LASIK and Cataract Blog

Yes, patients are usually awake during cataract surgery as this removes the risks associated with general anesthesia. General anesthesia involves putting the patient to sleep. When a patient is kept awake, it allows the cataract surgeon to communicate with the patient throughout the entire procedure. Many people are afraid of the idea of being awake […]

LASIK Surgery and Astigmatism If you have been diagnosed with astigmatism, you may have questions about what this means, and how it could affect your eyesight in the future. Here at Laser Eye Surgery in Dallas, we can offer you all the advice you need to understand what this common condition means, and help you […]

Does LASIK or SMILE Surgery Hurt? https://youtu.be/QQy-du-QdLA Dr. Sid Gichery, the LASIKboss, discusses the question, does LASIK hurt? We’re here to answer your questions about LASIK and cataract surgery and I’m here with Marielle today. What’s our question today? Thank you so much, so our question for the day is, does LASIK hurt? That’s a […]

LASIK surgery can completely change your life for the better. Eliminating your dependency on glasses and contact lenses, while saving you hundreds of dollars every year on eye tests and prescriptions, can significantly improve your quality of life.  The IRS has announced new contribution limits for both the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and the Health […]

Cataract surgery is irreversible. This is because the cloudy natural lens that results in a cataract is removed during surgery and cannot be placed back in. In most cases, when people ask whether a cataract surgery can be redone, they’re often implying whether a cataract can come back or if there is anything else that […]

If your eyesight needs correction, and you are looking for an alternative to eyeglasses or contact lenses, LASIK eye surgery cost in Dallas could be right for you. Many prospective patients contact our LASIK surgeon at seeking a long-term solution to their vision problems. If you are deemed to be a good candidate for LASIK […]

Pumpkin lattes, gorgeous weather and a new season of football games are just a few signs that fall is full season here in Dallas. There are so many things to see and do in the city, you will be glad that you opted for LASIK eye surgery from in Dallas to make sure that you […]

ORA measures your prescription during cataract surgery after the cataract has been removed. If you have had laser vision correction (LASIK, PRK or RK) you would benefit from the use of ORA. During any laser vision correction surgery, the cornea is manipulated and that can alter some of the measurements we get during your pre-op […]

An increasing number of studies suggest that cataract surgery may reduce the risk of falls among the elderly. A cataract is an opaque or cloudy area covering what’s normally a clear lens in the eye. A cataract can impair normal vision, depending on its size and location. In most cases, cataracts develop in individuals over […]

Stress is not only emotionally debilitating, but it can also cause the body to physically react negatively as well. It is widely known that long-term stress can pose a risk for severe health problems such as obesity, heart disease, depression and difficulty sleeping. However, not many know that stress can also have an impact on […]