Commonly Asked Questions About LASIK – Part Three
In this week’s commonly asked questions, we answer what LASIK does not correct. LASIK is sometimes thought of as a cure-all for all eye conditions, which it is not. Can LASIK fix Astigmatism, nearsightedness, or farsightedness? Assuming a patient is a good candidate, LASIK can treat up to -9.5 D of nearsightedness, up to 5… Read More
Commonly Asked Questions About Cataracts – Part Three
This week’s commonly asked questions focus on cataracts and address some common yet insightful questions about people’s concerns and possible issues that may arise. Can cataract blindness be cured? Absolutely! Cataracts can be removed, restoring vision, typically in less than 20 or 30 minutes. Dr. Ambati and our incredibly well-trained Ophthalmologists have performed thousands upon… Read More
Glaucoma Treatments And The Lasers Involved – Your Questions Answered
This week’s commonly asked questions is all about the lasers involved with glaucoma treatments. Interested? We thought you might because lasers are cool. What is Direct SLT laser? Over the last decade, several clinical trials have shown that SLT can be used as a first-line treatment for glaucoma or for when drops are insufficient…. Read More
Fourth Of July Eye Safety Tips
Keep Your Eyes Safe This 4th of July: Tips for Oregon Families The 4th of July is a time for fireworks, barbecues, and celebrating our beautiful state of Oregon. Unfortunately every year, some people spend their holiday in the emergency room with serious eye injuries—many of them children. At PCVI, we want you to enjoy… Read More
Common LASIK Questions Answered – Part Two
We continue with our ongoing series of our most commonly asked questions and this week it’s all about LASIK! Why is LASIK Done and Who Is A Candidate? LASIK can treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Candidacy requires healthy eye structures (verified by a complete dilated eye exam), good corneal shape, and adequate corneal thickness. Typically… Read More
