A Historical Insight Into Contact Lenses

The origin of contact lens could be traced back to sixteenth century. A good number of inventors or scientists have contributed to the evolution and modification of the concept behind contact lenses.

The Basic White Lenses And Their Eerie Effect

If you want to give a shock to your colleagues, get a pair of basic white lenses and there you go, your eerie self. These lenses are much like any other colored lenses except that the center of the ring is clear with a ring of white around it.

Laser Eye Surgery - The Risks and Dangers

All forms of surgery carry inherent risks. The nature of laser eye surgery means that the fear of unforeseen complications can be immense as if problems do arise then the damage may be irreversible. People considering laser eye surgery are often particularly afraid they may lose their sight. So how risky is laser eye surgery, and what are the complications that can arise?

First LASIK – Now Super LASIK

LASIK eye surgery is a well-established procedure by now and millions of people are very pleased with their improved vision. LASIK itself has improved too. There are several newer ways of using an excimer laser to correct vision.

Which is More Important, the Laser or the Surgeon?

The laser and the surgeon are a team, with the surgeon in charge. The laser is simply a tool, though it’s rather a miraculous one, and it must be used well if your vision is to be well-corrected.

Laser Eye Surgery – A Comparison of Lasik, Lasek and PRK

Over 100,000 people in the UK undergo laser eye treatment every year. The surgery corrects the patient’s vision by shaping the cornea, which controls how well the eye focuses, with a very precise laser. Between 80 and 98 percent of treatments improve the sight sufficiently for the patient to no longer require either glasses or contact lenses.

Toric Contact Lens Explained

No matter how complex can the explanation of astigmatism be, even if discussed in layman's terms, the cure for such remains relatively simple, and it's called Toric contact lens.

Bifocal Contact Lens Explained

When you know of someone who is suffering from eye haziness even at the arm’s length, he or she has a condition called presbyopia. A current study showed that in the United States, approximately 90 million people are diagnosed with this disorder. It was even forecasted that in 2014, more and more people will experience the malady which goes to say that the demand for a pair of bifocal contact lens will also increase.

PRK Laser Eye Surgery - Photorefractive Keratectomy

PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) was the forerunner of Lasek laser eye surgery. It has been around for over 12 years and is therefore considered a safe procedure as to date there has been no evidence to suggest that PRK causes harm to eyes and vision in the long term. However, it is now much less commonly used than Lasek treatment and Lasik-

Laser Eye Surgery – Weighing Up The Pros And Cons

For people with poor eyesight laser eye treatment – where the cornea is reshaped by a laser – may be an interesting proposition. However, as laser eye surgery is an expensive and permanent procedure it is not a decision to be taken lightly and there are many factors which need to be considered when weighing up the pros and cons of opting for treatment.

White Contact Lenses: To Sport That Crazy And Unique Look

White colored contacts have become popular because of various reasons. It could be lens that serves cosmetic purpose or it may be sported by crazy people for fun. Youngsters love these white lenses for fun parties in order to give themselves a distinct look.

Lasek: Time Lines

With lasek, it is essential to take time to really pay attention to the details of what your doctor is telling you. Although there are many different questions that you should ask your doctor regarding the eye surgery, you should also concentrate on what to expect in the way of a time line. For many, the thought of going in and having their eyes fixed seems like a simple, straightforward procedure. They think they can walk out with improvement, but that is simply not the case. There is much that you need to know about lasek first.

The Importance Of Wearing Sunglasses During Winter Months

Once the temperatures have cooled and the summer months have left us, you may think that you no longer need your sunglasses. However, once there is snow on the ground, you'll want to make sure you don't leave home without them.

Iritis - The Serious Disease Of The Eye

Iritis is a serious disease of the eye. Usually it is mistaken for the conjunctivitis or the red eye. Early diagnosis and proper treatment are very important to prevent the loss of useful vision.