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8 Tips For Your Best LASIK Recovery In Houston
Are you considering LASIK eye surgery? Millions of people around the world have had the procedure, and it’s no wonder: freedom from glasses and contacts sounds amazing. But if you want to get the full benefits of an elective procedure like LASIK, you need to know what to expect. If you live in Houston, you’ll…
Does Dry Eye Treatment Work?
If you suffer from dry, itchy eyes, it may feel like you can never get any relief. Add in allergy season and pollen, and it gets even worse! But it can be hard to know if you have dry eyes, allergies, or both. Not only that but if you have dry eye, are there treatments…
6 Frequently Asked Questions About Cataract Surgery
Have you or a loved one found out that you have cataracts? It’s natural if you’re a little nervous or unsure about what to expect. Cataract surgery is one of the most common procedures performed in the United States! Keep reading for 6 frequently asked questions about cataract surgery to set your mind at ease….
7 Ways To Prepare Before LASIK!
Did you just find out you are a good candidate for LASIK eye surgery? Congratulations! Before you start imagining life with clear vision after your LASIK vision correction procedure, check out these 7 ways to prepare before your LASIK procedure at Diagnostic Eye Center in Houston. 1. Drink more water before your procedure Before any…
6 Common Eye Injuries and How To Treat Them
Remember when James Harden of the Houston Rockets and his injured eye was the hottest news a few weeks back? He suffered what looked like a lacerated eyelid. It certainly doesn’t sound fun, but it brings up an interesting point. What happens if you get an eye injury? Our eyes are a crucial part of…
8 signs it’s time for cataract surgery in Houston
In Houston, there is so much to love at any age! There’s the Space Center that lets you get an up-close and personal look at our space program or the Downtown Aquarium filled with shark tanks, touch pools, and plenty of tropical fish. If you have noticed vision changes begin to impact your ability to…
Who is at Risk for Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
Did you know that one in every five people over the age of 65 will be diagnosed with Age-Related Macular Degeneration? Age-Related Macular Degeneration is often under-discussed and is not a commonly understood condition. This February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration month, and at Diagnostic Eye Center we want to educate our patients and the Houston…
Why Is Laser Cataract Surgery Misunderstood In Houston?
It may be one of the most common procedures, but there’s an air of mystery around laser cataract surgery. More than that, people are often fearful when it comes up! How can an everyday procedure like laser cataract surgery be so misunderstood? We suspect part of the problem is people don’t even know what laser…
LASIK is the Most Successful Elective Procedure in the World
We’ve known this for many years, but it’s great to see the overwhelming evidence presented at the recent American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in New Orleans. LASIK is the most successful elective procedure in the world! It has the highest patient satisfaction rate, which has steadily improved over the last 20 years and is now…
Are Costume Contacts safe for Halloween?
Halloween is fast approaching, and we are all starting to think about what to be this year! Many costumes can be enhanced with specialty contact lenses to give the overall look that WOW factor, but buyer beware! There are many stories out there about people losing their vision or getting serious eye infections from costume…
