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Why More Young People Are Nearsighted: A Guide to the Myopia Epidemic

Have you noticed your child squinting at the classroom board or leaning in close to read a book or screen? Or perhaps you, as a young adult, feel like distant objects are becoming increasingly blurry. These signs point to...

How to Afford LASIK Eye Surgery: Updated 2025 Cost Guide & Smart Payment Options

If you are getting LASIK eye surgery, you want to opt for an experienced laser eye surgeon with great reviews and recommendations. This could mean that you’ll be out roughly $3,000 per eye depending on the severity of your vision...

Setting the Record Straight: The Truth About LASIK Eye Surgery

If you’ve been following the news recently, you may have noticed a wave of negative headlines about LASIK eye surgery. While these stories tend to grab attention, they don’t always tell the whole story. At SightMD, we believe it’s...

Top Eye Care Innovations of the Last Decade

How Technology is Reshaping Vision Care At SightMD, we believe that embracing the latest innovative eye care technologies—from AI diagnostics to light-adjustable lenses—is key to delivering world-class vision outcomes. The past decade has seen an explosion of ophthalmology breakthroughs...

What Causes Cloudy Vision After Cataract Surgery?

Cataract surgery is a safe and effective way to restore vision clarity. However, some patients experience blurry or cloudy vision following the procedure. While this can be concerning, it is often a normal part of the healing process or...

What Is This Bump on My Eyeball? Common Causes and When to Seek Medical Attention

If you’ve ever noticed a bump on your eyeball or eyelid, you’re not alone. Bumps in or around the eye can vary widely, from harmless cysts to symptoms of infections or other conditions. Some bumps are common and go...

What is a Chalazion and Should I Be Concerned About It?

Have you ever noticed a small, painless bump on your eyelid and wondered what it could be? It’s possible you have a chalazion—a common condition that appears as a small lump on the eyelid. While chalazia are usually harmless,...

What is Eye Dilation and Why Is It Important?

Eye dilation is a common and important part of a complete eye exam. It helps eye doctors check the health of your eyes. This procedure uses special eye drops to temporarily enlarge your pupils. This helps your eye doctor...

Understanding Astigmatism

What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a refractive error that occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye has an irregular shape. Instead of being perfectly round like a basketball, the cornea or lens may be shaped more like...

LASIK Follow-Up Care

Understanding LASIK Follow-Up Care LASIK eye surgery is a life-changing procedure that can dramatically improve your vision and liberate you from the hassles of glasses and contact lenses. However, achieving optimal results requires diligent post-operative care and regular follow-up...