CAN I HAVE LASIK IF I HAVE KERATOCONUS?
As a leading New York City laser eye surgeon, Dr. Sandra Belmont meets with a wide variety of patients that desire the clear, sharp vision that laser eye surgery can provide. Before recommending a patient for laser eye surgery, she performs a detailed evaluation of the patient’s refractive error and discusses the patient’s ocular and general…
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ARE OTC EYE DROPS SAFE?
Just because a product like eye drops is sold “over the counter” (i.e., available without a prescription) doesn’t mean that they are without potential risks or complications. OTC eye drops aren’t dangerous, but it is important to follow the directions for proper use and practice common sense. Below, trusted New York ophthalmologist Dr. Sandra Belmont…
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MANAGING DRY EYES AT NIGHT
If you have dry eye syndrome, you might assume that nighttime offers a reprieve from your uncomfortable symptoms because you are finally able to rest. In fact, many patients with dry eye experience the opposite: their eyes feel even drier and more irritated at night. Read on as Dr. Sandra Belmont, who treats cases of dry eye…
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FAQS ABOUT AMNIOTIC MEMBRANES
Dr. Sandra Belmont is pleased to offer a very promising therapeutic device to repair and protect the ocular surface: amniotic membrane. Acellular amniotic membrane allografts have shown great potential to heal eye surfaces threatened by injury or disease. Read on as Dr. Belmont answers commonly asked questions about amniotic membrane. What is an amniotic membrane used…
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WATCH OUT FOR RED FLAGS WHEN SELECTING YOUR LASIK SURGEON
When it comes to a safe, successful LASIK experience, nothing matters more than your choice of a surgeon. The right surgeon should be qualified, experienced and instill a sense of confidence and trust that they will help you achieve your vision correction goals. Although there is no formal rule, you should consider meeting with a few surgeons…
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WHY YOUR 20S OR 30S ARE A GREAT TIME TO HAVE LASIK
Although LASIK is FDA-approved for adults as young as 18, there are particular advantages to undergoing LASIK in your 20s or 30s. Not only is your eyeglass prescription more likely to have stabilized by your early 20s, but LASIK can also enrich your personal and professional life during these pivotal years. Read on as leading NYC LASIK…
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LASIK NEAR ME
New York City is home to world-class restaurants, shopping and live entertainment. It is also where some of the finest doctors and surgeons in the world build their practices. People travel to NYC from all over the globe seeking the exceptional medical and surgical care that is available here. Dr. Sandra Belmont of Belmont Eye Center is…
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THE LASIK EYE SURGEON
Your reasons for seeking LASIK are as unique as your eyes. Perhaps you want to eliminate the time you spend putting in and taking out your contact lenses. Maybe you want to enjoy work, sports and other activities without the burden of eyeglasses. Or maybe you want to pursue a career that requires excellent vision. No matter…
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