Cataract surgery has evolved into a refractive
procedure, and patients have high expectations
for good UCVA after surgery. Patients with keratoconus
who are successful in achieving good-quality
BCVA with rigid or scleral contact lenses often
…
Each year in the United States, 3 million cataract
surgeries are performed, and the incidence of
cataract surgery has steadily increased over the
past 30 years, according to a recent populationbased
study by Mayo Clinic researchers.sup1/sup…
As we continue to learn about the importance
of skin care in maintaining healthy, youthful
skin, the expanding variety of cosmeceuticals
allows us to address the specific needs and
desires of our patients. As the market expands, more
products…
High-quality vision consists of many elements.
We refractive surgeons have become more
sophisticated at manipulating optics with multifocal,
pseudoaccommodating, or monovision
IOLs; LASIK; and corneal inlays. We are learning what
promotes the…
Botanically based ingredients have received attention
due to their validated efficacy and key roles
in many cosmeceutical formulations on the
market today. In addition to their primary functions,
many provide ancillary benefits that promote
p…
When considering whether to incorporate
a new technology into your practice, it is
important to first consider the gaps that
your practice has in its offerings and determine
the areas in which you can provide better care
for your patients. A …