LASIK Candidate

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

LASIK eye surgery can be very successful when performed on the right patient. LASIK can treat severe degrees of nearsightedness, moderate amounts of farsightedness and astigmatism, but LASIK is not right for everyone. While the goal of LASIK surgery is to reduce dependency on glasses or contact lenses, having LASIK cannot guarantee 20/20 vision. Fortunately, […]

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Is Cataract Surgery Safe?

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Cataract Surgery

A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens that can make it hard for you to see. The condition is most common in older people, but anyone can have one. As grow, they can cause symptoms that interfere with daily activities. Cataracts can cause dim, blurred, yellow or double vision. This can make it […]

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Dry Eye and LASIK

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

Dry eyes are no fun: They itch, sting and tear up. They’re a possible side effect of LASIK eye surgery, but usually they clear up within the first year of recovery. It is important when considering LASIK that you understand the possibility of experiencing dry eyes after your procedure. If you suffer from dry eye […]

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Cataract Types

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Cataract Surgery

A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which can make it harder for you to see. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over age 40 and is the principal cause of blindness in the world. Cataracts develop when protein builds up in the lens of your eye, […]

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Should I Have LASIK?

Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in LASIK Surgery

Any elective surgery is an important and often difficult decision. LASIK eye surgery is considered safe and effective by medical standards, but does that mean that it is right for you? Convenience vs. Risk LASIK and other refractive surgery procedures may offer the convenience of a reduced need for corrective lenses, but to achieve that […]

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