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Monovision Laser Vision Correction: An Alternative to Reading Glasses

One of the most common questions we hear from prospective patients over the age of 40 is: “Am I a candidate for LASIK or PRK laser vision correction if I only need reading glasses?” The answer may surprise you: It’s yes! The common misconception is that laser vision correction is only for patients who are lifelong glasses or contact lens wearers. However, with the advantage of the monovision approach, patients who only wear reading glasses can also benefit from the procedure. …
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Ultraviolet (UV) Rays and Your Eyes

Most people are aware of the danger that ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can pose to the skin. What isn’t as well known is that UV rays can also cause damage to the eyes. Wearing sunglasses that block 100% of the harmful UV rays from the sun can help protect your eyes from developing future eye conditions. Keep in mind that UV rays can penetrate cloud cover, so sunglasses are important even on overcast days. What are UV Rays? …
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LASIK and PRK Laser Vision Correction: Still the Best Choice for Patients

As medical technology continues to change, so do our options for medical treatment, and laser vision correction is no exception. So, with all the options available today, why does corneal specialist and microsurgeon Dr. Eric Mandel still prefer LASIK and PRK laser vision correction for all his patients who are candidates for refractive surgery? There are actually four key reasons for this. 1. Proven Track Record: Unlike most of the other options in vision correction, we have long-term data on both LASIK and PRK laser …
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Are there Any Restrictions after LASIK Surgery?

Are there any restrictions after LASIK surgery? This is the number one question we hear from patients when they come in for their free LASIK consultation with Dr. Mandel. We completely understand why this is important. Knowing what you can and can’t do afterward often helps you decide the timing of your LASIK surgery. So, we thought it would be helpful to make these answers available to you, our prospective LASIK patients, during the research phase of your decision-making process. …
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The 3 Key Factors that Set Mandel Vision Apart from Other Laser Vision Correction Centers

When choosing where to have your LASIK or PRK corrective eye surgery, there are three main factors to consider: the surgeon, the technology employed by the surgeon and the supporting staff. The main reason so many patients elect to have their LASIK and PRK surgeries at Mandel Vision is that it’s clear from their very first visit that we understand that your laser vision correction experience is shaped by all three of these factors. To that end, we never lose …
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Mandel Vision LASIK Technology

Although LASIK surgery is surgeon-dependent, the technology employed is equally important. Think of it as a master carpenter using master tools. A master carpenter can only do so much with suboptimal equipment. The same is true for LASIK. To get the best results, you need both a skilled LASIK surgeon and the most advanced surgical technology. Having been involved in refractive laser research since 1984, Dr. Mandel is uniquely qualified to evaluate new LASIK technologies. After utilizing different technologies over the past …
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The iDesign Refractive Studio is Now Available!

Mandel Vision is always at the cutting edge of LASIK technology! We are proud to announce we are the first and only practice in New York to offer an exciting advancement in customized LASIK technology: The iDesign Refractive Studio! The iDesign is the Next Generation in Customized LASIK Treatments and we’re excited to add this technology to our state-of-the-art laser vision correction suite in Manhattan. Click here to read more in our press release on this advanced technology. Change Your Vision, Change …
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Everything You Need to Know about LASIK at Mandel Vision

This blog post touches on everything you need to know about LASIK eye surgery at Mandel Vision. This includes information on our free consultations, preparation for the surgery, payment options and post-operative care. LASIK eye surgery is a safe and effective procedure which can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. There’s even an option available for presbyopia ( monovision ), the need for reading glasses after age 40. Dr. Mandel specializes in laser vision correction (LASIK and PRK), and has performed thousands of successful surgeries. …
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All-Laser LASIK

All-laser LASIK (also known as blade-free LASIK) is one of the most advanced techniques used in LASIK laser vision correction today. This form of LASIK is performed exclusively by Dr. Mandel in our Manhattan LASIK Center. There are many options available today when it comes to laser vision correction, so we know it can be confusing. This blog should help explain this latest advancement in LASIK eye surgery. First, let’s review how LASIK eye surgery works. In the LASIK procedure, …
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How to Choose a LASIK Surgeon

Choosing a surgeon for any procedure can be a daunting task. This is especially true when choosing a LASIK surgeon, as there are few things more precious than sight. A very important factor to consider is that LASIK is a surgeon dependent procedure. Akin to a master carpenter with master tools, a highly skilled surgeon and the most advanced technological equipment are required for an optimal result. With that in mind, below are some important questions to consider when choosing …
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