not realize the lesser-known benefits of staying active, like…
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Long-Term Safety of LASIK vs. Contact Lenses
Prevailing wisdom states that contact lenses are safer than LASIK for vision correction – but as time goes by, we’ve learned new things to challenge this belief. Board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. Brian Will notes that contact lens wearers are more likely than LASIK surgery patients to develop complications that eventually lead to vision loss. Based on…
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Dry Eyes After Menopause
Menopause is a natural part of the aging process that marks the end of your menstrual cycle. During menopause, your body produces less androgen, progesterone, and estrogen, causing a host of uncomfortable symptoms – including hot flashes, sweating, insomnia, and for some women, dry eyes. Symptoms of Dry Eyes Dry eyes can be unpleasant, and…
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Can Vaping Cause Eye Problems?
If you’ve been following headlines for the past few years, you’ve probably heard several conflicting things about vaping. While some people claim this habit is a “safe” way to smoke, lung disease and even death have links to vaping and e-cigarettes. Now, ophthalmologists are sounding the alarm that this type of smoking can harm people’s…
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Do Your Sunglasses Provide Enough UV Protection?
Sunglasses are an accessory that’s practically synonymous with effortless fashion. Slipping on a pair of shades can immediately elevate your outfit to the next level, which explains why people are willing to pay top dollar for designer brand names like Kate Spade, Michael Kors, and Ray-Ban. While sunglasses are stylish, the best pairs should also…
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LASIK Enhancement: When Additional Surgery Is Necessary
If you dream of being able to see clearly without the hassle and discomfort or contacts or glasses, you may be contemplating the benefits of LASIK eye surgery. Since this procedure has become so common, you likely have friends and relatives who have had LASIK and rave about the excellent results they’ve received from this…
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What You Should Know About Using Artificial Tears for Dry Eyes Post-Lasik
Like most surgical procedures, Lasik requires additional care to help with recovery, healing, and discomfort after the surgery. Irritation and dry eyes are most people’s biggest concerns in the immediate period following their Lasik procedure. Luckily, a pocket-sized bottle of artificial tears is typically the extent of what you need to relieve these symptoms. But…
