Your eyes are important and so is the serious consideration of the surgeon performing your refractive surgery. Choosing a qualified doctor should involve more than visiting the nearest laser vision correction clinic or picking the cheapest option. The process of discriminating between surgeons can be confusing for patients who have
Lance Kugler, MD serves as the Director of Refractive Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center department of ophthalmology. He was recently interviewed for the University’s “Ask the Expert” segment. Here is the video:
People often cringe at the idea of LASIK, as it may sound like a painful procedure during and after surgery. Almost every patient that comes into Kugler Vision in Omaha asks us, “Is LASIK painful?” And we assure them that if a proper evaluation has been done and the surgery
Patients often feel excited or anxious prior to their LASIK appointment. While these emotions are completely normal, being prepared can help put your mind at ease during the lead up to your big day. Here are a few tips to help you get ready: 1. Ask questions and express your
Astigmatism is a refractive error that results in impaired eyesight due to irregular conformation of the eye, meaning the eye is not perfectly round but more ovular. It often occurs early in life and usually in children between the ages of 5 to 17 years old. Astigmatism can last a
Some people are under the impression that LASIK is an expensive luxury. However if you compare the cost of LASIK to the cost of the alternatives, specifically glasses or contact lenses, it is clear that LASIK is a very good value and actually saves money in the long run. Here
A vital factor for ensuring an effective laser vision correction is the technology used in pre-operative screening and surgery. With LASIK advancements improving technology and procedural success, visual acuity achieved through surgery has never been better. Wavefront technology is one of the most recent innovations to allow for decreased night
With our sight being one of our most cherished senses, it comes as no surprise that some patients feel apprehensive before undergoing laser eye surgery. For more than 20 years, LASIK has been a successful vision correction procedure for over 16 million people. From famous athletes to professionals that rely
Eye infections are a burdensome complication that no one enjoys. For this reason, many people are hesitant about undergoing surgery. Believe it or not, choosing corrective vision lenses over LASIK eye surgery can actually put you at a greater risk for infection. A study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology
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
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
Ellie Lorenzen, of Omaha, is the winner of the first “Amazing Eyes” contest! Ellie received an Apple iPad 2 as her prize for the winning photo. The contest was a lot of fun for the contestants and the staff here at Kugler Vision Omaha, and we look forward to
