Patients who suffer from progressive keratoconus face the prospect of gradually dimming vision, as well as multiple corneal transplant surgeries to replace a thinning, cone-shaped cornea. In recent years, an innovative new solution has become available: corneal crosslinking.
Cataract surgery has become so routine that it is sometimes easy to lose sight of the fact that the techniques and products used are remarkably advanced. This is especially true of the intraocular lenses (IOLs) that are surgically implanted in the eye near the end of cataract surgery. These plastic implants, originally designed only to… Read More »
When ophthalmologists began offering LASIK vision correction to the public a few decades ago, the concept made some consumers apprehensive. A high-energy laser focused on delicate corneal tissue sounded possibly risky, and surely uncomfortable. But millions of surgeries later, LASIK is well-established as a safe, convenient and comfortable procedure that frees a patient from a… Read More »
For decades, LASIK was the coolest acronym in vision correction surgery. The shorthand for laser in-situ keratomileusis sounded both high-tech and sci-fi. But the newest name in laser eye surgery says it all: SMILE is Small incision lenticule extraction, and it’s also what happens when you experience clear, panoramic vision without lenses for the first… Read More »
LASIK is an incredible option for anyone who wants to improve his or her vision and reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses. Dr. Gregory Pamel’s LASIK patients are often pleasantly surprised by two things: First, how quick and virtually pain-free the procedure is. And secondly, how clear, independent vision unexpectedly improves their lives. If… Read More »
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss in adults age 50 and older. Although there is currently no cure for the disease, there are ways to slow its progression and prevent (and even reverse) vision loss. When Reader’s Digest asked Dr. Gregory Pamel about the best ways to reduce… Read More »
Side effects can occur with virtually any eye treatment, including corneal crosslinking for keratoconus. Luckily the side effects of corneal crosslinking are usually mild and temporary. If you are considering corneal crosslinking to stop the progression of keratoconus, Dr. Gregory Pamel will educate you about the potential side effects. Read on as he shares what… Read More »
According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide. But many people are in the dark when it comes to the causes of cataracts as well as how to treat them. Whether you have been diagnosed with cataracts or are at risk of developing them, you should get the facts… Read More »
Nearly all LASIK patients can agree that the surgery is quick and relatively painless. The procedure is over before some patients even realize it started! However, like any surgery, there are certain things you need to avoid right afterward in order to reduce your risk of developing complications. Read on as Dr. Gregory Pamel outlines… Read More »
Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most routine procedures performed today. But like any surgery, there are certain precautions to take before and afterward to ensure your safety and well-being. If you have travel plans after your scheduled cataract surgery, or if you are thinking of traveling shortly after your procedure, you may… Read More »
