Monthly Archives: September 2018

Does LASIK Last Forever?

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Dr. Kerry Solomon

One of the most frequently asked questions LASIK Specialist Dr. Kerry Solomon gets – and most persistent myths – is: how long does LASIK last? Is it forever? Or does it wear off over time? LASIK eye surgery is permanent for the treatment of vision problems including nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. Because LASIK uses a laser to physically…

When Should You Have Cataract Surgery?

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Dr. Kerry Solomon

When your ophthalmologist specialist has diagnosed you with cataracts, one of the first questions is “When should I schedule cataract surgery” I give my Charleston, South Carolina patients this answer: The best time to have cataract surgery is when your blurred vision is making it difficult to do things you want or need to do. In fact, many of my…

How Much Should LASIK Cost…and Why?

Posted on September 18, 2018 by Dr. Kerry Solomon

If you’re in the market for LASIK eye surgery, in Charleston, South Carolina or anywhere else in the country, you’ve probably noticed lots of ads for low-cost LASIK and wondered why you should pay more than $999 per eye. Well, to start with, those low prices you see on billboards and hear in radio ads usually exclude around 99% of…

After LASIK Eye Surgery, Recycle Your Contacts and Glasses

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Dr. Kerry Solomon

Publishing note: This post was updated on September 19, 2018 with the latest information and links available. After you’ve had your LASIK eye surgery in Charleston, South Carolina, you might find you have some unused contacts and glasses sitting around that you no longer use with your improved vision from Dr. Kerry Solomon. So, what to do with those items?…

Cataract Eye Surgery: Is It Time?

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Blair Cadden

One of the most common uncertainties surrounding cataracts and cataract eye surgery is deciding when it’s the right time for surgery. Patients often wonder how they’ll know when their cataracts are ready to be removed; meanwhile, others worry about whether it’s possible to wait too long for cataract removal. The simplest answer is this: The right time for surgery is…

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