LASIK eye surgery is the best known of the laser treatments designed to correct common focal problems. However, PRK surgery is an alternative choice and has some advantages over LASIK. PRK is an acronym for Photorefractive keratectomy. To understand the difference between these two, we need a brief examination of LASIK eye surgery. LASIK surgery […] Read more »
Laser Eye Center
Most communities provide access to minor eye care such as an eye “physical.” These may include a regular check-up, looking for evidence of the presence of glaucoma or cataracts, dealing with eye focal problems or addressing symptoms of other problems. Some of these, like the Laser Eye Center with multiple locations in California, include laser […] Read more »
Laser Eye Surgery
When in 1917 Albert Einstein came up with the theory for laser light, he is reported to have said, “A new light has dawned upon me.” However, it was not until 1954 that Charles Townes and Arthur Schawlow first applied his theory in making the maser, the forerunner to the laser. Today it is difficult […] Read more »