“I had LASIK surgery at Griffin Eye Center. One of the best things I have ever done for myself. I have had to wear glasses since I was 7. 20 years later, my vision had gotten so bad, my prescription was -5.50. I would fail every vision test I was given without my glasses. I […]
“Yesterday I had LASIK surgery at Griffin Eye Center, where my mom also works, Dr. McCann, and the entire experience was truly incredible. From the moment I walked in, I felt completely supported and at ease. Even though I have been around the office for many years, being a patient gave me a whole new […]
How much does LASIK Cost? Think about how much you are spending on your current vision correction. Are you due for new glasses? Maybe looking at some cool new frames? Are you using daily disposable contact lenses? What about your cases and solutions? Do you have fresh supplies? The point is that maintaining your current […]
Cataract surgery removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with an artificial lens. Today’s lens technology enables cataract patients to not only replace their clouded lens with a clear plastic lens, but also correct other vision issues such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Working with your ophthalmologist, you can customize the procedure to your […]
Difference Between LASIK and Cataract Surgery: LASIK reshapes the outer layer of the eye (cornea) to change the way the eye focuses light on the retina. In contrast, cataract surgery is a treatment applied to the lens of the eye. The natural lens becomes cloudy for cataract patients making their vision blurry or fuzzy. During surgery, the […]
LASIK Recovery Timeline: When Can You Get Back to Your Activities? When Can I Drive After LASIK? Most patients can drive within 24 hours after LASIK – but ask your eye doctor first. Immediately following your LASIK procedure, you will need to have a friend or family member drive you home. In addition to the […]
How do you know when it is time for cataract surgery? It is time for cataract surgery when your blurred or cloudy vision interferes with your daily life, making activities like reading, driving, and cooking difficult or unsafe. Other signs include difficulty in low light, increased sensitivity to glare, colors appearing faded or yellowish, and needing frequent […]
LASIK can be performed at any time of the year. So what makes autumn and winter a popular choice for many patients. The popularity of LASIK during these months include: So why not embrace this opportunity? With Griffin Eye Center’s commitment to patient-centered care and advanced technology, you can feel confident in your decision. Picture […]
Common Cataract Myths and Facts 2025 Though cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss worldwide, myths persist in their cause and treatment. Cataracts affect nearly 22 million Americans age 40 and older. Cataracts are a natural result of aging. As the eye’s lens, which sits behind the pupil, grows older, its cells die and […]
Cataract surgery is a common eye procedure to remove the cloudy lens in your eye and replace it with a clear artificial lens, known as an intraocular lens (IOL). Cataract surgery is recommended when cataracts interfere with your daily activities, such as reading, and driving. The proteins in the eye lens start to break down […]