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Why Do We Dilate?

Lots of people dread getting their eyes dilated at eye exams. The dilating drops often make patients light sensitive, can cause difficulty focusing up close, and require a ten to fifteen minute wait to take effect. However, dilation is an important part of a complete eye exam.

Dilation drops temporarily make the pupil larger. This gives the doctor the ability to see more of the inside of the eye. The doctor is able to view the retina, optic disk, and blood vessels. The effects of the dilation drops usually wear off after about three hours.

Having access to the back of the eye helps the doctor diagnose diseases and eye conditions such as retinal detachment, macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma. Even high cholesterol and diabetes can be seen with a dilated eye exam. Early detection is an essential part of successful treatment for these conditions, making dilated exams very important to eye health.

Light sensitivity and difficulty reading for a few hours is a small price to pay when it comes to maintaining healthy eyes. Schedule a complete eye exam (with dilation!) with Dr. Scroggs or Dr. Bryan today.

Medical Savings Plans and LASIK

At CarolinaOphthalmology, we are proud to offer patients the opportunity to improve their vision and their lives. We also want to offer you the information you need to make the best overall decision for your eyes and your expectations, including ways to save on the cost of LASIK.

Many people have medical savings plans like Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA), and Health Savings Accounts (HAS) which are great ways to save money on LASIK by using tax-free dollars.

If you have a Flex Spending Account, you are able to set aside pre-tax dollars from your gross income to cover medical expenses. The money in these accounts does not roll over to the next period, so if you do not spend it, you lose it. LASIK is a great way to spend the money you already have set aside in these accounts, and LASIK is a great reason to put money into an FSA if you have not done so already. By using pre-tax dollars to pay for your procedure, you will save money.

If your FSA expires in June, you only have a couple of months left to spend that money. Why not invest it in your vision? Imagine starting your summer out by getting rid of your glasses and contact lenses. Even if your FSA money isn’t close to its expiration date, why not take advantage of the chance for clear, precise vision as soon as possible?

We offer several options for paying for your LASIK. Patients can use money from their FSAs to pay in part, and pay for the rest with a check, credit card, or multiple forms. We also have a relationship with a company called Care Credit to offer payment plans to our patients. You can use this financing option to pay for part of all of your surgery. Through Care Credit, you can choose among interest free payment plan options up to two years after your surgery. Whether you are using an FSA to pay for part of your procedure or not, you have options available to you to pay for this amazing procedure.   

Call us today at 919.945.3937 to schedule a free LASIK consultation. You’ll meet Dr.Bryan, find out if you’re a good candidate, and learn more about LASIK to find out if it’s a good option for you. Start enjoying your clear, precise vision!

Love Yourself, Love Your Health

Check out our ad in the Love Yourself, Love Your Health issue of the Daily Tar Heel coming out today! Call us to schedule a free LASIK consultation to find out how this procedure can improve your vision and your life.  

Enjoy every spectacular detail of March Madness after LASIK

Check out our ad in the Daily Tar Heel today! After LASIK, you'll be able to see every moment of exciting basketball this season! Call us today to schedule an appointment at 919.945.3937. 

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. We want to remind you of the importance of comprehensive eye exams, the only way to detect Glaucoma. 

Glaucoma is an eye condition that develops when too much fluid pressure builds up inside the eye. This increase in pressure can damage the optic nerve, which transmits images to the brain. If this damage continues, it will lead to loss of vision. Without treatment, Glaucoma can cause total permanent blindness within a few years. Many people with Glaucoma have no early symptoms or pain, which makes it very important to have regular eye exams for early diagnosis and treatment before the long-term vision loss occurs. 

To learn more about Glaucoma, visit the Glaucoma section of our website and read through information and frequently asked questions. Call us today to schedule an exam at 919.967.4836.

Check out our holiday ad!

Check our our holiday ad! LASIK would make a great gift this holiday season.