Yearly Archives: 2025

WaveLight Plus vs. Standard LASIK: What’s the Difference?

Published: November 24, 2025

At Pacific Vision Institute, we understand that choosing the right LASIK procedure is a significant decision in your journey toward clearer vision. As a leader in advanced laser vision correction, we are committed to providing you with the most accurate, personalized, and effective treatments available. Explore the differences between WaveLight...

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Intacs Surgery

What Are Intacs and How Do They Work?

Published: September 18, 2025

For patients struggling with corneal conditions like keratoconus or mild myopia, achieving lasting vision correction can feel out of reach. Fortunately, there’s a lesser-known yet highly effective solution that doesn’t require removing any corneal tissue: Intacs. At Pacific Vision Institute in San Francisco, Dr. Ella Faktorovich—a...

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Top Myths About Cataracts

Published: August 1, 2025

Have you been told to wait until your cataracts "ripen"? Or that you'll always need glasses afterward? You're not alone. At Pacific Vision Institute, a global leader in advanced vision correction and cataract surgery, we often meet patients who have been misinformed about cataracts and their treatment. Led by world-renowned eye surgeons Dr. Ella...

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EVO ICL: Treatment for Myopia and Astigmatism

Published: July 24, 2025

At Pacific Vision Institute, we believe that life is best lived in full clarity. For those struggling with myopia and astigmatism, achieving crystal-clear vision can be life-changing. That’s why we offer advanced solutions like EVO Implantable Collamer® Lenses (EVO ICL), a state-of-the-art treatment that delivers high-definition sight with...

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Spring Allergies and Your Eyes: How Pollen Affects Your Vision

Published: June 6, 2025

Spring brings warmer weather, blooming flowers, and longer days—but it also brings pollen. For many people, seasonal allergies can make this time of year miserable, especially when it comes to eye health. If you’ve noticed itchy, watery, or red eyes, pollen may be the culprit. Let’s explore how spring allergies affect your eyes and what...

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LASIK for Astigmatism: Is It Effective?

Published: May 7, 2025

Astigmatism is a common refractive error in the eye that can cause blurred or distorted vision. It occurs when the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, is shaped more like a football than a basketball. This irregular shape prevents light from focusing properly on the retina, resulting in blurry vision at all distances. While glasses and...

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