Articles Tagged: patient education
Dave Lemieux
What Does It Mean When Your Left Eye Jumps?
If you need to ask “What Does It Mean When Your Left Eye Jumps?” you’re likely dealing with a frustrating, but harmless, situation. According to the American Optometric Association, eyelid twitches, spasms, tics, or jumps in either eye are widespread 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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Dave Lemieux
Is LASIK Safe? A 2020 Report
“Is LASIK Safe” is a frequently asked and frequently researched question; and rightfully so as these are your eyes we are talking about! Thanks to the internet, we are living through an information era, giving us anything we could ask…
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Dave Lemieux
New Year, New You: Why Now Is The Time for LASIK
2020 is here – can you believe it? New Year’s Resolutions have been set (and some probably broken), and many Michiganders have reflected and committed to improving their quality of life, and the lives of others’ as we entered the…
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Amanda Zellar
Frequently Asked Questions: Part Five
Exactly what your recovery looks like will depend on what type of procedure or procedures you have—recovery from LASIK will be a little different from SMILE, and an little different from LASEK. For most patients who have Lasik, the most popular option, recovery is very quick! You’ll be able to resume most of your regular activities within a day or two.
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Amanda Zellar
Frequently Asked Questions: Part Four
You’ve had your procedure and now you have questions. Or maybe you want to have Lasik, but you don’t know how long after the procedure your life will be affected. Here are some of the most common post-procedure questions we’ve been asked, with some easy answers.
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Amanda Zellar
Quick Facts About Amblyopia
Ever wonder about amblyopia, or lazy eye? Here are a few quick bits about the not uncommon condition.
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Amanda Zellar
Don’t Clean Your Glasses Without Reading This First
Are You REALLY Cleaning Your Glasses Properly? All eyeglasses will get scratches from normal use and environmental factors. Despite this, there are several ways to reduce the scratches and wear your glasses receive on a daily basis. The easiest way is to change the way you clean them. Here are a few tips to keep your lenses clean, clear, and scratch-free.
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Amanda Zellar
Dr. Rautio’s Solutions to Dry Eyes
As an optometrist specializing in the treatment of dry eye diseases (DED), I have found that screening for and treating the associated Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) has led to significant improvement in patient comfort and long-term resolution of their condition….
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