Blog Category: General Eye Questions
Top 10 LASIK Myths
Lance Kugler, MD General Eye Questions, Refractive Surgery
As with any popular procedures, the lines of myth and truth are often blurred. While we encourage every potential LASIK patient to seek answers through a consultation with a surgeon, we’ve dispelled the common misconceptions that may be weighing on your mind: Myth #1: LASIK comes with high risks of complications and side effects, such... Read... Read moreHow Long Does LASIK Last?
Lance Kugler, MD General Eye Questions, Refractive Surgery
At Kugler Vision, a common question we hear is “does LASIK wear off?” The decision to explore the life changing benefits of LASIK eye surgery can often lead to an exacting weighing of pros and cons. One common misconception that is often relegated to the wrong list is the myth that LASIK effects eventually “wear... Read more... Read moreWhich form of laser eye surgery removes the least amount of tissue?
Lance Kugler, MD General Eye Questions, Refractive Surgery
I was recently asked to answer the following question that appeared on the Quora website: “Which form of laser eye surgery removes the least amount of tissue?” Here is my answer: For a given refractive error, the “amount” of tissue removed is roughly the same for the two primary methods of laser refractive surgery:... Read more