Are Dry Eye Symptoms Better After LASIK or PRK?

Dry eye syndrome is a common concern for individuals considering laser vision correction procedures such as LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) or PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy). While both procedures aim to correct refractive errors and reduce dependency on glasses or...

Understanding the different options for Laser Vision Correction

Laser vision correction has revolutionized the field of ophthalmology, providing individuals with an opportunity to achieve clearer vision and reduce their dependence on glasses or contact lenses. While the term “laser vision correction” is commonly used to describe various...

How Long Should You Rest After LASIK

LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) eye surgery has emerged as a popular vision correction procedure, providing individuals with clearer vision and reducing the dependence on glasses or contact lenses. While LASIK is a relatively safe and effective procedure, proper...

The Role of LASIK in Improving Workplace Productivity

In today’s fast-paced and competitive work environment, optimal vision plays a vital role in maximizing productivity and efficiency. Many individuals rely on glasses or contact lenses to correct their refractive errors, which can sometimes hinder their performance and limit...

What Will Happen During My LASIK Consultation?

If you have decided to have LASIK eye surgery performed, you are likely very excited about this literal change in vision for yourself. We at SightMD appreciate your enthusiasm, but we advise you to also proceed with caution. Before...

What Happens if You Look Around During LASIK Eye Surgery?

If you are thinking about undergoing LASIK eye surgery, you probably have many questions of what to expect. And since the procedure involves pointing lasers into your eyes, you might even have second thoughts. One question that we at...

Will I need reading glasses after LASIK Eye Surgery

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a popular refractive surgery that can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, providing clearer vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses. However, one common question that arises when considering LASIK is whether reading...

LASIK for Presbyopia: Addressing Age-Related Vision Changes

As we age, our eyes undergo various changes, including the development of presbyopia, a condition that affects near vision. Presbyopia makes it difficult to read small print, use digital devices, or perform close-up tasks without the aid of reading...

Can I Wear My Contacts Before My LASIK Eye Surgery?

Ah, the evolution of improved vision. First there were eyeglasses, followed by contact lenses. And finally, LASIK eye surgery came into existence. If you are making the transition from contact lenses to LASIK, you are probably wondering…Can I wear my...

I’ve Heard that LASIK Causes Night Vision Problems. Is This True?

As the adage says, “knowledge is power,” and the more well-informed a person is before making a big decision, the better off he or she will be. And one question that potential candidates for LASIK eye surgery have often...

How Long After LASIK Can I Drive?

Many people who long to say “goodbye” to their eyeglasses have done just that with LASIK surgery. Vision problems, like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism may be corrected with LASIK surgery, which can improve eyesight while eliminating the need for...

Can You Blink During LASIK Eye Surgery

Any procedure that involves inspecting or operating on the human eye is, to put it mildly, delicate. That’s why there are many questions and concerns about eye surgery, such as LASIK. Despite being a safe and frequently performed procedure,...

Should I consider getting LASIK Eye Surgery in the summer?

It is safe to say that LASIK eye surgery is performed on an almost year-round basis. Approximately 600,000 to 700,000 of these operations are performed annually. Some candidates for LASIK wonder, however, as to the best time of year...

Can you go blind from LASIK Eye Surgery?

Most, if not all, optical professionals believe that LASIK eye surgery is one of the true breakthroughs in treating a variety of vision problems. LASIK has the ability to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and has also proven to cure astigmatism. We at...

How Does LASIK Work? Everything You Need to Know

The main goal of LASIK eye surgery is to change the shape of the cornea so that it can better focus images onto the retina, allowing you to see more clearly. This effect is achieved through the use of two lasers....

Can I Have LASIK Done Twice?

Ah, LASIK eye surgery. This once revolutionary procedure has been chosen by many at the closest option to getting near-perfect vision. And the many requests to have this operation has led to just as many questions, one of which is...

Which is the Better option: LASIK or LASEK Eye Surgery?

Most of you are familiar with the term “LASIK eye surgery” – even if you’ve never undergone the procedure. And the title above is no mistake. There is such a thing as “LASEK” surgery for the eyes. (As if...

LASIK vs Cataract Surgery: How do they compare?

If you’ve been following “Everyday Insight” on a regular basis (and we at SightMD hope you are), you’ve most likely read blogs about or glanced over descriptions of the terms—“cataract surgery” and “LASIK eye surgery.” In fact, you may...

What’s the Right Age to Undergo LASIK Surgery?

Age can influence your candidacy for LASIK eye surgery, but it is by no means set in stone. In fact, there is no set age for LASIK eye surgery. Most LASIK eye surgeons, however, will not perform the procedure...

Which is Better for me LASIK or PRK?

LASIK Eye Surgery and PRK are types of refractive eye surgery. They treat vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Both LASIK and PRK use a laser to reshape the cornea, the clear outer layer of your eye that focuses light so...

Does LASIK Eye Surgery Hurt?

As LASIK eye surgery is considered perhaps one of the greatest (if not single greatest) innovations for improving and correcting vision, there are understandably a number of questions regarding the operation, such as if the procedure ultimately leads to 20/20...

The Best LASIK Practice on Long Island

SightMD has now earned the Best LASIK Surgery practice title for nine years in a row! Here at SightMD, we have spent years refining the art of laser vision correction so that we could provide you with the safest, most reliable...

Does LASIK Give You 20/20 Vision?

We at SightMD receive many vision-related questions from our patients as well as the general public. One frequent topic of curiosity concerns the breakthrough operation in eye surgery known as LASIK eye surgery. And the question that is top-of-mind among people...

Does LASIK Work for Astigmatism?

Ah, LASIK eye surgery. While a magnificent innovation in eye surgery to correct a variety of vision problems many questions about LASIK abound, particularly in regard to how long the positive results last. Consider, for example, astigmatism—one of the main...

Does LASIK Eye Surgery Last Forever?

A lot has been written about LASIK Eye Surgery, ranging from the risks involved with the operation to how long the healing process takes, among other topics. To this list, SightMD adds a question that many candidates have: Will LASIK improve their vision for...

How Long Does LASIK Take to Heal?

The purpose—not to mention the popularity—of  LASIK surgery is the end result of restoring 20/20 vision to those who choose this procedure to improve their eyesight. Answers to other matters connected to LASIK surgery, such as the healing period,...

Why You Should Consider LASIK Eye Surgery During the Holiday Season

There’s a good chance you’re busy finding the perfect presents for your loved ones. But don’t forget that you deserve something special, too. And what better gift than clear vision? If you’ve been thinking about getting LASIK eye surgery to reduce...

LASIK Eye Surgery on Long Island

If you are interested in getting LASIK eye surgery in Suffolk County or Nassau County on Long Island, we invite you to experience the SightMD difference at our Long Island locations which offers full-service LASIK and laser vision correction. Each of our locations...

What Are The Risks of LASIK Eye Surgery?

The vision innovation that is LASIK eye surgery has improved the eyesight of millions. If you have been considering pursuing this procedure — and are an eligible candidate — you should take the risks connected with LASIK into account. The more...

Why is My Vision Blurry After LASIK?

For many, LASIK eye surgery is a wonder of the modern age of vision. Thanks to LASIK eye surgery conditions that range from astigmatism to myopia may be corrected, and the eyesight of many people is improved. And yet, many who undergo LASIK...

Who Should Not Have LASIK Eye Surgery?

Would you believe that the very first eye surgery operation was performed way back in 1735? This proves that vision health, issues, and remedies have been a centuries-old focus. And while the advances that have been made in science,...

What Are The Side Effects of LASIK surgery?

So, you’ve decided to have LASIK eye surgery performed on your eyes in order to see clearer and brighter. While this is an exciting step to take for your vision, you more than likely have some questions about possible side effects. SightMD is...

How to pay for LASIK eye surgery

If you are getting LASIK eye surgery, you want to opt for an experienced laser eye surgeon with great reviews and recommendations. This could mean that you’ll be out roughly $3,000 per eye depending on the severity of your vision...

What You Need to Know About Allergies and LASIK

Suffering from allergies can cause uncomfortable ocular conditions like dryness or even conjunctivitis. Unfortunately, if you have to wear contact lenses to see clearly, these optical aids can make your allergy symptoms worse. Pollen, dander, and particulate matter can attach to contact...

Can LASIK eye surgery fix astigmatism?

What is Astigmatism ? Astigmatism is a common type of refractive error and while it is usually present at birth, as a result of the shape of the eye, it can fluctuate throughout life. The source of astigmatism is most...

What is Presbyopia?

Presbyopia describes natural aging changes to the lens of the eye that cause patients with great distance vision to need reading glasses and those with a distance prescription to need bifocals. When we enter our mid 40s, the lens...

Vision Disorders That LASIK Can Treat

What Issues can LASIK Treat? LASIK is performed to correct refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. LASIK corrects the corneal shape that causes these refractive errors so light can focus directly on the retina.  Nearsightedness (Myopia) Nearsighted...

Nearsighted vs. Farsighted: What Do They Actually Mean?

More than 11 million Americans have common vision problems that can be corrected with the use of prescriptive eyewear such as glasses or contact lenses. These conditions are known as refractive errors and they occur when the eye doesn’t...