Despite getting most of the attention, LASIK is not the only type of refractive surgery. Premium lens replacement (sometimes called refractive lens exchange or clear lens extraction) is an alternative procedure that can correct mild to severe cases of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. In this blog, Dr. Shannon Wong and his fellow ophthalmologists at Austin […]
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How To Choose a Premium Lens for Cataract Surgery or Lens Replacement
Live long enough, and you are virtually certain to develop cataracts. The lens of the eye clouds, resulting in blurry vision. Cataract surgery is one of the most common procedures performed in the U.S. During this operation, the natural lens is replaced with an artificial lens. When it comes to deciding on a lens for […]
Read more...When Is Corneal Crosslinking Recommended for Keratoconus Patients?
If you’ve been diagnosed with keratoconus, treatment depends on how fast the condition is progressing. The top eye specialists at Austin Eye discuss when corneal crosslinking is recommended for patients with keratoconus.
Read more...Throw Out Your Glasses in Time for Summer With LASIK Eye Surgery
Summer is coming! Wouldn’t it be great to take a dip in the pool without worrying about your glasses and contact lenses? If you’re thinking about how you’ll look in a bathing suit, consider how much more attractive you’ll appear if you don’t need glasses to see clearly. The top eye specialists at Austin Eye […]
Read more...Black Spots In Your Vision Are Not Normal Parts of Aging
February is another awareness month for vision problems, focusing on age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) and low vision. ARMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss in people over age 50. One of the hallmark signs of ARMD is black spots in your field of vision. If you experience this symptom, it’s not a […]
Read more...Glaucoma Causes Permanent Vision Changes Before You Know You Have It
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, and our board-certified ophthalmologists at Austin Eye want you to understand the risk factors for this eye disease. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness. The most common form, open-angle glaucoma, begins with undetectable symptoms. In fact, half of all people living with glaucoma have no idea they […]
Read more...Enjoy 2023 With Clear Eyesight After Cataract Surgery
Whether you struggle with early cataract symptoms or have significant daily challenges due to blurry vision, cataract surgery can give you a new look on life in 2023. At Austin Eye, our board-certified ophthalmologists use the most advanced techniques and technologies to renew vision and improve visual clarity. Our offices provide several types of cataract […]
Read more...Eye Floaters: A Nuisance or Medical Concern? Pars Plana Vitrectomy Can Help
Most people will experience eye floaters at some point in their lives, and these specks, lines or cobwebs can be troubling if they don’t go away on their own. Floaters appear to be at the front of the eye, but they actually float inside the vitreous gel that fills your eyeball. These tiny clumps of […]
Read more...Why Corneal Crosslinking Can Improve Keratoconus Outcomes
Keratoconus is a progressive condition that weakens the cornea, causing it to thin and bulge out. Good vision relies on the dome-shaped cornea to refract light onto the retina, but keratoconus distorts the corneal shape, which leads to blurry eyesight, glare and light sensitivity. Our ophthalmologists offer corneal collagen cross-linking to slow the progression of […]
Read more...How LASIK Improves Your Everyday Life
People who require corrective eyewear to see clearly have often worn glasses or contact lenses since childhood or puberty. LASIK eye surgery offers these patients the opportunity to start every day with sharp vision from the second they open their eyes. Good eyesight is necessary for every facet of one’s day to day, and LASIK […]
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The Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute, recently created at the Dell Medical School, is poised to become a leading-edge center for training future ophthalmologists and providing patients with the best medical and surgical eye care possible.
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