According to the Prevent Blindness organization, more women than men suffer from cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, and macular degeneration.
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Eye Health Risks of Smoking
We’re all aware of the harmful effects that smoking can have on our bodies, but many people don’t realize the negative impact that smoking can have on our vision as well.
Laser technology continues to make medical procedures quicker, safer and more accurate, and now thanks to femtosecond technology (the same technology behind LASIK) cataract procedures are included in these advances.
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness and are so common later in life that it’s basically considered part of the aging process.
Cataract surgery is one of the most prevalent surgeries performed in the U.S. with over three million completed each year. Most people understand the importance of cataract removal, but many don’t know what happens after the surgery.
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Astigmatism Defined
Like near-sightedness and far-sightedness, astigmatism causes vision to be blurry due to an imperfection in the shape of your cornea.