Is 20/20 Vision Perfect?

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Apr 28, 2025 3:26:35 PM

It's commonly believed that 20/20 vision is considered "perfect," but what does that truly signify? Perfect according to whom, and why? And what about those individuals who claim to have vision better than 20/20? Is that even feasible? Interestingly, nearly half of U.S. adults do not possess 20/20 vision. Our standard of perfection is one that many cannot achieve!

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Contact Lens Overwear Syndrome

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Jan 23, 2025 8:15:00 AM

For those who wear contact lenses, the most uncomfortable pairs are often the first and the last. The initial pair can be painful due to a lack of experience in handling them, while the final pair might cause discomfort because of a condition known as contact lens overwear syndrome (CLOS).

 
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LASIK and Allergies

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Jul 23, 2024 1:47:00 PM

Experiencing allergic conjunctivitis, commonly known as eye allergies, can be a discomforting and disruptive ordeal, especially after LASIK.

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