Life After LASIK

Some people wonder what life might be like after they have LASIK. Of course, no two people’s eyes are exactly the same, so no two LASIK procedures will produce the exact same results. However, at their follow-up appointments, many patients express that they…

L – Love their new vision so much that they share their success with family members, friends and even strangers on social media and online review sites

A – Appreciate life without the aggravations and costs of broken glasses, lost contact lenses and expensive replacements and cleaning solutions

S – Show off their beautiful/handsome eyes

I – Impress their friends with their ability to see every menu, clock, street sign and more

K – Kayak, swim and play sports lens-free

No doctor can guarantee 20/20 vision after LASIK, but many patients do achieve this level of vision (or even better) after LASIK! Likewise, no doctor can guarantee that you’ll never have to wear glasses again. 

There are simply no “guarantees” in medicine. But Dr. Lipstock at Lipstock LASIK & Cataract Center has achieved some amazing results with LASIK procedures, and his patients are walking testimonials to his success.

If you’d like to find out what your life might be after LASIK, contact us today at lipstocklaser.com or 804-288-1543 to schedule a free, no obligation LASIK Consultation.

What LASIK Corrects

LASIK is an elective eye surgery that targets the root causes of certain vision problems. If you wear corrective lenses to see better, LASIK might be a way to reshape your cornea to reduce or eliminate your need for those corrective lenses. 

LASIK is performed by trained ophthalmologists to correct:

Myopia: Also known as nearsightedness, myopia occurs when the shape of the eye is slightly longer than normal or when the cornea is too steep. Close objects are clearly visible because light rays only focus in front of the retina (back part of the eye). This means that distant objects appear blurry.

Hyperopia: Also known as farsightedness, hyperopia occurs when the shape of the eye is shorter than normal or when the cornea is too flat. In this condition, light rays focus behind the retina, which makes close objects blurry and distant objects clearer.

Astigmatism: This condition exists when the cornea is unevenly shaped, causing loss of focus for both near and distant objects.

Presbyopia is a naturally-occurring condition where the eye lenses become less flexible after age 40. This stiffening of the lenses makes it harder to focus on close objects, which is why so many older adults need reading glasses. LASIK surgery does not correct presbyopia, but there are other surgical techniques, such as Monovision LASIK, that can provide relief. In Monovision LASIK, one eye is treated for close-up vision and one eye is treated for distance vision.

Advances in LASIK technology have made this procedure possible for a wider range of patients, but it is still possible to have certain vision characteristics that make LASIK a poor vision correction option. If you want to find out what condition your eyes are really in, contact Dr. Lipstock at Lipstock LASIK and Cataract Center to schedule your free LASIK Consultation in Richmond. Call today 804-288-1543 or schedule online at lipstocklaser.com.

LASIK Joke of the Day

In honor of National Tell a Joke Day on August 16, here’s a “cornea” one for your enjoyment:

It’s been said ophthalmology is a “contact” sport.

There is a bit of truth in this! Ophthalmologists do deal with patients who wear contact lenses and glasses. In fact, at Lipstock LASIK and Cataract Center we are concerned with helping people reduce or eliminate their need for these corrective lenses through LASIK eye surgery.

If you’ve been considering laser vision correction, remember that choosing the right ophthalmologist for your LASIK eye surgery is no joke. You should never choose a LASIK surgeon based solely on someone else’s recommendation. You should feel 100% confident in each one of the factors listed below by doing your own research before you put your trust into any doctor. You’ll want to determine things like:

·         The doctor’s medical training, certifications and professional organization affiliations

·         The doctor’s real world experience with LASIK

·         The doctor’s demeanor (do you feel a good rapport with him?)

·         The doctor’s LASIK success rate

·         Your confidence in the LASIK technology being used

·         The doctor’s willingness to discuss the potential risks or complications of LASIK

·         The friendliness and proficiency of the office and support staff

·         The cleanliness and comfort of the office

You can learn all about Dr. Lipstock at Lipstock LASIK & Cataract Center  by scheduling your free LASIK Consultation in Richmond. Not only will you find out if you are a good candidate for LASIK, you will also have the opportunity to ask as many questions as you want about Dr. Lipstock's credentials. Contact us today at lipstocklaser.com or 804-288-1543.

National Eye Exam Month Has Arrived

August is National Eye Exam Month. This observance is a good reminder about the importance of having regular eye exams. Often people take their vision for granted, especially if they don’t need to wear corrective lenses. Even those who are nearsighted, farsighted or have astigmatism might become complacent about exams if their vision is stable.

The Mayo Clinic recommends the following guidelines for a healthy eye exam schedule:

·         Children: before entering first grade, then every two years

·         Healthy adults up to age 40: every 5-10 years

·         Adults age 40-65: every 2-4 years

·         Adults over age 65: every 1-2 years

Of course, if you have any family history of eye disease or vision problems, you should schedule eye exams more frequently.

Why Eye Exams are Important                              

Eye exams can detect vision problems that you may be completely unaware of (like glaucoma or cataracts), and allow for the earliest treatment possible. Some vision conditions can lead to blindness if left untreated, so early detection gives you the opportunity to consider a wider range of treatment options.

You may also learn that you are a good candidate for a vision correction surgery, like LASIK, which could reduce or even eliminate your need for glasses or contact lenses.

Be honest: when was the last time you had an eye exam? Don’t put it off another year. Schedule your eye exam or a free LASIK Consultation at Lipstock LASIK & Cataract Center. You can schedule it online at lipstocklaser.com or by calling 804-288-1543.