Home What is the difference between SMILE and LASIK surgery By Dr. Yuna Rapoport May 22, 2023 7:03 pm What is the difference between SMILE and LASIK surgery? SMILE and LASIK are two common surgical procedures used to correct vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Both procedures use laser technology to reshape the cornea and correct refractive errors, but there are several key differences between the two. In this article, we will explore the differences between Smile and LASIK, and help you determine which procedure may be best for you. Table of Con ..read more

Home SMILE Eye Surgery Cost: An In-Depth Guide By Dr. Yuna Rapoport May 22, 2023 6:40 pm Understanding SMILE and LASIK Eye Surgery Procedures Before diving into the cost of SMILE eye surgery, it is important to understand the differences between SMILE and LASIK procedures, as they are both popular methods of laser vision correction surgery. SMILE, or Small Incision Lenticule Extraction, is a minimally invasive procedure that corrects refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness), astigmatism, and hyperopia (farsightedness). LASIK, or Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis, is anot ..read more

Home How Safe is SMILE Laser Eye Surgery? A Comprehensive Look at the Safety and Efficacy of This Vision Correction Procedure By Dr. Yuna Rapoport May 22, 2023 3:40 pm Overview As the number of people experiencing vision problems continues to rise, refractive surgery has become an increasingly popular solution for individuals who want to reduce their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. One such vision correction surgery that has gained traction among both ophthalmologists and patients in recent years is SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction). This article aims to provide a ..read more

Home How Long Does SMILE Eye Surgery Last? – A Comprehensive Look at the ReLEx SMILE Laser Eye Surgery Procedure By Dr. Yuna Rapoport May 22, 2023 3:39 pm Overview Over the years, LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) has been the most popular and widely-performed laser vision correction procedure. However, a new, minimally-invasive procedure called SMILE (small incision lenticule extraction) has emerged as an alternative to LASIK, offering unique advantages for certain patients. If you’re considering vision correction procedures to improve your sight, you may have come across ..read more

Home Does Insurance Cover LASIK? By Dr. Yuna Rapoport September 28, 2020 10:06 pm One question that is frequently asked over and over is “Does Insurance Cover LASIK.” Unfortunately, there is no medical insurance plan that covers LASIK, since it is considered completely elective. Similarly to how insurance plans do not cover glasses, contacts, or cosmetic procedures, LASIK is considered an elective procedure. While there are certain instances in which LASIK may be indicated for medical reasons (a diagnosed narcoleptic continuously falling asleep in his contacts and causing corneal ulcers ..read more

Home Corneal Cross-Linking FAQs By Dr. Yuna Rapoport March 15, 2021 9:15 pm We see many patients in the office who need corneal collagen cross linking procedure from two reasons: progressive keratoconus and corneal ectasia following refractive surgery. Here are some other frequent questions asked by patients about CXL procedure: What is Corneal Cross Linking? Corneal Collagen cross linking is an FDA approved procedure that strengthens the collagen fibers in the corneal tissue in order to decrease the progression of keratoconus or corneal ectasia. Prior to the CXL procedure, patients ..read more

Home LASIK FAQs Answered By Dr. Yuna Rapoport November 13, 2020 2:54 pm Are there any health benefits to laser eye surgery, aside from vision improvements? Yes. The main health benefits have to do with no longer wearing contact lenses and eliminating the risks that are associated with contact lens wear. Even with perfect use of daily contact lenses (which allow more oxygen to permeate to the cornea than weeklies or biweeklies), taking them out each night and placing new ones the following day, the cornea does not get all the oxygen it requires, and over time, there are small blood vesse ..read more

Home What Is TearCare & How Do Dry Eye Patients Benefit? By Dr. Yuna Rapoport June 28, 2022 6:41 pm Overview Dry eye is a common disease experienced by many patients that can cause discomfort, decreased vision quality, irritation, and many other overall uncomfortable symptoms. Dry eye indicates something wrong with the ocular surface, or outer layers of the eye, and with this comes reduced tear quality. Tears are made up of a mucus layer, a watery layer, and an oily layer. If the production of these oils that constitute the oily layer are affected, a condition otherwise known as ..read more

Home What are Implantable Collamer Lens? An Expert Guide to ICL By Dr. Yuna Rapoport August 26, 2021 9:17 pm What is an ICL? An ICL, or implantable Collamer lens, is a vision correction technique meant to correct a medium to a high amount of refractive error called myopia -also known as nearsightedness- which may be uncorrectable via other methods. During the procedure, a lens is inserted into the posterior chamber of the eye, which lies behind the iris. The new lens acts like an implantable contact lens, refocusing the light within your eye instead of in front of it, which complement ..read more

Home Ultimate Guide to CXL: Corneal Cross-Linking By Dr. Yuna Rapoport June 8, 2021 8:45 pm Corneal Collagen cross linking is an FDA approved procedure in the US that strengthens the collagen fibers in the corneal tissue in order to decrease the progression of keratoconus or corneal ectasia. The combination of the riboflavin and ultraviolet light results in strengthening of the bonds between the middle layers of the cornea. This usually stabilizes the cornea and prevents or at least reduces further changes in the shape of the cornea. This procedure is often done on both eyes at the sam ..read more