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Keep up with us and on the latest news on laser vision correction, facts about LASIK, and developments in near vision correction to eliminate the need for reading glasses. Our blog also features information on lifestyle enhancement through freedom from glasses and contacts, and along with tips for eye health all year long.
New Program Can Improve Eyesight Without Surgery
Lance Kugler, MD Practice News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Omaha, Nebraska. (June 13, 2011) Lance Kugler, MD of Omaha’s Kugler Vision is the area’s first ophthalmologist to offer new technology to help patients improve their eyesight without surgery or medication. RevitalVision is a clinically proven program that’s designed to improve the communication between your eyes... Read moreRisk of infection higher with contact lenses than with LASIK surgery
Lance Kugler, MD General Eye Questions, Refractive Surgery
There are many studies in the scientific literature that show that LASIK is safer than contact lenses. One such study found that the cumulative annual risk of infection with contact lens wear is 18/10000 (0.18%). The risk of infection following LASIK is 1/2000 (0.05%). Therefore, the risk of infection is 180 times greater with contact... Read... Read moreAllergy sufferers find relief after LASIK surgery
Lance Kugler, MD General Eye Questions, Refractive Surgery, Research
Now that spring allergy season is upon us, we are reminded of how common it is for allergy suffers to have difficulty wearing contact lenses comfortably. In fact, allergy-related contact lens intolerance is one of the most common reasons that people seek LASIK surgery. Although LASIK does not cure the allergy problem, it can eliminate... Read... Read more