Articles Tagged: eye safety
Dave Lemieux
Is SMILE Eye Surgery A Safer Alternative To Contacts?
The latest advancement in laser vision surgery, SMILE is an effective and safe method for correcting vision. It is as successful as LASIK without the more extensive postoperative restrictions (i.e. can wear eye makeup or play sports right after) and…
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COVID-19 Policy
This page contains the latest news regarding COVID-19 and is updated frequently. [Updated 7/25/2022] Mask Policy: Masks are suggested, but not required. Office Policy: The Laser Eye Institute is operating normally for all patient visits. Additional Patient Safety Information Ensuring…
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Amanda Zellar
Tattoos Don’t Belong on your Eyeball and Other Obvious Things
Back in September, clickbait news sites shared photos of model Catt Gallinger, a body-modification enthusiast who chose to have her then-boyfriend give her a scleral tattoo. That’s right, she chose to have ink injected into the white part of her…
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Amanda Zellar
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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Amanda Zellar
4 Ways to Prevent Fireworks Eye Injuries for the Fourth of July
Fourth of July means fireworks and fun, but it can also lead to a surprising amount of eye injuries. Ensure your summer parties stay painless with our top tips below. Celebrate Safely Be aware of falling debris and sparks at…
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