Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease during which a thinning cornea gradually gets distorted and forms a cone. The result is impaired vision and a reduction in quality of life. Keratoconus can affect one or both eyes, and symptoms may include: NearsightednessIrregular astigmatismGlare and light sensitivityChanges in eyeglass...
View MoreRefractive surgery, a surgical procedure is done on the eyes that correct visual defects, is designed to permanently change the shape of the cornea so that light can properly focus on the retina. Many people are familiar with or have heard of LASIK surgery, which is a form of refractive surgery. At Pacific Vision, our laser eye surgery...
View MoreAlthough LASIK has been done by more than 10,000,000 people since its inception and FDA approval in1999, and although it remains to this day as one of the most widely used surgical methods of improvingvision, unfortunately, not everyone is a candidate for it. For people for whom LASIK is not an option, thereare other almost equally effective...
View MoreIf you are scheduled to undergo cataract surgery, you are likely interested in learning what to do to prepare yourself for the surgery. What is allowed and what is disallowed? And how can you make your cataract surgery as smooth and stress-free as it can be? That is what we will cover for you here. Rest assured, cataract surgery is one of the...
View MoreLetterbox view of amazing female green and grey colored eye with a tiny bit of makeup around close-up LASIK surgery is a well-known procedure where the surgeon uses lasers to correct refractive errors, known as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) astigmatism. While the surgeons can significantly benefit patients with this...
View MoreThe decision to undergo Lasik eye surgery shouldn’t be made lightly. Most people want to go through their lives without eyeglasses and contact lenses. Lasik eye surgery promises a simple solution to the problem— a quick procedure that helps the surgeon address the root cause of your vision problems, allowing you to ditch your eyeglasses...
View MoreThe demand for refractive surgery has seen a steady rise during the COVID-19 pandemic, with an increasing number of patients opting for LASIK surgeries. Since the Pacific Vision Institute reopened on the 2nd of June, the number of LASIK surgeries performed from June to August increased by a stunning 42% compared to the same period in...
View More“Intacs” is the brand name of an FDA-approved medical device used to treat keratoconus, a progressive eye condition wherein the cornea bulges outward and droops down, making it impossible for your eyes to focus. To understand Intacs and how they work, let’s look at the condition they treat. What is keratoconus? In healthy eyes, the...
View MoreCataracts are extremely common. They’re the leading cause of vision loss amongst individuals over 55 years of age. Over 50% of all adults suffer from cataracts by the time they’re 65. And most people have cataracts to some extent by the time they’re 75. If you have blurry or cloudy vision and fit within the aforementioned demographics,...
View MoreWhenever you have surgery, you should ensure you’re perfectly prepared. No matter how simple or safe the surgery may be, you should take all precautions necessary to minimize the risk of side effects and ensure optimal results. LASIK eye surgery is one of the best methods to permanently restore 20/20 vision, treating issues like...
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