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Tag: eye health

To Lasik or Not to Lasik…

That is the question when one has had enough of glasses, contact lenses, and blurry vision. Whether to correct myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism, LASIK is the most popular elective eye surgery used to treat these ailments. However, while elegant in its simplicity, it isn’t right for everyone.

A while ago, I considered undergoing the procedure. Following the promise of a cozy life free of glasses and contacts, I dug into the rabbit hole. I went from how it works and how it emerged to its risks, costs, and true capabilities. I share my findings in this article in the hope that those interested in LASIK can discover the basics at length.

The Truth About Contact Lens Lifespan: Planned Obsolescence or Eye Health?

Good eyesight doesn’t come cheap—and contact lenses are a perfect example. They rarely feel ‘used up’ when their official replacement date arrives. Maybe you’ve stretched a daily lens into three days, or worn your monthly pair for an extra couple of weeks. If nothing felt wrong, it’s natural to wonder: are we simply being nudged into buying new ones more often than necessary? Could this be a subtle case of planned obsolescence?

Or is there more to the story?

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