When light rays hit the eye they pass through the cornea (window of
the eye) and are focused on one point, the retina. Refractive errors
occur when the light is not focused properly on the retina.
Myopia (nearsightedness) occurs when the cornea is
too steep and the light rays focus on a point in front of the retina.
Near vision will be clearer than distance vision.
Hyperopia (farsightedness) occurs when the cornea is
too flat and the light rays focus on a point behind the retina, making
distance vision clearer than near vision. People with mild hyperopia
may be able to compensate for it and see reasonably well without
glasses, but people with higher degrees of hyperopia will need glasses
or contact lenses for clear vision.
Astigmatism occurs when the cornea is not round like
a baseball, but is shaped more like a football. As light rays pass
through the cornea, they cannot focus on a single point. Some degree
of myopia or hyperopia is also usually present with astigmatism.
Until recently, glasses or contact lenses were the only way to correct
these optical aberrations and provide clear vision. However, modern
laser refractive surgery now provides an alternative which has reduced
or eliminated the need for distance glasses or contacts for thousands
of people.
If you, or someone you know, suffers from nearsightedness,
farsightedness, or astigmatism, we invite you to contact our office
for a FREE Laser Vision Correction Screening. This screening usually
takes less than one hour to complete, and offers you your best
information to see if Laser Vision Correction is right for you. You
will also have the opportunity to learn more about our convenient
financing plans that make Laser Vision Correction extremely
affordable. Additional information on Laser Vision Correction is also
available from our Frequently Asked Questions page and our
supplemental website www.LaserVision.YourMD.Com. If you any additional
questions not answered on this website, simply e-mail our office or
call our Laser Vision Correction Coordinator at (516)785-3900. Call to
schedule your Free Laser Vision Correction Screening today!
