LASIK, Contacts, or Ortho-K? Choosing the Best Vision Correction for Your Lifestyle
If you wake up every morning reaching for your glasses before you even open your eyes, you know the daily struggle of nearsightedness. That familiar blur when looking at the alarm clock or trying to find your slippers is more than just a minor annoyance; it’s a constant reminder that your eyes aren't focusing light quite right. Myopia, or nearsightedness, occurs when the eyeball grows slightly too long, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. The good news is that we live in a golden age of vision correction. You are no longer limited to thick, heavy frames that slide down your nose during a workout. From advanced laser technology to lenses that reshape your eyes while you sleep, the options for achieving crisp, clear distance vision are more versatile than ever. But with so many choices, how do you decide which path is right for your unique lifestyle? Understanding the Basics of Vision Correction All nearsightedness correction methods share a singl...