Presbyopia is a normal part of aging that becomes more apparent as people approach their 40s and 50s. As the human body ages, the lens inside the eye grows like rings on a tree. It loses its elasticity, and therefore its ability to easily change focus, making it more difficult to read smaller print. Because LASIK… Continue Reading
What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism occurs when your cornea is shaped like an egg. With astigmatism, more than one focal point within the eye distorts what you see. As a result, you experience a tilting of images due to the unequal bending of light rays entering your eyes. Many patients with myopia and hyperopia have some… Continue Reading
These Optometrists Can Help You Make an Informed Decision About LASIK No one knows your eyes better than your eye doctor. When you have LASIK eye surgery at TLC Laser Eye Centers®, TLC Affiliated doctors of optometry will play an important role on your LASIK care team. These Affiliated Optometrists work with TLC because of… Continue Reading
Here is a listing of common LASIK terms, defined, for when you are researching a laser eye surgery procedure: Acuity The capacity of the eye to see fine detail. Affiliated TLC Doctors Eye doctors who are part of TLC’s large network of affiliated optometrist and are trained to manage patients before and after laser vision… Continue Reading
LASIK Eye Surgery Technology to Meet Your Needs TLC understands how valuable your sight is to you, and that is why we keep our sights set on providing FDA-approved advanced technologies for our patients. At TLC, we believe that by combining over 30 years of experience and the latest advanced LASIK technology we can provide… Continue Reading
Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) is an elective outpatient laser vision correction procedure to improve vision and reduce or eliminate the need for eyeglasses or contact lenses. In PRK surgery, the laser surgeon uses the excimer laser to reshape the curvature of the eye for patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. PRK vs LASIK Prior to LASIK… Continue Reading
Laser Vision Correction Procedures Everyone’s eyes are different. A pre-procedure consultation with your doctor will help determine the right type of laser eye surgery for you. Depending on your circumstances and prescription, some of the following laser vision correction options may be better suited to your unique visual needs: Types of LASIK Procedures Traditional LASIK… Continue Reading
Have some questions about LASIK eye surgery procedures? You’re not alone, and the good news is that there’s plenty of useful information available. This LASIK FAQ article covers the basics of some of the most common LASIK questions, and touches on topics that you may want to discuss in detail with your LASIK surgeon. Most… Continue Reading
The TLC Difference We Focus on Improving People’s Vision in Safe and Life-Changing Ways Safety The safety of our patients and team members is our first priority. Our centers continue to strictly follow the CDC guidelines to ensure that we can safely provide LASIK services in our communities. Affordability Don’t sacrifice quality for affordability. TLC… Continue Reading
Dr. Tom Hansted, Clinical Director of TLC Laser Eye Centers – Bismarck, was born and raised in Jamestown. He attended the University of North Dakota before receiving his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Optometry degrees from Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Oregon. Dr. Hansted provides a full range of vision and… Continue Reading
