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July 12, 2019

LASIK

What Is the Difference Between LASIK and Zeiss SMILE?

Different Types of Laser Eye Surgery in Atlanta At Atlanta Vision Institute, we see thousands of patients each year and assess their eligibility for a variety of life-changing procedures. Two of our most popular refractive surgeries are LASIK and Zeiss SMILE,... READ MORE

June 5, 2017

LASIK, LASIK Surgeon, Research

LASIK Alternative Has Been Approved By The FDA – NBC Nightly News

Zeiss SMILE stands for small incision lenticule extraction, meaning that the surgeon performing Zeiss SMILE uses a Femtosecond laser to reshape the cornea. This eliminates the need for an excimer laser and does not create a flap on the corneal tissue. Zeiss SMILE... READ MORE

Male peering out of airplane giving a thumbs-up signal.

May 9, 2017

LASIK, LASIK Surgeon

Is LASIK Worth It? How LASIK Can Change Your Life?

Are you tired of wearing glasses or contacts every day? Has wearing eyeglasses held you back from your career or recreational activities? Have you ever felt self-conscious about wearing eyeglasses? Do you wish you didn’t have to keep shelling out... READ MORE

April 25, 2017

LASIK

Eye Safety: Discussing Sports and LASIK

What do Greg Maddux, Troy Aikman, LeBron James, and Tiger Woods have in common? The most obvious answer is they are all talented athletes. What you may not know is that each of these famous individuals has had LASIK eye... READ MORE

Male over the age of forty with Presbyopia tries on eyeglasses.

February 18, 2016

LASIK

Using Monovision to Correct Presbyopia

If you’re over age 40, chances are you’re starting to have some difficulty reading the fine print, particularly in dim light. Maybe you’ve been experiencing eyestrain, headaches or fatigue after reading or staring at the computer for extended periods of... READ MORE