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Laser Eyes Are For Athletes

What do Shaun Rogers, Cory Schlesinger, and Kalimba Edwards from the Detroit Lions; Grayson Greiner from the Detroit Tigers; Tiger Woods; Lindsay Vonn; and Laser Eye Institute’s own Jack Roush, Jr. have in common? They’ve all had laser vision correction …

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CATz vs Customvue Technology: Which is Best?

Customized treatment is one of the most exciting things we can do with laser vision correction. But there are a lot of brand names floating around on the market that make different claims about their efficacy. So what’s are CATz …

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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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