Glaucoma, known as the “Silent Thief of Sight,” affects over 3 million people in our country. What’s frightening about glaucoma is that only half of those affected know they have the disease. By the time it is detected, glaucoma may have already stolen a person’s precious sight. Dr. Ernest Kornmehl of Boston area Kornmehl Laser… Read the full article
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FDA Approves Gene Therapy for Rare Form of Blindness
In December 2017, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved LUXTURNA™, the first and only gene therapy drug for the treatment of a rare condition that can cause blindness. Dr. Ernest Kornmehl of Boston area Kornmehl Laser Eye Associates explains what this exciting news means. Gene Therapy for Retinal Disorder Luxturna was developed for people that… Read the full article
LASIK vs. Contact Lenses
The decision of whether to wear contact lenses or undergo LASIK is not straightforward. There are many important factors to consider, like the cost, safety and daily convenience of each option. If you are faced with the decision of how to correct imperfect eyesight, respected eye surgeon Ernest Kornmehl can help. Here, he discusses some of the crucial considerations… Read the full article
Will I Have Sensitivity to Light after LASIK?
For many patients, LASIK is a life changing experience. The procedure provides clear vision and freedom from the confines of glasses and contact lenses. However, like any surgery, LASIK is not without risks. Rarely, patients experience mild post-operative symptoms that can be uncomfortable for a few days. One of the common symptoms is temporary sensitivity to light…. Read the full article
What Is the Recovery Timeline after PRK?
Recovery is a common consideration when evaluating refractive surgery options, and there are some distinct differences between the LASIK recovery and PRK recovery. In this post, Dr. Ernest Kornmehl, a sought-after eye surgeon in Boston, discusses the PRK recovery in more detail and provides a general timeline. LASIK Recovery vs. PRK Recovery Both LASIK and PRK are refractive surgery procedures that… Read the full article
What Can I Expect from Corneal Crosslinking Treatment?
Corneal crosslinking is an exciting treatment that slows the progression of mild keratoconus. The combination of riboflavin and ultraviolet light has been shown to strengthen the collagen fibers in the cornea to help preserve its round shape and prevent loss of vision. Here, Dr. Ernest Kornmehl of Kornmehl Laser Eye Associates, a top laser eye surgeon in Boston… Read the full article
How Long Do LASIK Results Last?
A common misconception about LASIK is that the results are only temporary. This is something that Boston LASIK surgeon Dr. Ernest Kornmehl of Kornmehl Laser Eye Associates hopes to shed light on, so that candidates have correct information as they explore their options. In this month’s blog post, Dr. Kornmehl discusses how long the results of LASIK typically last…. Read the full article
Key Differences between LASIK and PRK
Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) may be the original surgery for refractive errors, but laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) has surpassed it in terms of popularity. Currently both procedures are extremely safe and effective ways to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses or contact lenses. If you would like to understand how the procedures differ, read about the key distinctions,… Read the full article
Corneal Inlays for Clear Vision after Presbyopia
Almost 11 million Americans live with presbyopia, which is the age-related loss of reading vision that usually starts in a person’s 40s. Presbyopia causes objects that are nearby to appear blurry or fuzzy. The effects of presbyopia make it difficult to read, send a text message or peruse a menu without wearing reading glasses. Presbyopia… Read the full article
10 Common Cataract Questions Answered
Cataract surgery is the most commonly performed surgery in the country — yet many people don’t know exactly what a cataractis, or how one is treated. Dr. Ernest Kornmehl, a trusted Boston ophthalmologist, is pulling back the curtain about the common eye disease and tackling 10 of the most commonly asked questions about cataracts in this month’s… Read the full article