Q. Can I have LASIK or LASEK if I have dry eyes?
In some cases, yes, but it is important to assess and manage dry eye first. An unstable tear film can affect preoperative measurements and may worsen dryness after surgery. If necessary, we treat the ...

Q. How soon can I return to work or exercise after vision correction surgery?
Recovery varies according to the procedure and the individual. Discomfort and fluctuating vision may last longer after LASEK, while temporary dryness or fluctuations in vision can also occur after LAS...

Q. Is enhancement surgery possible after SMILE?
Some patients may be candidates for further vision correction after SMILE. We first assess the depth of the original treatment, remaining corneal tissue, corneal shape, current refractive error, and t...

Q. Can I be evaluated even if I no longer have records of my previous surgery?
Yes. We can begin with your current refraction, corneal topography and tomography, eye pressure measurement, and retinal examination. Records of your original prescription, ablation depth, corneal thi...

Q. How long after my first surgery should I wait before considering an enhancement?
The decision is not based on a fixed waiting period alone. What matters most is whether your prescription has stabilized, whether the cornea and tear film have recovered adequately, and whether the re...

Q. Is a more expensive multifocal lens necessarily better?
Not necessarily. The best choice depends on factors such as how often you drive at night, the distance at which you usually read or use your phone, and the health of your cornea and retina. The goal i...

Q. I have severe halos after receiving a multifocal IOL. Can the lens be replaced?
An IOL exchange may be an option, but first we check for other causes of glare or halos, such as residual astigmatism, dry eye, posterior capsule opacification, or lens decentration. Lens exchange doe...

Q. Can I come for a second opinion if I had cataract surgery at another clinic?
Yes. We can evaluate concerns or symptoms following cataract surgery performed elsewhere. Previous surgical records, the date of surgery, and the model and power of your implanted IOL are helpful, but...

Q. If I have a retinal problem, does that mean I need surgery?
Not always. Conditions such as epiretinal membrane, macular hole, retinal detachment, and vitreous hemorrhage require different approaches depending on their type and severity. Some can be monitored o...

Q. Can I get a second opinion after seeing another eye doctor?
Yes. We can provide a second opinion about a diagnosis or the results of surgery performed elsewhere. Bringing previous test results, surgical records, or prescriptions can help us understand your eye...