Are you tired of relying on glasses or contact lenses to see clearly yet continue to postpone having LASIK? If so, Austin Eye encourages you to schedule a LASIK eye consultation soon. LASIK is a quick and painless procedure that requires very little downtime, meaning you can achieve clearer vision and still enjoy the rest […]
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How Long Does it Take to Recover from LASIK?
Before undergoing LASIK surgery, it is wise to learn about the recovery process, including how long it takes. In this blog post, the vision experts at Austin Eye go over the recovery timeline for LASIK.
Read more...Fireworks Safety Month
According to the latest statistics from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, fireworks were associated with an estimated 11,100 injuries requiring emergency room treatment in 2016 (2017 statistics have yet to be released). June 1 to July 4 is Fireworks Safety Month, a campaign designed to educate the public on the dangers of fireworks. In […]
Read more...Choosing a Treatment Option for Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that causes the cornea to thin and bulge. While a normal cornea is smooth and round, a cornea affected by keratoconus becomes cone-like. This irregular shape affects how light enters the eye and alters the way it focuses on the retina, in turn distorting vision. Determining the right treatment […]
Read more...What Is Causing Your Eye Pain?
Pain in or around the eye can have many causes, and while some may be obvious, others are not. In any case, eye pain should never be ignored. In this blog post, Austin Eye, a premier vision care practice, reveals common causes of eye pain and their solutions.
Read more...LASIK Myths
LASIK is the most commonly performed laser vision correction procedure today but there are still a lot of misconceptions and myths surrounding it that may prevent some people from seeking treatment. Austin Eye believes in educating our patients on the most up-to-date and accurate information to help them make the best decisions when it comes […]
Read more...When Is the Best Time for Cataract Surgery?
A cataract is a clouding of eye’s natural lens. Cataract surgery involves removing the natural lens and replacing it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to restore clear vision.
Read more...What Are Eye Floaters?
Everyone experiences floaters at one point or another. Floaters are tiny spots, lines and specks that appear as dark shadows floating in the eye. They are perhaps most noticeable after staring at a plain white computer screen or on a sunny day. In most cases, floaters are completely harmless. But in some rare cases, floaters […]
Read more...Understanding Refractive Errors and How They Are Treated
To see clearly, the cornea, which is the clear, front portion of the eye, must refract, or bend, light onto the retina. The retina is the back portion of the eye responsible for converting light into messages and sending them to the brain for interpretation.
Read more...How Often Should I Get an Eye Exam?
Although strong vision is essential for overall health, statistics show that many people, young and old, do not get their eyes checked regularly. At Austin Eye, a LASIK and cataract surgery practice in Austin, we are committed to helping our patients stay on top of their eye health by offering comprehensive eye care, including regular […]
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The Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute
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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