by Liane Metz | Jun 28, 2018 | Optometrist
What is LASIK? This stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis. It’s a form of corrective eye surgery that’s ideal for people who suffer from nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism. What are the advantages? LASIK surgery has a high success rate, WebMD reports,...
by Liane Metz | Jun 1, 2016 | Optometrist
Myopia, or near-sightedness, is the most common reason for getting glasses, followed by hypertrophy, or farsightedness, and astigmatism. While myopia tends to stabilize with age, hypertrophy becomes more common, leading to bifocals or transitional lenses. When you...
by Liane Metz | Nov 2, 2015 | Optometrist
The optometrist has confirmed that the time has come for some type of corrective eyewear. What remains to be decided is whether the patient would prefer to go with Designer Eyeglass Frames in Chicago or get contacts. Before making a decision, take some time to check...