LASIK

The Internet is a vast source of information — and unfortunately, not all that information is true. Our team at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute likes to stay on top of what is being said about LASIK. We often come across boldly untrue claims about the safety and effectiveness of this refractive surgery that can diminish your dependence on prescription eyewear. In this blog, we want to set the record straight on some of the most frequent myths.    Myth #1: LASIK Is Painful When patients hear the term “laser surgery,” they understandably assume that it’s… More

Investments aren’t all about stock portfolios — sometimes it’s worthwhile to invest directly into yourself. LASIK is a fantastic opportunity to do exactly that. The ophthalmologists at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute have treated many patients over the years who are so thankful to have surgery that limits their dependence on prescription lenses. Some of the reasons you can consider LASIK a smart investment include: LASIK Is a Highly Successful Surgery LASIK is one of the best and easiest ways to indefinitely address refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Your ophthalmologist, guided by an… More

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

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

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

For many years, patients in the Tampa Bay area have trusted St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute to correct refractive errors like nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism with LASIK so that they can reduce their dependence on prescription lenses. These patients are grateful and usually express one regret: they just wish they had had the surgery sooner! In this blog, lead ophthalmologist Dr. John Michaelos and his team of outstanding eye doctors explain why postponing refractive surgery is not the right choice.  LASIK IS PERMANENT Although results can differ, most LASIK patients enjoy the benefits of the surgery the rest of… More