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(PRLEAP.COM) The Lasik Directory – http://www.the-lasik-directory.com is now open to serve the needs of a growing community of people who are looking for no-nonsense information about laser eye surgery and a handy resource for locating a LASIK doctor in all 50 states. (more…)

The eyes are amazing instruments. Muscle contractions control the focusing of the eyes, the filtering of light for proper exposure and distinguishing depth. The eyes communicate with the brain throughout the optic nerve. Obviously vision requires that several systems cooperate with each other to insure that all signals reach their destinations.

The blood must be well-nourished to supply the brain, muscles, nerves, optic fibers and eye tissue with the proper nutrients necessary to carry out the intricate functions. Michael’s Vision Factors: is an ideal synergistically complete nutritional supplement.

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New technology from ACRYSOF now allows most patients who have had cataract surgery to see without needing glasses. The ReSTOR intraocular lens (IOL) is an artificial lens that is implanted to replace the eye’s natural lens after cataract surgery. (more…)

In Europe, bilberry has been in use for food and for various medicinal purposes (to treat diarrhea, dysentery, and scurvy, etc) for a thousand years. Bilberry has been receiving tremendous attention for eye care in recent years. More

Complete Eye Care System is formulated to enhance eye health and improve vision with supportive nutrients including circulation strengtheners, and antioxidant protectors. (more…)

What is it? The ACRYSOF® ReSTOR® Apodized Diffractive Optic Posterior IOL is an artificial lens implanted in the eye to restore vision after a clouded natural lens (cataract) is removed. (more…)

Phakic intraocular lenses, or phakic lenses, are lenses made of plastic or silicone that are implanted into the eye permanently to reduce a person’s need for glasses or contact lenses. (more…)

You are probably NOT a good candidate for refractive surgery if:

* You are not a risk taker. Certain complications are unavoidable in a percentage of patients, and there are no long-term data available for current procedures. (more…)

Buying contact lenses on the Internet, by phone, or by mail can be handy. But buyers should beware.

You need an up to date, correct prescription. Your state laws set the rules for when a prescription expires. Some give one year, others two. (more…)