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What are my options if another laser procedure is not safe for my corneas?
If further corneal laser treatment is not appropriate, glasses, contact lenses, or an implantable lens may be considered, depending on the eye. If corneal ectasia is suspected, stabilizing the cornea and managing the underlying condition take priority over additional refractive surgery.

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45	What is scleral fixation of an intraocular lens? Scleral fixation is a procedure used when an IOL cannot be supported reliably in its normal position. The lens haptics are secured to the sclera, the white outer wall of the eye. The Yamane technique ...
44	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...
43	What are the warning signs of retinal detachment? Symptoms may include a sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light, a curtain-like shadow across part of your vision, or sudden visual loss. Retinal detachment is often painless, so you should have ...
42	Does retinal detachment need to be operated on urgently? Retinal detachment is an eye emergency, and the timing of surgery can have a major impact on vision after treatment. Prompt surgery is particularly important before the macula, the part of the retina ...
41	Is a retinal tear the same as retinal detachment? No. A retinal tear or hole is a break in the retina, while retinal detachment occurs when the retina separates from the tissue beneath it. Some retinal tears can be treated with laser before detachmen...
40	When is it safe to fly after retinal detachment surgery? The timing depends on the type of bubble placed inside your eye. Flying while any air or gas remains can cause the bubble to expand as cabin pressure decreases, leading to a dangerous rise in eye pres...
39	Can retinal detachment happen again after surgery? Yes. Retinal detachment can recur because of a new retinal break, remaining traction, or proliferative vitreoretinopathy, among other causes. Keep your scheduled retinal follow-up appointments, and se...
38	What eye conditions and procedures do you treat? We provide consultations and treatment for vision correction procedures such as LASIK, LASEK, and implantable lenses; enhancement surgery after previous vision correction; cataract surgery and IOL exc...
37	Which type of appointment should I book? When making your appointment, let us know your current symptoms and whether you have had eye surgery before. We can help direct you to the appropriate service, such as vision correction, cataract care...
36	Can I drive myself home after my eye examination? We recommend using public transportation rather than driving to your comprehensive eye examination, whether or not pupil dilation is planned. Dilating drops can cause glare and blurred near vision for...
35	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 ...
34	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...