3 Safe Ways to Treat Dry Eyes After LASIK
LASIK has had a life-changing effect on many people. A quick look at our testimonials will tell you that once you've had LASIK, you can't imagine how you lived without it. The freedom it gives you is unparalleled. While LASIK is an overwhelmingly positive experience, it is common for some patients to experience dry eyes to some degree after surgery. This is usually just for the first 6 to 12 months after the operation. If you're finding that you're eyes are drier than they used to be before LASIK, it's reassuring to know that there are safe ways to treat them. Read on for why dry eyes occur and our top three safe ways to treat dry eyes after LASIK.
January 25, 2019
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A Perfect Profile: What the Ideal LASIK Candidate Looks Like
In the United States, over 150 million people have a need for corrective eyewear. Because of vision problems, they spend $15 billion on these eye products annually. A lot of that spending goes towards prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses. Granted, these items indeed help people cope with and manage their eyesight problems. But they can be quite inconveniencing, as they're easy to lose, misplace, or damage. In fact, in the U.S., eyeglasses are the fourth most commonly-misplaced object! All these said, there's no need to wonder that between 600,000 and 800,000 people in the U.S. get eye LASIK surgery every year. After all, it offers not only long-term vision correction but also life-changing convenience. The question is, are you a good fit for LASIK? Who are good candidates for LASIK in the first place? We'll answer all these questions (and more) in this post, so let's get right to it!
January 10, 2019
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Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat Dry Eyes
If your eyes are constantly irritated, red and inflamed you could be suffering from dry eyes. Find out more about this syndrome and how to treat dry eyes. Are you constantly dealing with dry, itchy eyes? If so, you understand how frustrating the condition is. In very severe cases, dry eyes are much more than a minor inconvenience. The problem can make working difficult and prevent you from relaxing. Dry, sensitive eyes could also lead to other issues if not treated. And while there's no permanent cure for this irritating condition, there are plenty of ways to minimize the symptoms. If you suspect you have dry eyes but aren't sure, keep reading. We're going to cover some of the most common causes and symptoms. We'll also go over how to treat dry eyes.
December 18, 2018
What to Expect with Cataract Surgery – Before, During & After
Cataract surgery is one of the most common surgeries in the world today. If you're wondering what to expect with cataract surgery, here's the answer. Living with cataracts used to be a way of life for the majority of people suffering from this condition. When left untreated for too long, vision becomes blurry and difficult to see. Cataracts affect over 24.4 million people in the United States. If you suffer from this disease, you're likely wondering if there's any way to find relief and see properly again. Cataract surgery has grown in popularity over the years. If you've ever considered getting it done but you weren't sure what the surgery entailed, we're here to help. Check out our guide on what to expect with cataract surgery and see how this amazing procedure can help you see again.
December 4, 2018
Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun Offering Eyeglass Replacement for Fire Victims
The recent wildfires that besieged Sevier County have taken an immeasurable toll in terms of lives lost, property damaged or destroyed and people displaced from their homes. Fortunately, the people of East Tennessee are coming together in impressive numbers to assist locals and visitors who were impacted by the fire’s destruction with their contributions of essential goods and services, finances and volunteer hours.
December 2, 2016
CCLC Voted Best LASIK In Readers’ Poll
Campbell Cunningham Laser Center, Knoxville’s first on-site laser center dedicated to LASIK vision correction, was recently voted the winner of the LASIK Surgery category by readers of the Knoxville News Sentinel as part of the newspaper’s annual Best of Knoxville readers’ choice awards. In addition, the practice of Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor and Haun was voted a favorite in the Optometrist category.
September 27, 2016
Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun Expands Regional Retina Center
KNOXVILLE (March 2, 2015)—The Ophthalmology practice of Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun has expanded its Regional Retina Center. Regional Retina Center at Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun was created to focus specifically on treatment of retina-related eye diseases, including Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vein and Artery Occlusions, Floaters and Flashes, Uveitis and Retinal Tears/Retinal Detachment. Treatments are advancing for many of these conditions, and Regional Retina Center offers a fellowship-trained, board-certified specialist along with specialized facilities for treatment.
March 3, 2016
Warning Signs For Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steals sight by causing damage to the optic nerve, which carries the images we see to the brain. It was once thought that high eye pressure was the main cause of this optic nerve damage. Although eye pressure is clearly a risk factor, we now know that other factors must also be involved because even people with “normal” IOP (intraocular pressure) can experience vision loss from glaucoma.
January 15, 2016
Did You Know We Do BOTOX?
Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun offer a variety of services that support ophthalmology, including treatments that stop twitching, correct eyelid issues, restore eyelashes, and even reduce wrinkles. One treatment we offer is BOTOX®. Though you'd think this would primarily be offered by cosmetic surgeons, BOTOX also has value for treating eye conditions.
December 11, 2015
How Often Should You Get Your Eyes Checked?
It Depends On How Old--Or How Young--You Are. Regular eye examinations are important for a number of reasons. The most obvious, of course, is making sure that you're able to see to do the things you want to do. Your eyes are continually changing, and regular exams help you and your doctor make corrections to your vision (via glasses, contacts, LASIK or other procedures) to keep your sight the best it can be.
November 23, 2015