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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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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Refractive errors happen as a result of structural changes in the eyes. These changes typically cause light to enter the eyes in an uneven manner, resulting in impaired vision. There are four main types of refractive errors that can usually be diagnosed by carrying out a comprehensive eye exam. Understanding these different refractive errors can...
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As screens have come to dominate most of our lives, reports of ‘eyestrain’ have abounded all over the world. Some have turned to blue-light glasses as a means of warding off the negative effects of eyestrain. Blue light can disrupt our sleep cycle, as it messes with our circadian rhythms. Patients who struggle with insomnia due to...
View MoreKeratoconus 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: Nearsightedness Irregular astigmatism Glare and light sensitivity Changes in eyeglass...
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 MoreAccurate corneal evaluation to determine candidacy and establish what procedure is best for each patient is as important as the procedure itself. We have come a long way from topography and ultrasound pachymetry of 30 years ago. As the field of refractive surgery matured, new methods of examining cornea have been added. We now have 5...
View MoreYour eyesight and vision are meant to last a lifetime, but don’t take them for granted. In this article, we take you through all the steps and precautions you can take to maintain healthy eyes and good vision. #1. Balanced Diet As with most aspects of your health, good vision also depends on a balanced diet. Your diet must include the...
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