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Wearing Contacts During COVD-19 ?
Q: Is It Safe To Wear Contacts During The Corona COVID-19 Pandemic?A: As we are in the middle of a global pandemic, we have all become more aware of how easily virus particles spread. While most of us know that the mouth and nose are the major sources for possible...
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Cataracts and Glaucoma
Q: What Is The Difference Between Cataracts And Glaucoma? A: A: While glaucoma and cataracts are both degenerative eye conditions, they are completely different! By the age of 80, nearly half of the United States experience cataracts, while approximately 2 million...
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PANOPTIX- A NEW PREMIUM IOL OPTION FOR CATARACT PATIENTS
At San Antonio Eye Specialists, we offer state-of-the-art cataract surgery that includes laser-assisted (femtosecond) cataract technology and premium lens implant options which can reduce or eliminate the need for glasses for distance vision, reading glasses or...
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What are the Symptoms of Cataracts?
A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s lens, which helps light focus onto the retina. When we age, the lens becomes thicker and less flexible and the tissues begin to break down and become clouded. This clouding causes the light to become scattered as it passes...
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The Gift of Sight
The holidays can be a hectic time of year, and all the hustle and bustle can make gift shopping a daunting task! It might seem impossible to choose the perfect gift for your loved one when you feel that they deserve the world. Why not give them the gift of clear...
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LASIK or PRK?
LASIK is an exciting, life-changing procedure! The first step to knowing if you are a LASIK candidate is to schedule a complimentary LASIK consultation in San Antonio. At San Antonio Eye Specialists, you can expect to meet your LASIK surgeon, Dr. Iskander, not only...
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What Age is Considered Too Old or Too Young for LASIK?
There are several factors that determine a patient’s candidacy for LASIK vision correction. Age is a critical factor. The FDA recognizes age 18 as the time in which laser surgery may be performed. However, everyone develops at a different age and physical growth is...
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What are the Different Options for Treating Cataracts?
Because cataracts are a natural part of the aging process, there is nothing that can done to reverse the condition. If your lifestyle is significantly affected by your cataracts and you find it difficult to complete daily tasks such as reading, writing, or driving,...
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Who is a good candidate for LASIK Laser Vision Correction?
LASIK has never been safer or more precise. At San Antonio Eye Specialists, the premier San Antonio LASIK center we use various laser platforms to ensure we provide patients with their personal best vision, according to their eyes. LASIK, since being approved by the...
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LASIK Surgery: Is it Right for You?
If you’re tired of wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses, you may wonder whether laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) surgery is right for you. After all, LASIK surgery has a good track record and most people are satisfied with the results. Look to San Antonio...
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