Advances in Eye Care|Eye and Ear Health

Eyelid surgery, otherwise known as blepharoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures on the market. This is because the delicate skin around the eyes is so thin that the eyelids are one of the first places to reveal the signs of aging. At SightMD we are proud to offer a variety of surgical…

It may seem like a tough reality to face, but many people will develop cataracts at some point in their lives. Most people will either get cataracts or have had cataract surgery by the age of 80. With that fact in mind, if you have been diagnosed with cataracts, you may be asking yourself (and…

Cataracts sometimes start to develop in a person’s eye lens as they get older (age-related cataracts), stopping some of the light from reaching the retina. Although cataracts are often associated with age, in rare cases babies are born with cataracts or young children can develop them (childhood cataracts). Cataract surgery is a procedure used to treat cataracts where changes…

As LASIK eye surgery is considered perhaps one of the greatest (if not single greatest) innovations for improving and correcting vision, there are understandably a number of questions regarding the operation, such as if the procedure ultimately leads to 20/20 vision. One question many potential patients have—but are afraid to ask—has to do with how much…

SightMD has now earned the Best LASIK Surgery practice title for nine years in a row! Here at SightMD, we have spent years refining the art of laser vision correction so that we could provide you with the safest, most reliable LASIK surgery procedure. LASIK is a safe, quick, and effective way to improve your vision with…

Ah, LASIK eye surgery. While a magnificent innovation in eye surgery to correct a variety of vision problems many questions about LASIK abound, particularly in regard to how long the positive results last. Consider, for example, astigmatism—one of the main vision problems that is fixed by LASIK. Can I Get LASIK with Astigmatism? In one word:…

A lot has been written about LASIK Eye Surgery, ranging from the risks involved with the operation to how long the healing process takes, among other topics. To this list, SightMD adds a question that many candidates have: Will LASIK improve their vision for all time? Let us discuss… How Long Does LASIK Last? The answer to this question is…

If you are interested in getting Cataract Surgery in Suffolk County or Nassau County on Long Island, we invite you to experience the SightMD difference at our Long Island locations which offers full-service Cataract Surgery. Each of our locations provides comprehensive ophthalmology and optometry services, which means we are able to address all your vision needs at one location.…

The purpose—not to mention the popularity—of  LASIK surgery is the end result of restoring 20/20 vision to those who choose this procedure to improve their eyesight. Answers to other matters connected to LASIK surgery, such as the healing period, are not as clear cut. Are you thinking about undergoing LASIK surgery? SightMD is here to…

There’s a good chance you’re busy finding the perfect presents for your loved ones. But don’t forget that you deserve something special, too. And what better gift than clear vision? If you’ve been thinking about getting LASIK eye surgery to reduce your dependency on glasses and contacts, then you’re in luck. Now’s one of the best times…