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“Is laser eye surgery safe?” “What are the risks with this kind of procedure?” “Are there any side effects with LASIK?” 
These questions—and more—are people’s most common concerns about LASIK. We understand that there are some misconceptions out there, from how much it hurts to how safe it is, which is why we’ve compiled this blog post.

LASIK—it’s the kind of life-changing step that has a huge impact on so many of our patient’s lives. They know that by making the decision to get laser eye surgery, they’re choosing an exciting path, one that removes the inconveniences of wearing glasses or contacts, and welcomes a whole new freedom into their lives.

If you had the bad luck to start losing your vision only a century ago, your one and only option was to get a crudely made pair of glasses, and even that pair would set you back quite a bit. A few decades later, contact lenses started to make their appearance on the market, giving people with visual impairments another option - though nothing close to a cure.

What you’re about to read is the story of a young boy named Callum Blackburn. He’s a playful, energetic 11-year old who loves having a good time with his family: mom Heidi and sister Keira always know how to make Callum smile. What sets Callum apart, though, is that he was born with a condition known as Angelman Syndrome.

Do people with light irises see differently than those with dark-coloured eyes? Examine this information to learn more.

By now, you already know about the importance of hydration and the negative impact that being dehydrated can have on your overall health. Read on to learn a little more about how it can affect your eyes, too.

It’s one of the safest elective procedures in modern medicine and is regularly performed by surgeons across Canada. For these reasons—and more—it’s no surprise to see that LASIK has become more popular than ever. And while many prospective patients have concerns about LASIK, once they actually do go ahead with it, they’re always amazed by how little it hurts and how short the recovery period is!

Kinesiologist and personal trainer Catherine Marquis decided to undergo laser vision correction to reduce her dependence on contact lenses. The decision came not long after she left Canada for Costa Rica so she could spend her days surfing. Now, in the city of Tamarind, Catherine manages a surf camp and retreat. Discover how she is embracing her #lasiklife to the fullest with each passing wave!

Living with poor vision? You’re not alone. Millions of people across the world have refractive errors like myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia. Keep reading to learn more about these conditions and how each one affects your eyesight.