When thinking about LASIK to correct vision and kiss your glasses or contact lenses goodbye, it’s not a decision you should make spontaneously. One thing you’ll want to consider is the timing for your procedure. Board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. Brian Will at Will Vision and Laser Centers in Salem, OR, and Vancouver, WA, explains why the…
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The Best Time of Year for LASIK Eye Surgery
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Does My Eyeglass Prescription Qualify for LASIK?
Some people think glasses make them look more intelligent or distinguished, while others enjoy the fashion statement they can make by having multiple eyeglass frame styles and colors. However, others don’t like the inconvenience and expense of having to update their prescription every year, trying fruitlessly to clean hopelessly smudged glasses, or replace lost, broken,…
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The Best Age for LASIK Eye Surgery
Choosing LASIK surgery for vision correction is a personal decision. Some general guidelines may help you determine whether you’re a good candidate and identify the ideal age to consider LASIK. Although there are exceptions, most refractive surgeons recommend getting LASIK between the ages of twenty-five and forty. Keep reading for more information. Before Eighteen LASIK…
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Is Wavefront LASIK for Me?
In the past, LASIK surgery simply reshaped the surface of the eyes using guidance from the patient’s eyeglass prescriptions. That meant everyone with the same prescription for contact lenses or glasses got the same LASIK treatment. With the customized Wavefront technology, Dr. Will uses gold-standard, advanced equipment to create an individualized laser treatment for each…
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10 Warning Signs of Age-Related Eye Problems
Vision problems are a common, if not inevitable, part of the aging process. Some issues are annoying, while others are eye diseases that may lead to blindness if left untreated. Early detection is the secret to solving eye problems before they increase in severity. However, this can only come through regular eye examinations and looking…
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Myopia: Is There A Cure for Nearsightedness?
Myopia is defined as a problem seeing things far away. Although nearsightedness affects all ages, the constant use of digital screens on smartphones, tablets, and computers has increased its risk with children. But you might ask – if you or your children struggle with nearsightedness, is there a cure? Since the advent of smartphones and…
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Bladed vs. Bladeless Lasik
There seems to be some confusion about bladed and bladeless Lasik. You would think the procedures have vast differences in performance and results. But a more accurate comparison is simple. The difference is only how your surgeon performs the step to create the corneal flap. Other than that, the surgeries are essentially the same. Although…
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How to Compare Laser Eye Surgery Prices
If you’re considering laser eye surgery like LASIK, the cost will be a significant concern. It’s a considerable investment. Doing your homework is necessary to ensure the price is reasonable for your vision needs. Prices vary from one surgery center to another, depending significantly on the eye surgeon’s skill, the technology employed, the condition of…
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5 Reasons Why You Should Get LASIK Surgery
Are you considering LASIK to correct your vision but struggle to take the steps to make that appointment? You’re not the only one. Many of our patients who come to us for the treatment put off the decision for years. But many of our patients say they wish they had the procedure sooner after they…
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5 Things to Expect from Your Upcoming Lasik Surgery
What to expect before, during, and after LASIK surgery at Will Vision and Laser Centers will vary from patient to patient. Rest assured that your decision to have LASIK will be life-changing. You have decided to experience clearer vision and are probably excited about the prospect of no longer depending on eyeglasses or contact lenses….