Latest Vision Articles

1. Reasons of low LASIK volumes in India

India first introduced laser vision correction surgery in around 1991, before which some refractive surgery pioneers had already conducted refractive surgery practices.

2. Negative attitude towards monovision LASIK

There is currently a special form of LASIK named monovision LASIK. This kind of laser eye surgery corrects one eye for distance vision and the other for close vision. This way is considered by some surgeons as an effective solution to presbyopia. However, monovision LASIK is believed to produce “designer eyes” by some Vision Educators.

3. Omega-3 fatty acids beneficial to eye health

Retina is one of the most important parts of the eye. Modern studies have found out that different eye parts can benefit from different nutrients. For retina, omega-3 fatty acids are particularly beneficial. This group of acids is a major component of the retina. In detail, Docosahexaenoic acid or DHA accounts for 60% of the fatty acids in the retina. So it is quite reasonable that omega-fatty acids are commonly recommended to support the eye health.

4. Possible side effects of laser eye surgery

Laser eye correction surgery is generally very safe and effective in correcting vision problems. However, there is still the risk of certain complications and side effects. Patients who are considering laser eye surgery should learn more about these risks through a comprehensive conversation with the surgeon.

5. Pinhole glasses for visual benefits

Pinhole glasses are widely reported to improve vision. The brain will adjust the visual focus while a person is gazing at a blurred object. And pinhole glasses help the brain to find the focal point, improving sharpness of the image.

6. Misconceptions of natural vision improvement

Many people may have tried various methods of natural vision improvement. However, the fact shows that very few individuals can get a success. Reports from experienced doctors also point out that the vision rebuilding rate among students is quite low. It is just a disappointing fact.

7. Proper amount of lutein for eye health

Currently, more and more people have realized the benefit of vision improvement by taking lutein. Lutein is believed to maintain overall health and ward off the onset of macular degeneration. However, lutein dosage has aroused lots of conversation and some debate.

8. Tricks of low cost LASIK commercials

It is very common for you to get information from the advertisements on television. When you watch television lately, you may find numerous commercials including LASIK at an unbelievable low price. And your deteriorating vision may force you to call the 1-800 numbers on the television screen. It seems that there is a voice telling you that you are eligible for low cost LASIK surgery.

9. Zeaxanthin dosage is inadequate for AMD prevention

Zeaxanthin dosage is not enough for eye health. It is true that zeaxanthin and lutein are mostly concentrated in the macula. And AMD is mainly caused by a deficiency of these nutrients circulating in the bloodstream.

10. An explanation of posterior vitreous detachment

Posterior vitreous detachment (PVD) is somehow not so serious because this eye disease only involves the vitreous humor, which has been pulled off from the back of the eye.