Sleep in Contacts: Why it's not ok.

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Dec 23, 2020 11:08:00 AM

Imagine this: a cold Saturday afternoon with no more holiday chores to check off of your to-do list. You have no plans, no responsibilities, nothing to worry about except enjoying the time to yourself. This kind of day can nudge you into an impromptu, refreshing nap in no time at all. But, for some people, drifting off isn't as simple as just closing your eyes. If you aren't lucky enough to have 20/20 vision, you've probably wondered whether it's OK to nap with your contacts in. Not to scare you, but taking your contact lenses out of your eyes is one pre-nap ritual you should definitely be sure to make time for.

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Correct Your Cataracts and Your Vision

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Mar 8, 2017 11:30:00 AM

You've found out you need cataract surgery. Now that's worth celebrating! Why?

You can choose to treat your other vision problems as well as your cataracts at the same time. You can reduce or remove your need for glasses and you can choose the precision of laser-assisted cataract surgery - also known as bladeless surgery.

Cataract surgery can get your eyesight back to being young again. Here's how.

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Safety First: LASIK vs Contact Lens Use

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on May 20, 2016 2:21:02 PM


Did you know that LASIK can be up to five times safer than wearing contacts?* It makes sense, when you consider lens related infections of the eye and other complications due to long term contact use. These complications can be virtually eliminated by LASIK Laser Vision Correction surgery. 

Do you wear contacts?  Think back to when you got your first pair.  You probably spent some time with your eye doctor, going over proper care procedures to best protect your eyes. Do you remember ALL of their advice?  Here’s a rundown of some things you may have forgotten.

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