Tag Archive | "Astigmatism"
What Laser vision Correction can do
Though presbyopia is referred to as “farsightedness” by many people, it should not be confused with true farsightedness (hyperopia). Presbyopia is caused by difficulty in changing the focus from far to up close – a problem with the crystalline lens. True farsightedness is caused by too little focusing power in the eye a combination of [...]
Continue reading...Nidek Seeks Hyperopia Approval from FDA
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
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NIDEK Hyperopia Clinical Study Update & Future FDA Studies -Fremont, CA USA, May 4th, 2004- NIDEK, Inc. announced today that it has completed and submitted 3-month clinical data for its new hyperopia study to the FDA. This marks an important milestone in the study process, as additional treatment eyes will be initiated in the study protocol effective [...]
Continue reading...Study of Indication and use of Nidek in treating myopia and astigmatism
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
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The NIDEK EC-5000 Excimer Laser System (including EC-5000CX/CXII) has been approved for use in the United States to perform photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) for the reduction or elimination of myopia in the low, moderate or high ranges (-0.75 to -13.00 D), spherical equivalent at the spectacle plane, uncomplicated by refractive astigmatism (i.e. equal or less than [...]
Continue reading...Treatment for All Forms of Astigmatism Arrives at Global Laser Vision
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
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Now, people with all forms of astigmatism are potentially eligible to have laser vision correction. The CustomVue™ procedure, based on VISX™ Technology, provides a revolutionary method of treating all forms of astigmatism. “The technology allows me to treat patients with a variety of astigmatic conditions, whether the astigmatism is associated with nearsightedness, farsightedness, or mixed [...]
Continue reading...Lasik Eye Surgery California
Thursday, September 1, 2005
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LASIK eye surgery is changing the way Californians view their world. Imagine waking up every morning and starting your day without the need for glasses or contacts! With the advances in laser technology, refractive surgery offers more people than ever the potential for throwing away their glasses–even those with astigmatism.
Continue reading...Laser Vision Correction
Thursday, September 1, 2005
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Laser vision correction is the treatment of choice for correcting refractive errors, whether you are nearsighted or farsighted. Astigmatism can also be treated successfully with laser eye surgery. If you are tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses, give us a call to schedule a consultation with one of our ophthalmologists. Ophthalmologists are the only [...]
Continue reading...Astigmatism Surgery San Diego
Thursday, September 1, 2005
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Astigmatism is a visual defect in the curvature of the refractive surface of the eye, resulting in blurred vision. Until recently, glasses (and later, toric contact lenses) were the correction of choice for many. However, for those who are tired of the hassle of glasses and contact lenses, there is LASIK. If you have astigmatism, [...]
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Thursday, August 12, 2010
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