Is LASIK worth it? Determining if laser vision correction is a suitable option depends on individual circumstances. An important part of making an informed decision is to undergo a comprehensive eye exam and consult with an eye doctor who specializes in laser vision correction. It may also be beneficial to speak with individuals who have […]
Use your HSAs and FSAs options for financing LASIK before the end of the year! The 2024-25 limits for pre-tax contributions to HSA and FSA accounts rose significantly to help consumers keep up with inflation. An individual can set aside up to $3,200 in a healthcare Flexible Spending Account (also known as a Flexible Spending […]
Thinking about LASIK? If improving your vision with LASIK is on your list, it is a good idea to invest some time in learning all you can about the procedure and pull together a list of questions you want answered so you can make the best decision for you and your vision. Getting a comprehensive […]
What is LASIK Eye Surgery? It is the most popular, and most performed, laser vision correction procedure available to patients today. Since LASIK eye surgery was first approved by the FDA nearly 30 years ago, more than 40 million LASIK procedures have been performed worldwide. Because of decades of experience and the more than 7,000 […]
Is Laser Vision Correction Worth it? Yes Naturally, people place a high value on good vision. For those without it, a lifetime of glasses and contact lenses represents an expensive compromise in terms of vision, budget, and lifestyle. For those reasons, many look into vision correction procedures to reduce their lifetime expense and get the […]
How LASIK works in two steps: First, the surgeon uses a femtosecond laser which is the latest technology or a microkeratome to make a micron-thin, circular flap in the cornea – the surface of the eye. This takes just a few seconds. The surgeon gently moves the flap to expose the layer of tissue where […]
The good news is vision correction procedure LASIK is a qualified medical expense by the IRS and, therefore, can be used with funds set aside in an HSA or a flexible savings account, known as an FSA. The funds in these tax savings accounts are set aside directly from your paycheck – before taxes are […]
The cost of LASIK eye surgery 2023 reflects an elective procedure that has been called life changing. Many people reduce their need for glasses and contacts for years. The money saved on associated costs reflects only part of the surgery’s value. Many find that after LASIK they can do what they could not have done […]
The 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. […]
Griffin Eye Center Voted a Neighborhood Fave in Nextdoor’s 2023 Local Business Awards! Griffin Eye Center has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 2023 Neighborhood Faves, the only annual awards where neighbors vote to celebrate their favorite local businesses. “Neighbors know best, and Nextdoor’s Neighborhood Faves are the only annual awards celebrating the […]