It is important to gather information and address any concerns you may have when getting ready for LASIK surgery or any other kind of laser eye surgery. Here are some queries you might think about posing to your doctor: 1. Am I a good candidate for laser eye surgery or LASIK? To find out if…
Read MoreKeratoconus is a condition where the cornea becomes thin and bulges outwards in a cone shape, making it weaker and less stable. LASIK involves removing a small amount of corneal tissue to reshape the cornea and improve visual acuity. Hence, in individuals who have keratoconus, removing additional corneal tissue through LASIK can further weaken the…
Read MoreKeratoconus is a condition where the cornea becomes thin and bulges outwards in a cone shape, making it weaker and less stable. LASIK involves removing a small amount of corneal tissue to reshape the cornea and improve visual acuity. Hence, in individuals who have keratoconus, removing additional corneal tissue through LASIK can further weaken the…
Read MoreLed by the experienced and skilled ophthalmologist Dr. Mahnaz Naveed Shah, The Eye Center, Dr. Mahnaz Naveed Shah & Associates offers a wide range of eye care services, including comprehensive eye exams, prescription eyewear and and treatment for various medical and eye conditions such as glaucoma, retina problem, cataracts, macular degeneration, corneal diseases, corneal transplantation,…
Read MoreNearsightedness, or myopia, is when near objects appear clear but distant objects appear blurry. This happens when light rays incorrectly bend (refract) due to the shape of the eye or specific portions of the eye. Normally, light rays should fall on the retina (the back portion of the eye), to give a clear image. In…
Read MoreHow should I take care of my eyes after LASIK? Your eye surgeon or one of the other ophthalmologists or eye specialists practice at the will provide you with thorough aftercare instructions following your Femto-LASIK (bladeless) procedure. Is this a good age and life-stage for me to have Femto-LASIK? Your eyesight may alter due to…
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The Eye Centre uses Femtosecond and other lasers for the correction of refractive error or the need to remove spectacles. We have an Oculus Pentacam HD onsite to evaluate patients using Scheimpflug imaging to help ensure adherence to best possible practice patterns and best possible outcomes. The Eye Centre also houses an Argon and Zeiss…
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