Is LASIK Permanent?

How Long Does LASIK Last? One of the many reasons people consider getting LASIK eye surgery is the opportunity to be free from glasses and contact lenses. This procedure is designed to improve your eyesight, reducing your dependence on or eliminating your need for visual aids like these. But how long do the effects last? Many patients […]

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What If I’m Not A Good Candidate For LASIK

While it can be an excellent option for many people, LASIK eye surgery is not for everyone. In the event you are not a candidate for this procedure, you may wonder what your other options are—are you stuck with contact lenses and glasses for life? The good news is that there are other advanced vision enhancement options […]

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Does Lasik Hurt?

Your eyes are one of the most sensitive areas of your body, so it’s natural for you to be concerned about how LASIK eye surgery will feel. Fortunately, this brief procedure is often painless. Most patients report only mild discomfort, and our board certified ophthalmologists make every effort to ensure you have the most pleasant […]

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Can I Have LASIK if I’m Pregnant?

A woman’s body goes through many changes during pregnancy, and these developments help produce the best environment possible for the growing baby. At Dell Laser Consultants, our extensively trained medical team is dedicated to providing the highest-quality care to our patients. With this goal in mind, we typically recommend that expecting mothers postpone LASIK eye […]

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How Does LASIK Work And What Kind Of Vision Can I Expect?

If you’re frustrated by the inconveniences eyeglasses and contact lenses can impose on you, LASIK eye surgery may be able to help. Before you decide on this approach, however, you should consult with a highly qualified ophthalmologist, such as Dr. Steven J. Dell or Dr. Divya M. Varu, and develop a broad understanding of how LASIK works. LASIK stands for […]

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Intraocular Lenses (IOLs): What Are the Different Options?

Every person, given enough time, will develop cataracts. However, the latest ophthalmological advances can make treating this condition easier and the results better than ever before. An intraocular lens, or IOL, can be used to replace your natural lens during cataract surgery. While the first IOLs ever developed allowed for only fixed-focus vision, modern products can provide excellent […]

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How LASIK Can Change Your Life

The disadvantages of poor vision are easily recognizable, and there are numerous treatment options available that can capably improve eyesight. Why, then, should you consider LASIK eye surgery over a non-surgical approach? That depends on your individual needs and goals. LASIK surgery from our board certified eye surgeons offers abundant benefits that can be life-changing. Only you can […]

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Im Interested in LASIK, What’s The First Step?

You may have friends or family members who have received LASIK eye surgery and enthusiastically shared their experience. If you’re considering this popular procedure to improve your vision, you may wonder where to begin. Our experienced ophthalmologists, Dr. Steven Dell and Dr. Divya Varu, and extensively trained eye care team recommend scheduling a consultation with a reliable eye […]

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Custom LASIK / Custom ASA

No two eyes are alike, and like your DNA or fingerprint, your vision is unique. For hundreds of years, glasses have been used to correct vision by eliminating one or more of the three basic elements of blurring; nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. However, advances in optics have demonstrated that these three basic elements are only […]

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Austin Ophthalmologist Discusses Typical Recovery Experience Following ASA Laser Vision Correction

Dr. Steven J. Dell of Dell Laser Consultants discusses what to expect after undergoing custom advanced surface abrasion treatment to reduce dependence on glasses and contacts. Austin, TX — Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), also called Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA), was the predecessor of LASIK eye surgery. This common laser vision correction method can address myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. Dr. […]

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