LASIK and PRK are considered to be equally effective laser vision correction procedures. Both procedures have helped millions of people enjoy independence from glasses and contact lenses. However, there are several key distinctions between the procedures, and those differences can help you determine the surgery that is best for you and your visual needs. Below,… Read More »
LASIK and PRK are considered to be equally effective laser vision correction procedures. Both procedures have helped millions of people enjoy independence from glasses and contact lenses. However, there are several key distinctions between the procedures, and those differences can help you determine the surgery that is best for you and your visual needs. Below,… Read More »
Currently there is no oral or topical medication that can reverse the formation of cataracts. The only proven treatment is to surgically remove the eye’s natural lens and replace it with an artificial lens. However, just because a cataract is present does not mean it needs to be removed immediately. Some people with cataracts are… Read More »
LASIK is a very popular elective eye surgery that corrects refractive errors (i.e., nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism) for clear, crisp vision. Unfortunately, the procedure is commonly misunderstood. In this post, New York City eye surgeon Gregory Pamel clears up some of the most pervasive misconceptions about LASIK surgery. I am too old for LASIK. There is… Read More »
LASIK is a very popular elective eye surgery that corrects refractive errors (i.e., nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism) for clear, crisp vision. Unfortunately, the procedure is commonly misunderstood. In this post, New York City eye surgeon Gregory Pamel clears up some of the most pervasive misconceptions about LASIK surgery.
Contact lenses and eyeglasses improve your vision, but they hardly compare to the permanent upgrade of LASIK eye surgery. In this post, New York City laser eye surgery expert Dr. Gregory Pamel shares his top five reasons to get LASIK this New Year.
If you are one of the 3.6 million Americans who will undergo cataract surgery this year, chances are you’ve begun shopping around for a surgeon. Before making the big decision, you’ll need to do a little research to make sure you choose a highly qualified professional. In this blog post, Dr. Gregory Pamel, a LASIK… Read More »
If you experience burning, itchiness or red eyes due to chronic dry eye, you are not alone. Statistics show that dry eye affects more than 100 million people each year. Although it is usually a benign condition, dry eye can be quite bothersome and make everyday life uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are several ways to combat… Read More »
All-laser LASIK, also known as bladeless LASIK, is a laser vision correction procedure that enhances the safety and precision of traditional LASIK. Dr. Gregory Pamel is proud to be the first doctor in New York to offer all-laser LASIK. In this blog post, the trusted doctor discusses the differences between traditional and all-laser LASIK.
Contoura Vision, also known as topography guided LASIK, is the latest laser vision correction treatment to gain approval from the FDA. This advanced treatment is like no other as its unique capabilities offer a greater degree of precision and personalization than other LASIK treatments. In this blog post, NYC LASIK surgeon Dr. Gregory Pamel discusses… Read More »
