Lifestyle Benefits and Quality of Life After LASIK: The Benefits of LASIK In Las Vegas Part 4

In the heart of Las Vegas, the city of lights and boundless opportunities, the desire for clear, unhindered vision becomes more than just a personal need. It becomes a way to fully experience life in its vivid colors and dazzling panoramas. Las Vegas Eye Institute resonates with this sentiment and takes pride in being a… Read More
LASIK Treatment Customization: The Benefits of LASIK in Las Vegas Part 3

In the iconic landscape of Las Vegas, known globally for its glitz and glamour, an equally remarkable revolution is occurring in the world of ophthalmology. At the heart of this transformation is Las Vegas Eye Institute, a beacon of excellence in eye care, where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Guided by our mission to transform… Read More
Reduced Dependence on Vision Correction Devices After LASIK: The Benefits of LASIK in Las Vegas Part 2

LASIK – it’s a term that resonates with hope and possibility for millions who struggle with poor vision. It evokes the promise of a life less encumbered by the constant need for glasses or contact lenses. Here at Las Vegas Eye Institute, we are passionate about turning that promise into reality. Our mission is embodied… Read More
LASIK Vision Improvement: The Benefits of LASIK in Las Vegas Part 1

Every journey to better vision starts with a single step. At Las Vegas Eye Institute, we believe in transforming lives through advanced eye care solutions designed to offer both clarity and convenience. As a leading clinic in ophthalmology, we leverage state-of-the-art technology and patient-centered communication to deliver high-quality LASIK procedures, a highly effective form of… Read More
Your Eyeglass Prescription Numbers: What They Mean and What Vision Correction Procedure Can Help

What do eyeglass prescription numbers mean? Eyeglass prescriptions generally have 3 numbers on them that include: 1) Spherical power 2) Astigmatism Magnitude 3) Astigmatism Axis Spherical power and astigmatism magnitude are both values given in diopters. Positive spherical values generally mean you have far-sightedness, or hyperopia, meaning you see better far away than you do… Read More
How Does Your Cornea Protect Your Eye After LASIK?
The cornea is the clear front structure at the front of the eye that is essentially the “window” into the eye. Dr. Swanic is a board-certified ophthalmologist who completed a fellowship in Corneal Surgery at UCLA following his residency. This training included extensive training in refractive surgery but also training in cornea transplantation along with… Read More
Can LASIK Treat Astigmatism?
What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a condition that causes a distortion of vision. The most likely cause of astigmatism is the shape of the cornea. The cornea is the clear window to the eye and is the same structure that ophthalmologists reshape when we perform LASIK, PRK, or SMILE. LASIK and PRK are essentially the… Read More
Does the Laser your LASIK Surgeon Uses Matter?
The simple answer is: YES! But it’s like any tool in life; the device is only as good as the person using it. So you need great LASIK lasers, great diagnostic equipment, and a great surgeon to put it all together for the best possible LASIK outcomes. Read on to find out why we recently… Read More
Can LASIK Make You Go Blind?
The short answer to the above question is that it would be highly, highly unlikely in the year 2022 with all of the technological advancements we have seen in LASIK surgery since the excimer laser was originally approved by the FDA in 1995. We now have nearly 30 years of experience with this advanced form… Read More
How Long Does LASIK Take?
LASIK surgery is one of the most common procedures performed in the United States, and it is great way for people who wear contact lenses to get out of them in a matter of minutes. Yes that is right, LASIK surgery can be done in only a few minutes. LASIK eye surgery consists of 2… Read More