Archive for July, 2008

Lasik Eye Surgery or Contacts?

Saturday, July 19th, 2008

When it comes to choosing between lasik eye surgery and contact lenses, my friends are split down the middle. Some swear by lasik, while others are hell bent on contacts. But finally I see a break, with advent of technology and more comforting ads, the fear factor and squeamishness seem to be reducing. 

I asked the question to Dr. Andrew Caster, Los Angeles Lasik Surgeon. I told him about fear, an all encompassing trait that overrides everything else.My opinion is Lasik laser vision correction is one of the great medical advances of our time. There is really no other procedure in all of medicine that combines such profound improvement with lack of pain and very rapid recovery.

Now there are a plethora of different lasers to choose from, including my favorite, the WaveLight Allegretto. Talk to your doctor. There are so many procedures now including Lasik, IntraLase, PRK, and Lasek. Choose something which is good for you.

Having said that, Laser vision correction is not right for everyone. Only perform the procedure if your doctor is confident that excellent results can be obtained. For the 30% odd unsuitable candidates, I guess contacts is the answer. There we go again! 

The views are my own and is not medical advice. Please talk to your eye doctor for your specific case. 

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Review of The Eye Laser Miracle written by Dr Andrew Caster MD, FACS

Saturday, July 19th, 2008

I came across the Eye Laser Miracle, written by Andrew Caster MD, FACS recently. It has all the facts about the new Lasik treatment for nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. In short, it is what the name suggests, a complete guide to better vision.

While eyesight in general and vision correction in particular have been talked about for a long, long time, lasik eye surgery is still a novel concept to many. This book revolves around the excimer laser treatment – commonly known as LASIK and PRK – a painless procedure that takes less than five minutes, according to Dr Andrew Caster.

What makes the book interesting is its personalized style. Dr Andrew Caster, a leading Los Angeles Lasik Surgeon, takes you through the entire process highlighting the experiences of patients who have undergone the procedure – their frailties, their fears, their questions, and ultimately their incredible joy.

As the book suggests, the Eye Laser Miracle is the guide for anyone who wants better vision. Please visit www.castervision.com for more information.

 Disclaimer: This blog or article is for information purpose only, and should not be treated a professional advise or price protection guarantee. This blog is mainly used for search engine optimization and other commercial purposes and it is advised that readers seek professional consultation in the field of interest for more information.