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Prevent Blindness with a Yearly Checkup

If you’re a diabetic, chances are your doctors has recommended that you have a yearly eye exam to check for diabetic retinopathy. But you might wonder exactly what diabetic retinopathy is, and why it’s so important to keep a close …

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Frequently Asked Questions: Part Two

I’m in my 50’s and currently wear reading glasses, am I a candidate for LASIK? If you have great distance vision and need readers for close work, yes, you could be a candidate for LASIK.  We offer free LASIK consultations …

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What Is Keratoconus?

Keratoconus is an eye disease in which a patient’s cornea thins and protrudes, which results in an irregular, conical shape. This is a progressive disease, and causes progressive nearsightedness and blurred vision. Light sensitivity may also be a symptom. You …

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Frequently Asked Questions: Part One

In part one of our LASIK FAQ, we break down some of the most common LASIK related questions. How Do I Know If I’m a Good Candidate for Lasik? The best way to determine this is by coming in for …

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Why Specks in Your Vision Are Usually Harmless

What Are Specs In Your Vision? Floaters are spots that appear in your vision. They can look like strings, specks, hairs, cobwebs, or squiggles, and they often dart away when you try to look at them directly. Most of the …

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How Long Does a Consultation Take?

When you call or email to schedule a complimentary Lasik consultation, one of the first things the scheduler will let you know is how long the appointment will last. I’ll tell you that it takes about two hours from the time …

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Don’t Be Blinded By the Light On Solar Eclipse Day

On August 21, a good swath of the United States will get the rare chance to view a total solar eclipse. In Michigan, we’ll be outside the path of totality. Unfortunately, that means that we won’t be able to see …

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Contact Lens Wear

According to the Contact Lens Institute, over 30 million Americans wear contact lenses, and 80% of those wear soft contact lenses every day1. Do you know the dos and don’ts of contact lens wear? Keep your eyes healthy by following …

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4 Common LASIK Scams — Learn How to Avoid Them!

Some LASIK centers pride themselves on quality, others on the bargain you can get with discounted rates on surgery. Here’s why cheap LASIK is too good to be true. Is $220 Per Eye Too Good To Be True? One way …

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