The Light Adjustable Lens is adjusted after surgery as the eye heals. Multifocal and EDOF lenses use different designs to support vision at more than one distance. Each option has benefits and trade-offs. Your eye health, daily needs, and comfort with follow-up care help guide the choice. If you are...

Having had LASIK does not automatically exclude someone from being assessed for a Light Adjustable Lens. However, eligibility can only be determined through an individual eye assessment. A comprehensive eye assessment is required to review your eye health, surgical history and the lens options that may be appropriate for your...

Yes, some people with dry eyes may still qualify for LASIK. Dry-eye symptoms do not automatically rule out laser vision correction. However, LASIK may not be the procedure your surgeon recommends first. At Lumea, our surgeons typically recommend SMILE for suitable patients with dry-eye concerns. SMILE does not require a...

If you blink during laser eye surgery, you will not ruin the procedure. A small, gentle eyelid holder keeps your eyelids open, so you cannot fully blink while the laser is working. Your surgeon also watches your eye throughout treatment. Depending on the procedure and laser platform, tracking, alignment, or...

Yes, many Ontario patients can use a Health Spending Account, or HSA, to help pay for eligible vision-correction procedures. The Canada Revenue Agency lists laser eye surgery paid to a medical practitioner or licensed hospital as an eligible medical expense. However, your actual reimbursement depends on your employer’s plan, available...

Screen fatigue usually causes temporary dryness, tired eyes, fluctuating blur and headaches that appear during or after long periods of computer work. A true vision problem, such as uncorrected astigmatism, can make these symptoms appear sooner or become more persistent because the eyes must work harder to maintain a clear...