Blog – St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute

Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) are both laser surgery techniques. The surgical techniques are used to correct refractive errors and reduce a person’s dependence on contact lenses or prescription eyeglasses. A common concern for patients considering laser eye surgery is whether PRK is better than LASIK. Neither procedure is better than the other. However, PRK may be more suitable for certain patients. The eye doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute are skilled at providing laser vision correction to patients in the Tampa Bay area, Pinellas County, and Largo, FL. Here, they… More

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and even blindness. While there is no cure for glaucoma, there are a number of treatment options available to help preserve vision and prevent additional vision loss. The eye doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute are experts at diagnosing and treating glaucoma for patients in the Tampa Bay area, Pinellas County, and Largo, FL. Here, they discuss glaucoma treatment options for preserving your sight. Medication One of the most common treatment options for glaucoma is medication; some medications are taken orally, and… More

When someone is wearing eyeglasses, it is safe to presume that their vision is imperfect, but it may not be apparent exactly what is impairing their vision. The three most common likely culprits are nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. To help their patients understand the difference between these refractive errors, the eye doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute in Largo, Florida briefly explain each type in this blog. Myopia (Nearsightedness) Nearsightedness is a condition in which the eye has difficulty seeing objects that are further away, but no problem seeing objects up close. The main cause… More