Part of the normal aging process causes changes to the eyes along with many other parts of the body. One of the common age-related vision changes, called presbyopia, causes the lens of the eye to become less flexible so that it can no longer change focus as easily. Nearly everyone is affected by presbyobia, usually […]
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One of the most common questions Dr. Chris Walton hears from patients during a LASIK consultation involves the recovery process. One of the greatest benefits of LASIK is the fact that there is virtually no downtime after your procedure. In most instances, you should be able to resume normal activities the next day. In the
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One of the remarkable abilities of the human eye is the ability to change focus. We can see things that are close at hand as well as things that are on the horizon by changing our focus. When choosing an intraocular lens (IOL) for your cataract surgery, this is an important consideration. The primary difference
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While there’s no true set age for LASIK, most doctors will not perform the operation on anyone under 18, as their bodies and their eyes are still developing. While LASIK is a fairly non-invasive procedure, it is recommended that patients are not too young, and the most common age is between 20 and 40. If
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When you visit our Mobile office for your LASIK consultation, it’s important to come prepared with a list of questions for Dr. Walton. This is the best way to ensure you receive all of the information necessary to make a fully informed decision regarding your desired procedure. In the following video, Dr. Walton discusses some
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Recent advances in cataract surgery technology have expanded the options available to you. While traditional cataract surgery still remains an effective option, you can now also achieve better results with a laser cataract surgery procedure. By having your procedure performed using the LensX laser, you can potentially eliminate the need for glasses following surgery. In
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Have you been contemplating having LASIK to correct your vision, but are worried about long-term side-effects? Don’t be. The recovery from LASIK is surprisingly quick, and you could be doing your normal activities later that same day with 20/20 vision or better. Even though the recovery process after the LASIK procedure is fairly instantaneous, you
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Cataracts are one of the most common age-related vision conditions, impacting more than half of Americans over the age of 65. They result in a clouding of your eye’s lens, which will eventually lead to deterioration in your vision and if left untreated, can cause blindness. While the condition is easily corrected with cataract surgery,
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LASIK surgery can have life-changing benefits, eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses once and for all. For most people considering LASIK in the Mobile, Alabama area, the value provided by the procedure is undeniable. However, the bigger consideration for many LASIK patients is cost. Due to the fact that LASIK is considered an
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Patients who suffer from refractive errors in their vision turn to LASIK for its potential to free them from glasses and contact lenses. But can it really deliver 20/20 vision? Will you still need to wear glasses after LASIK? Dr. Chris Walton is pleased to offer his Mobile-area patients the very latest in LASIK technology,
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