Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology is the medical specialty for the eyes. Cosmetically enhancing the eyes does not deal with just wrinkles but may also encompass the use of glasses or contact lenses. While a blepharoplasty will surgically tighten the wrinkles and sagging skin around the eyes, and BOTOX will help relax the muscle around the eyes thereby decreases wrinkles, those who are nearsighted are bound to glasses or contact lenses. Procedures are available to correct myopia or nearsightedness without the use of glasses or contact lenses.
Refractive eye surgery is a procedure intended to correct common disorders of the eye such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Laser correction of eyesight is the most advanced method for excellent precision and predictability.
Laser in situ Keratomileusis otherwise known as LASIK, is a surgical procedure that reshapes the cornea by removing very small amounts of tissue from the outer surface of the eye with a laser light. The procedure is quick and has minimal down time.
CustomCornea, is a form of LASIK. However, it differs from Lasik in that it is customized to the individual eyes. It assists with irregularities that contribute to vision difficulties such as glares, halos and night vision problems.
ReStor and Crystalens are permanent artificial ocular implants done for the population that needs cataract surgery. This surgery can give the patient the opportunity to be free of glasses after cataract surgery.
Always discuss your vision difficulties with your eye care specialist. They will be able to assist you in making a well informed decision as to which ophthalmologic surgery would best suit you.
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