Eyelid Surgery: Cost, Photos, Rewiews, Q&A

Can artificial tears cause eye floaters?

Floaters are not caused by eye drops
Oct 31, 2015

Floaters are lumps in the vitreous (the gel like filling of the eye). They can be indicative of a serious eye problem like bleeding in the eye and retinal tears. Because of this, patients who notice the onset of new floaters should see an eye doctor promptly to evaluate. Eye drops stay on the surface of the eye and cannot cause floaters.

Still cannot see far away after LASIK surgery. Should I go somewhere else for a second opinion?

20/20 Does Not Mean Perfect Vision
Aug 30, 2015

There are many reasons why a patient may trouble reading distant signs. Dry eyes may be one reason. There may also be a small refractive error (such as astigmatism). Ask why you are having trouble. Try to stay open and positive. Are there other measures needed to improve your dry eyes? Would a low powered eyeglass prescription help you to read signs when you are traveling in unfamiliar areas? This might be a reasonable solution and, in some cases, preferable to…

Very blurry after LASIK and I cannot cry. Is this normal?

Blurry Vision After LASIK
Aug 30, 2015

It is common for farsighted patients to be over corrected after their procedure and therefore have some difficulty with their distance vision. The description about being blurry beyond a foot, however, seems extreme and I don’t see how you can be expected to function. Please see your surgeon and ask if he can temporarily put you in some soft contacts or eyeglasses during your recovery.Dry eyes are also a common, temporary problem during recovery and if lubricating eye drops are…

Am I a good candidate for LASIK?

Too High for LASIK
Aug 30, 2015

Your prescription is less than ideal for LASIK. Consider Phakic IOL’s (implantable lenses: Visian, Verisyse etc). The quality of vision is better with implantable lenses for very high prescriptions.

Why is it recommended not to use a steam room for a few weeks after Lasik treatment?

Steam Room After LASIK
Mar 30, 2014

I assume your doctor is concerned about infection. Because the water is boiled and therefore sterile, I have no such restriction although I do not allow hot tubs/swimming for 3 weeks after LASIK.

I just had two different LASIK assessments with different outcomes, what should I do?

Different Opinions
Mar 30, 2014

Sometimes the answer is not clear cut. Of course, it is usually better to err on the side of safety. Consider alternatives such as PRK or Implantable lenses.

Completely out of curiosity, but do you believe that the iris lightening kit from isis cosmeceuticals r

Iris Lightening
Nov 28, 2013

There are no FDA approved methods to lighten eye color. There is no proof that the product you mention is safe or effective. You should not use it.