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Tired of Wearing a Mask with Foggy Glasses? LASIK Can Help!

It seems like there’s no end in sight when it comes to our new normal. Leaving the house these days means checking your list to make sure you have everything you need: your mask, your keys, hand sanitizer, an extra mask, and maybe your sanity as well. If you wear glasses, wearing a mask has… Read More

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6 Reasons to Consider Cataract Surgery

Is your vision blurry or foggy? These are classic signs of cataracts. If you have cataracts, they can prevent you from performing activities like reading and driving. You may even be less interested in social activities and start to become less independent. Cataracts are quite common. By the age of 80, over half of Americans… Read More

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Why Is Getting Laser Eye Surgery Smart?

When it comes to wearing glasses and contacts, some people love them and other people hate them. If you fall into the camp of hating them, laser eye surgery may be something you’ve considered. But maybe you couldn’t justify it or the timing wasn’t quite right. Keep reading to find out why a laser eye… Read More

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Why Are My Eyes So Dry?

Are you experiencing dry, burning eyes with a gritty feeling? Are your eyes uncomfortable or causing you fatigue? Several causes could be responsible for the symptoms, including infection, medication, or allergies. You could also be suffering from dry eye syndrome. Approximately one in every eight adults has dry eye syndrome, and it can be mild… Read More

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8 Signs You Could Be A Good LASIK Candidate This Fall

Tired of glare coming off your glasses every time you’re on a Zoom call? Are glasses giving you a headache that won’t seem to go away? LASIK is one of those procedures that you never think you’ll get until you find out that you actually qualify for it. So what goes into being a good… Read More

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3 Reasons It May Be Time To Say Goodbye to Glasses

Are you tired of wearing your glasses and would jump at the opportunity to leave your frames behind? The good news is, there are alternatives available! These can allow you to have near-perfect vision without needing to wear glasses. Keep reading for some of the options available if you’re ready for something besides glasses! Contact… Read More

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Should You Talk To An Eye Doctor About Eye Fatigue?

If you’re like millions of other Americans, you probably spend your days working in front of a computer. Maybe you work in front of more than one computer screen so you can get more done. At the end of the workday, are you exhausted? Do your eyes feel like sandpaper? These are some of the… Read More

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3 Practical Tips Before Cataract Surgery

If you have cataracts, it means that the natural lens of the eye has become cloudy. Without cataracts, the lens is normally see-through and clear. Proteins in the eyes build-up and cloud the lens. This results in dulled colors, blurry vision, poor night vision, and nearsightedness. While cataracts may occur for several reasons, the main… Read More

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Is LASIK Like What’s Shown In Final Destination 5?

For many people, when they hear the phrase “LASIK” the first thing they think of is the scene in Final Destination 5. You know the one. There’s a laser with a woman who is lying alone underneath it because the doctor isn’t in the room. She’s also strapped to the bed and trapped. Sound familiar?… Read More

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Will LASIK Hurt?

Are you thinking about having LASIK? Are you worried that it will hurt? A common worry is that LASIK eye surgery will hurt. There’s really no need to worry! Understanding what happens during LASIK helps patients remain calm and stress out less. Keep reading to learn more about LASIK and why it’s not painful! Pre-LASIK… Read More

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LASIK eye surgery is a procedure that is designed to reduce your dependency on eyeglasses and contact lenses. Here at Chicago Cornea Consultants™, our LASIK surgeons and eye doctors use the latest in laser vision correction technology to ensure each patient receives optimal results.
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Laser Eye Surgery
As leaders in the field of ophthalmology, we were among the first in the area to offer the advanced Alcon LenSx laser platform for cataract surgery. This exciting new technology allows our skilled ophthalmologists to make incredibly precise modifications, enhancing the patient experience.
Elderly couple relaxing after Cataract Surgery
Advanced Cataract
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Traditionally, presbyopia, which happens to all of us as we age, has always meant glasses for clear reading vision. It's a condition not even correctable by laser vision correction. Luckily, there is an option. Refractive lens exchange allows patients a clear alternative to reading glasses and is capable of reducing or eliminating presbyopia by using an advanced multifocal intraocular lens.
Refractive Lens Exchange
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Keratoconus describes a cornea that weakens as collagen fibers deteriorate, causing the cornea to adapt a cone-like shape. Keratoconus can cause blurred vision, light sensitivity, glares, and decreased night vision. In its early stages, keratoconus may be treated with the use of prescription glasses or contact lenses. Keratoconus is also one of the most common reasons for corneal transplant, and one of the most successful. Call any of our offices and ask to speak to the Vision Correction Surgical Coordinator, or use the contact form below.
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It's estimated that a million or more Americans have glaucoma and don't even know it. People with glaucoma often do not experience any symptoms until they begin losing their peripheral vision. One of the scariest things about glaucoma is that it usually has no symptoms in the early stages, earning glaucoma the name "silent thief of sight." Anyone can be at risk, so it's important to have your vision regularly examined.
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glaucoma
At Chicago Cornea Consultants™, our doctors take great care in maintaining ocular health for our patients. However, a number of our patients voice concerns regarding soft lines and wrinkles around the eyes and other regions of the face. We have responded by introducing cosmetic procedures like BOTOX® Cosmetic through our Chicago practice.
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Dry eye can result from a lack of sufficient production of your own natural tears, with an inability to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. This can cause mild to severe discomfort including itching, stinging and burning. Dry eyes are a common concern in Chicago, and the experienced team of corneal specialists at Chicago Cornea Consultants™ have the latest advancements in technology to treat dry eye.
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Dry Eye
Contact lenses are medical devices which interact directly with the ocular surface of the eye. At Chicago Cornea Consultants™, we provide exceptional care to ensure that you obtain the best possible vision with contact lenses that fit appropriately and maximize health benefits.
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