The Top Five FAQ’s about LASIK
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With almost 20 million procedures performed in the United States alone, LASIK laser vision correction surgeries have become an extremely popular way for people to decrease or eliminate their dependence on glasses or contact lenses and treat common vision problems like myopia, hyperopia, and even astigmatism. At Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.C., we talk…
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How is LASER Technology Used in Eye Surgery?
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Laser eye surgery was made possible in the 1980s, when researchers at an IBM research facility discovered that their new excimer laser could incise animal tissue with extreme precision and without leaving behind scar tissue. This led to the first surgical application of a laser on human tissue. After roughly a decade of clinical trials…
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What You Need to Know about LASIK
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What You Need to Know about LASIK Since it was approved by the FDA in 1995, almost 20 million patients have undergone LASIK eye surgery in the United States. Of these patients, the vast majority (well over 95%) has reported satisfaction with the results of their procedure, with most achieving uncorrected vision of 20/40 or…
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LASIK Surgery Makes the “Perfect” Gift
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As summer approaches and the end of the school year draws near, proud parents all over the country may be seeking the perfect graduation gift to express the pride they feel. In recent years, the trend has expanded from watches or stationary sets towards something that really symbolizes “looking ahead” to the next chapter in…
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How is the Sun Damaging Your Eyes?
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While most are aware of the damage the sun can cause to unprotected skin, fewer know that long term exposure to this increased level of ultraviolet (UV) light can cause a number of conditions that could adversely affect your eyesight. At Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons your eye health is important and educating our patients…
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Treating Your Eye Condition with Specialized Surgery
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While many eye conditions are treated with medicated drops and a renewed eye care regimen, there are some situations where more drastic measures must be taken to ensure optimal patient eye health. Dr. William Segal performs various types of eye surgery to combat the numerous eye conditions that may arise throughout a person’s life. Highly…
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