Showing posts with label Concord North Carolina. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Concord North Carolina. Show all posts

Saturday, July 30, 2011

View the World in High-Definition with LASIK eye surgery in Concord

Are you tired of complaining that you can't see properly?

Do you feel that you miss a lot because your vision is limited?

If you feel the need for a more permanent and safe solution for your vision problems, and you can't just settle for glasses or contact lenses. Then there is a newer and safer approach, something that will not affect the surrounding tissues but will work on the problem directly. And this procedure is called, LASIK eye surgery.

LASIK eye surgery, which means Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis, is an innovative refractive surgery that is aimed to reshape the cornea. A flap is made in place first into the cornea (using a precise oscillating blade or laser) and folded up. After that, an excimer laser is used to remove a portion of the cornea. This procedure is relatively safe and has been proven to result in little or no adverse-effects and has a short recovery time. For some people, they can experience clear and improved vision immediately.

When done by skilled and experienced eye specialists, such as those working at Cabarrus Eye Center, there is no damage to the surrounding tissues. They will also make sure that you will receive the best treatment possible during the entire procedure.

But before that, your Concord and North Charlotte eye specialist will be the one to determine whether you are viable for LASIK eye surgery or not. The procedure may be a great option for vision problems, but you may not be right for it. An assessment and other examination needs to be conducted first.

If everything is right and you are viable for LASIK, then you might need to ask your Concord eye specialist about this. With the help of LASIK eye surgery, you can now view the world in high-definition quality and clarity. Contact Cabarrus Eye Center, your primary eye care center in Concord and North Charlotte today, 704-782-1127.

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Blepharoplasty- Eyelid Surgery Concord, North Carolina Cabarrus Eye Center Expert

Your eyes are an expressive feature - one that people notice first - and your eyelids are part of that feature. The eyes are also the first of our features to show signs of age. As we grow older, our skin ages and loses its elasticity.  Loss of elasticity and gravity causes excess skin to raise the level of upper and lower eyelids. These actions sometimes cause wrinkles and bumps on the eyelids. The extra fold of skin is develop hanging over the eyelashes and it causes blurry of vision.

What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a surgical procedure that removes excess folds of skin in the upper lids and pouches under the eyes. Whether to improve your appearance, your vision, or both, reconstructive surgery usually produces a very pleasing effect and gives you a more rested, youthful look. Your Concord and north Charlotte, North Carolina Cabarrus Eye Center has many specialists that perform this kind of surgery.

What is involved in the surgical procedure?

Blepharoplasty usually is performed in an outpatient facility under local anesthesia in a matter of one or two hours. If local anesthesia is used, you will be well sedated but partially awake during the surgery. You may be able to tell that the surgeon is working on your eyes, but you will not feel any pain.

How do I find a surgeon who does Blepharoplasty?

Choosing the right plastic surgeon to perform your blepharoplasty surgery is one of the most important decisions you will make. Concord, North Carolina Cabarrus Eye Specialists has many doctors that perform eye surgery which includes Blepharoplasty. Consult a Concord, North Carolina Cabarrus Eye specialist today and determine if Blepharoplasty is a good option for you.