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When considering having surgery on your eyes, you have a goal: to clear up your vision. One of the primary questions that patients of our Orange County practice have is how long they can expect the results of LASIK to last. The longevity of results is what makes LASIK so appealing. LASIK: a history of consistency The cornea-reshaping LASIK procedure has been performed in the United States for over 20 years. Throughout its history, there have been advances in the technologies used in the procedure, as well as in the techniques used by skilled surgeons such as Dr. Salib. According … Continue reading "What your ophthalmologist in Laguna Hills has to say about the longevity of LASIK"The post What your ophthalmologist in Laguna Hills has to say about the longevity of LASIK appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

We may all experience an occasional bout with dry, irritated eyes. Many people at some point notice that their discomfort is persistent. Dry eye syndrome can be more than a temporary irritation. This condition can persist and the severity of symptoms can progress. Dr. George Salib works with patients to find the ideal treatment for dry eyes in our Laguna Hills, CA office. Treatment options for dry eyes are designed to minimize symptoms and improve comfort. In some cases, vision may also sharpen as the symptoms decrease. To determine the approach best suited to your needs, Dr. Salib will perform … Continue reading "Discussing treatment options for dry eyes is important for our Laguna Hills, CA patients"The post Discussing treatment options for dry eyes is important for our Laguna Hills, CA patients appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Dry eye syndrome is the condition of having inadequate lubrication across the surface of the eyes. Polls indicate that approximately half of adults over the age of 18 experience the symptoms of dry eye on a regular basis. According to additional polls, it is estimated that clinically significant dry eye syndrome affects 5 million adults aged 50 or older. Do you have dry eyes? There are a number of signs that you may have dry eye syndrome. Because the condition can eventually lead to damage to the surface of the eye, it is important to obtain treatment from your Orange … Continue reading "Why you may need dry eye treatment from your Orange County ophthalmologist"The post Why you may need dry eye treatment from your Orange County ophthalmologist appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Visualization actually comes from the bending of light rays. As light rays enter the eye, the lens and the cornea both play a role in directing them towards the retina, where they will be transmitted to the brain for recognition. The eyes are complex organs that require a great deal of collaboration for vision to be clear. This includes the shape of the cornea. In the instance that the cornea is misshapen, even slightly, the way in which light falls on the retina will be altered. This is referred to as a refractive error. A number of vision problems fall … Continue reading "How clearly we see objects at various distances are dependent on the inner workings of the eye."The post How clearly we see objects at various distances are dependent on the inner workings of the eye. appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Wearing glasses, for most, loses its novelty quickly, and many do not like the idea of wearing contact lenses, or do not tolerate them well. Correcting vision impairment with LASIK surgery is more convenient and long lasting than either option. Before recommending LASIK treatment to our patients from Aliso Viejo and the surrounding areas, a comprehensive evaluation with eye surgeon Dr. Salib takes place. Through this consultation, you can learn the keys to successful treatment. These include: Good general health, free from certain chronic conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes or autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. Chronic conditions may impact … Continue reading "Keys to successful Aliso Viejo LASIK treatment – details from your experienced eye surgeon"The post Keys to successful Aliso Viejo LASIK treatment – details from your experienced eye surgeon appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

At the Orange County Eye Institute, we want you to see well so that you can live well. Therefore, we perform extensive testing to ensure the health of the eyes, as well as innovative treatments for the correction of visual impairment. Every patient comes to us with his or her own set of goals and concerns, which is why we offer a variety of treatment options. When you visit us for vision correction, you can rest assured that your treatment will be tailored to your eyes in an effort to produce the best results for you. LASIK and PRK are … Continue reading "Comparing LASIK vs. PRK to decide the best option for treatment in our Orange County CA practice"The post Comparing LASIK vs. PRK to decide the best option for treatment in our Orange County CA practice appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

Eyeglasses and contact lenses can serve a very important purpose. For many people, however, the reliance on corrective eyewear can become somewhat frustrating or uncomfortable after some time. Dr. George Salib has been performing LASIK in the Orange County area for several years and continues to see the immense benefit his patients gain from this procedure. The team at Orange County Eye Institute has the education and training, the board-certification, and the reputation you can count on when you want to correct problematic vision. Dr. Salib uses proven technologies and precise technique to obtain the desired outcome, and treated patients … Continue reading "LASIK performed to high standards in our Orange County facility"The post LASIK performed to high standards in our Orange County facility appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

The LASIK procedure has become recognized as an excellent method of reducing the need for corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses. Because every person’s eyes are different, this treatment may not be the best solution in every situation. Dr. George Salib is an experienced LASIK surgeon who treats patients from all over including Lake Forest, Laguna Beach, and Laguna Hills, California. The thoroughness of care provided to each of our patients ensures a positive outcome from personalized procedures. What we look for in a LASIK candidate Diopter limits A diopter is a unit of measurement that tells your ophthalmologist or optometrist … Continue reading "Lasik surgeon near Lake Forest, California discusses what makes you a good candidate for this procedure"The post Lasik surgeon near Lake Forest, California discusses what makes you a good candidate for this procedure appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

For millions of people, the eyes are directly impacted in the aging process. Around the age of forty, vision may begin to blur due to the condition of presbyopia. Although there are differing points of view on the exact cause of this eye condition, with some believing that it is the atrophy of muscles surrounding the lens, and others believing the lens stiffens as we age, the methods of treatment tend to be similar. The tried and true approach to these changes in the eye, which make it difficult to read fine print, is to find the most suitable strength … Continue reading "Our Orange County patients benefit from monovision LASIK"The post Our Orange County patients benefit from monovision LASIK appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.

For those who have lived with eyeglasses or contacts for years to combat the effects of nearsightedness or farsightedness, LASIK brings total freedom and a renewed sense of confidence. LASIK is one of the most common refractive surgery procedures performed today, improving the vision of millions of patients around the world. The draw of LASIK is not just the effectiveness of the procedure, but the minimal downtime required with the corrective procedure. In most cases, the patient experiences very little discomfort following laser eye surgery, and experiences a drastic improvement in vision within just one day. LASIK is performed as … Continue reading "Leading You To Better Vision"The post Leading You To Better Vision appeared first on Orange County Eye Institute Laguna Hills.