LASIK Surgery vs. PRK/ASA
LASIK surgery is popular with patients from Myrtle Beach to Savannah. But some of the men and women who consult with Dr. Kerry Solomon about LASIK surgery are not good candidates for the procedure, for one reason or another. Fortunately, alternative procedures exist that can produce similar results. One of the most common options is […]
Charleston, SC: Your Destination for LASIK and More
As one of the top LASIK surgeons in the country, Dr. Solomon frequently sees patients who have traveled long distances to visit him in Charleston, SC. It’s no surprise that the summer months are a popular time for travel, including travel for vision correction. In fact, in the span of just two weeks this summer, […]
Your Eyes and Summer
It’s summertime, and with summer comes many great warm weather activities and adventures. With so much to see and do and so much daylight to do it in, summer puts very specific demands on your vision. In order to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities during the summer months while still protecting your eyes, here […]
Before and After LASIK with an Air Force Pilot
Clear vision is important to all of us, for all sorts of different reasons. But for Isaac D., an Air Force pilot, the ability to see clearly is absolutely essential. As he told us before his LASIK procedure, “My eyes are kind of my livelihood right now.” LASIK has been approved for United States […]
Thinking About LASIK? Let’s Talk About Your Health
You’ve made the decision to consider LASIK eye surgery. You’ve done your homework and scheduled your consultation. During this comprehensive consultation, we will ask you questions about your personal health history and carefully evaluate your eyes and vision to make sure they are suitable for vision correction with LASIK. We can’t stress enough the importance […]
Spring Checklist for Better Eye Health
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Options for Saving (and Paying) for LASIK
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When LASIK Isn’t the Answer: Alternative Vision Correction Options
We tend to talk a lot about LASIK, both around the office and here on the blog. But, of course, not every patient is a good candidate for LASIK. Many factors come into play, including physical traits like corneal thickness and dry eye, as well as lifestyle and age. No two patients are alike, which […]
The Benefits of Undergoing LASIK in Winter
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What You Need To Know About PROWL
This post originally appeared on the ARSC Insight Blog. Two new PROWL studies published online in the JAMA Ophthalmology shed new and important light on patient experiences after LASIK surgery. What is PROWL? The goal of the FDA’s PROWL (Patient Reported Outcomes with LASIK) studies was to validate a new questionnaire that gives patients an […]