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How much does LASIK cost in 2023?

February 23, 2023   |  Posted By admin

Find out the truth about LASIK surgery costs in 2023. While some clinics claim to offer this procedure for less than $300, the actual cost is much higher. Read our full blog to learn why transparency about LASIK pricing is crucial and how clinics can avoid deceptive advertising practices.
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14 Things to Learn About Getting LASIK Eye Surgery

January 20, 2023   |  Posted By admin

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis) surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist and is used to correct imperfections in the eyes' ability to focus. You can find more information about this procedure on this page.
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What is EVO ICL?

January 4, 2023   |  Posted By admin

If you rely on glasses and contact lenses daily, the EVO Visian Implantable Collamer® Lens (ICL) could be your ticket to freedom!
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New Contribution Limits Make FSA and HSA Great Ways to Save for LASIK

November 18, 2022   |  Posted By admin

The IRS announced that contribution limits for health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) will increase in 2023. If you’ve been thinking about LASIK surgery, that’s great news.

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Comparing Myopia Vs. Astigmatism

October 20, 2022   |  Posted By admin

Vision correction may assist people with either myopia or astigmatism. For some people, LASIK surgery is an option that allows them to see clearly and ditch their contacts or glasses. However, it helps to know how the underlying cause -- myopia or astigmatism -- differs.
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What is Visian ICL?

September 23, 2022   |  Posted By admin

The Visian ICL is an intraocular lens (IOL) implanted in the eye to correct vision. It is used for people who are nearsighted or farsighted and cannot have LASIK surgery by an ophthalmologist. Continue reading.
Is LASIK a Viable Alternative to Contact Lenses?

Tips for Getting Used to Wearing Contact Lenses

August 8, 2022   |  Posted By admin

If you need an eye exam near me or are looking for an optometrist near me, you've come to the right place! Silk Vision provides eye care services to patients of all ages. Our eye care center is the place to come for an eye exam near me, or if you need an optometrist in Manassas or the surrounding area.
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How can you tell if your child may need glasses?

July 6, 2022   |  Posted By admin

Your child is constantly squinting, either to see things that are close up, indicating farsightedness, or far away, indicating nearsightedness. Also, if your child is sitting too close, say to the TV, a computer screen, or has to sit at the front of a classroom, he or she may be nearsighted. Conversely, if he or she has to be a distance away from the TV, computer screen, or the front of the class, farsightedness may be indicated.
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Why LASIK Has an Age Requirement

June 3, 2022   |  Posted By admin

If you suffer from vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, maybe you’ve wondered if

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Does Botox Help with Headaches and Migraines?

May 10, 2022   |  Posted By admin