Blog – St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute

LASIK, eyeglasses, contact lenses — how can you determine which is right for you? There are many vision correction options available today, so it can be difficult to figure out the best option for your circumstances and long-term vision goals. While glasses and contact lenses can help you see better, there are associated costs that rack up over time. LASIK is a long-term solution that can improve your vision while saving you money in the long term versus other vision correction options. The eye doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute want all patients to experience crisp vision… More

Cataracts affect millions of people and are the leading cause of blindness worldwide. Because the condition is so common, it is important to be aware of what you can do to restore your vision if you develop cataracts. For many, the decision to have cataract surgery is an easy one, but it is important to be informed about all aspects of the procedure. The experts at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute break down a few important things every patient should know about cataract surgery. Cataract Surgery Is Safe and Effective Cataract surgery, which is designed to… More

All branches of the military value crisp, clear vision. This includes the Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, Army, and Marines. Historically, vision problems and even surgery to correct the vision problems could cause issues for military members or individuals hoping to enlist. Now, however, military members can benefit from LASIK surgery and other laser vision correction procedures. The eye doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute value our military members. They offer advanced surface ablation (ASA) and epi-LASIK, which are popular options among those in active duty. Here, they discuss these procedures and how they can… More