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Cataracts don’t only affect humans. In fact, our beloved dogs can also develop cataracts as they age. For humans and dogs, untreated cataracts will lead to an eventual and total loss of vision. Cataracts can be removed with cataract surgery to restore vision. When it comes to dogs, insurance is a little tricky. Many patients… Read More

If you wear glasses or contacts, maybe you’ve started considering LASIK. LASIK has had a positive impact on the lives of millions across the globe. There’s no greater gift than a life free from the hassles of glasses and contact lenses. Gone are the days when laser eye surgery was, at best, a risky proposition…. Read More

If you or someone you love has cataracts, it can be scary! Keep reading and learn what to expect with these cataract FAQs for loved ones! Cataract Basics Cataracts are an age-related condition. This does not mean that you can only develop cataracts when you’re older. Instead, you are more likely to develop cataracts as… Read More

When you wear glasses or contacts because of nearsightedness, you’re still nearsighted. This is a fact that you’re reminded of every time you take your glasses off or remove your contacts. Waking up every morning to blurriness can be frustrating. Without a spare pair of glasses, you could be blind! If you’re tired of living… Read More

If you’ve been told you need cataract surgery, you’ve started researching which IOL, or intraocular lens, will be the best fit for you and your lifestyle. Keep reading to learn important facts about IOLs! Will You Be Able to Feel Your IOL? Cataract surgery is performed when you need to remove a cataract, and replace… Read More

Considering LASIK? The amazing deals you see online for LASIK that’s less than $1,000 per eye may be tempting, but price alone is not enough when it comes to choosing your LASIK surgeon. Remember, this is your vision we are talking about, not getting the best possible deal on a used car. When it comes… Read More

You may think that our eyes only produce tears when we experience sadness, but the truth is that our eyes naturally produce basal tears to protect the cornea from the environment with every blink. Basal tears, which are formed in glands located near the eyes, also provide necessary nourishment to the cells in our eyes…. Read More

If you’re tired of dealing with broken glasses and ripped contacts, it might be time to consider LASIK surgery. LASIK, which stands for Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, is a common elective procedure that can correct vision problems such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism (distorted or blurred vision). Custom iLASIK offers additional benefits to… Read More

The good news is, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of going blind from cataracts. First, let’s review the symptoms of cataracts and how to know if you should have cataract surgery. What are the symptoms of cataracts? Cataract symptoms include cloudy vision, halos from light, sensitivity to light, difficulty seeing… Read More

  Glasses and contacts may be a necessity now, but they don’t have to be after LASIK eye surgery at the Omaha Eye & Laser Institute. Imagine the freedom of enjoying your summers free of both glasses and contacts! Check out this list of ways your summers will improve when glasses and contacts are no… Read More