Guidelines for Becoming a LASIK Candidate
Not everyone who needs glasses or contacts to see well enjoys wearing them, which is why – so far – more than 19 million people in the U.S. have had LASIK. The laser vision correction option is both safe and effective, which is why it is so popular. After 20 years of popularity, everyone has […]
How We Know LASIK is Safe
If you rely on glasses or contact lenses to see well, it is likely at some point you have wondered what it would be like to see without needing corrective lenses. Which means, you’ve thought about a laser vision correction procedure – like LASIK. Because it is elective surgery, it is important to weigh the […]
How to Choose a LASIK Surgeon
LASIK eye surgery is the most common refractive surgery performed today, and choosing a qualified LASIK surgeon plays an essential role in achieving successful results. Top Charleston ophthalmologist and LASIK surgeon Dr. Kerry Solomon offers the following guidelines to help you select the best surgeon for your procedure.
Can Cataract Surgery Help You Live Longer?
If you have been researching cataract surgery, then you are likely aware of how the procedure can help restore clear vision and make everyday activities like reading and driving easier. But did you know that cataract surgery may also help you live longer? This is according to a study conducted by the National Bureau of […]
Here’s Why Your Family Eye Health Is Important
Before undergoing an eye exam or treatment for a vision problem or eye condition, your eye doctor will ask you several questions about your family’s eye health. This is because your genes play an important role in your own eye health. The eye experts at the vision practice of Dr. Kerry Solomon explain more in […]
Are Vision Screenings and Eye Exams the Same?
The terms vision screening and eye exam are often used interchangeably. However, there are important distinctions between the two that many patients are unaware of. In this blog post, our Charleston vision experts explain the differences between the two and why eye exams are important, even if you have passed a vision screening. Vision Screenings […]
LASIK Eye Surgery Procedure Step by Step
Dr. Kerry Solomon – LASIK Step by Step Blog If you’re thinking about LASIK and looking for an ophthalmologist/eye surgeon in Charleston, SC, who specializes in the procedure, we’re giving you a chance to experience LASIK with Dr. Kerry Solomon vicariously. Through this blog post (and some amateur videos), you can get a feel for […]
25 Reasons for Better Vision with LASIK – Part 2
This December, we’re celebrating 25 Days of Better Vision at Dr. Kerry Solomon’s LASIK Center in Charleston, SC. To help celebrate the incredible LASIK savings we’re offering, we also wanted to bring you some of our favorite reasons for pursuing LASIK, many inspired by testimonials and reviews from our actual patients. Part two of our […]
25 Reasons for Better Vision with LASIK – Part I
This December, we’re celebrating “25 Days of Better Vision” at Dr. Kerry Solomon’s LASIK center in Charleston, South Carolina. This inspired us to look back at some of our patient testimonials, reviews, and blog posts to bring you 25 of our favorite reasons for pursuing LASIK surgery. If you’re ready to start your own LASIK […]
What Causes Cataracts?
A cataract is a clouding and thickening of the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over 40, affecting 22 million Americans alone. Although they can develop at different times for different people, cataracts are generally considered an inevitability–if you live long enough, […]