1. Is lasik dangerous?
ANSWER. No, in fact a recent study has shown that people using contact lenses may be at more risk of encountering problems than with laser eye correction. Lasik has been performed safely for more than 10 years now and hundreds of thousands of happy patients worldwide have been freed from the bondage of glasses and contact lenses since then. However, when choosing who should perform this delicate operation the experience of the eye doctor is an important consideration . The ACES Refractive team can help you know more about this life changing operation and make things clearer for you.

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2. Is it true that eating carrots is good for your vision?
ANSWER. Yes it is true. But a lot of other food contain as much or even more Vitamin A than carrots. Malunggay and green vegetables as well as fish and milk are good sources of Vitamin A. As a rule, eating a balanced diet can provide you not only with vitamin A but other vitamins and minerals you need to stay healthy. Taking tablets or food supplements with high levels of fat soluble vitamins like A and E may in fact be dangerous for you. The ACES Eye team can tell you more about nutrition and good vision and help you keep your eyes in top shape.

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3. Is reading in dim light bad for your eyes?
ANSWER. Not really...as long you're not using a candle. Playing with fire and candles is very dangerous and should be done only if you have to - like studying during a brown out. Reading with good light and in a comfortable position can make reading a book and studying really fun and enjoyable. But if you ask me, reading in dim light is still better than not reading at all. There's more to life than TV and computer games. And If you're having problems reading even in bright light, ask your mom to bring you to ACES where our eye team will see how we can help you get better.

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4. Are all eye doctors the same?
ANSWER. No. Some eye doctors check your grade and prescribe glasses. They are called optometrists. Eye doctors who prescribe medicines and perform surgery are called ophthalmologists or eye md's. Some ophthalmologists undergo subspecialty training in a specific group of eye diseases. The ACES eye team is composed of experienced specialists in Retina, Glaucoma, Pediatrics, Refractive surgery, Plastic and orbit working together as a team. That's why we can give our patients the benefit of a second or more opinion in one visit.

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5. Does wearing contact lenses prevent worsening of nearsightedness?
ANSWER. most popular way to correct errors of refraction. However, more recently, LASER surgery has transformed the lives of many nearsighted and farsighted people by freeing them from the burden of dealing with their contact lenses daily. If you're having problems with your glasses or contact lenses, or you just want to do away with them altogether, the ACES Refractive Team can guide you in your search the safest and best option for you.

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6. How true is the rumor that the best way to treat a black eye is to put a steak on it?
ANSWER. Yes it's true but obviously only if the steak is raw. It is actually the "coldness" of the steak that reduces the swelling and discoloration of a "black eye". You can also use a cold towel or even a bottle of cold juice or softdrink that you wrap with a napkin or a hanky. The sooner you do it after the blow, the better. But If the blow was hard enough to cause a black eye, it may also cause damage to other delicate structures of the eye like the retina or the "angle" . These can lead to very serious eye problems. The ACES eye team can help you make sure your black eye heals quickly and safely after injury.

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7. Can anyone avail of LASIK?
ANSWER. No. Although LASIK has been proven to be safe and effective, it is not for everyone. That is why the ACES refractive team works closely together make sure our refractive patients do not have any co-existing eye problems like cataract and glaucoma that can make them poor candidates for this procedure. Patients who have had cataract surgery and still need glasses to watch TV or recognize faces at What's more, it may be covered by Philhealth. Let the ACES Refractive team help you get the quality of vision you best deserve.

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8. Is it true that staring at a computer monitor for a long time will damage your eye?
ANSWER. No. The amount of radiation emanating from modern monitors is so low that the risk of problems from prolonged use has not been shown to affect the eye adversely. However if you're in front of your monitor all the time, you may not be getting adequate sunlight and certainly your social life may not be too healthy either. Taking a break every now and then will allow you to rest your eyes and give you a chance to get a life. And if you're feeling some discomfort even with moderate use of your computers it may be time to see your eye doctor.

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9. Is washing your face after reading advisable?
ANSWER. Yes it is advisable, especially if what you're reading is old and dusty. Washing your face is very refreshing and can be done anytime you feel the need to. Just make sure to remove your glasses first. But if you've been having problems reading may not because you washed your face but because you have a serious eye disease. Why not come to ACES in the near future and our team will work to make things clearer for you?

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10. Is the effect of Lasik permanent? ANSWER. Our body changes all the time as we grow older. As a result any correction made to your error of refraction can still change as your body ages. As a rule, the younger you are at the time you undergo LASIK, the longer you can expect your correction to remain stable. The ACES Refractive team will do its best to make sure you will remain free from the burden of glasses and contact lenses for as long as possible. Click here to view video.

11. Will pulling an eyelash cure a stye? ANSWER. A stye or"bwingit" is a collection of pus and pulling an eyelash can sometimes help to drain it, which explains why it gets better. However not all styes can be cured this way and very often even antibiotics may not be enough. To prevent scarring, it is best to see an eye doctor who can drain the pus safely and quickly. Prevention is still you're best option so it is best to avoid sharing your eyeliner with your girlfriend ... or boyfriend? Click here to view video.

12. Are all lasers the same?
ANSWER. No. There are many different kinds of lasers. Some are red, some are green and some have no color at all - You can't even see them! Some lasers are so weak that they can be mistaken for toys - like the laser pointer. The lasers Eye doctors use are many times stronger than a pointer and can be very dangerous if not used properly. That is why the doctors of the ACES Eye team have studied long and hard to be sure they know how to use them properly. Ask your mom to bring you to ACES and we'll tell you more about lasers and check your eyes at the same time. See you soon.

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13. Does sleeping while your hair is wet lead to blindness?
ANSWER. No. Sleeping while you're hair is wet will not make you blind but it will ruin your pillows. Stories of people waking up blind after taking a bath at night is most likely a mere coincidence. In fact I have yet to see a single one consult with me at the clinic. Good eye care must be based on real evidence. Stories and anecdotes, and food supplements with no therapeutic value are usually harmless but may delay proper treatment. Too bad so many people forget that there are experienced doctors who can help them separate fact from fiction. The ACES eye team can make things clearer for you.

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14. I read in the internet that eye exercises will improve my vision. Is this true?
ANSWER. This is a good example of why you have to be very careful not to believe everything you read on the internet. Exercising can help the heart and lungs and can prolong your life. But exercising your eyes is another matter entirely. After all, can you imagine how hard it is to find dumbells small enough to fit your eyes? Rather than exercising your eyes, why not exercise your right to see a good eye specialist? The ACES EYE Team can work with you in keeping your eyes in top shape.

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15. Can cataract be treated with laser?
ANSWER. No. Many people have been mistakenly led to believe that Lasers can cure a cataract and that it is a better option than having an operation. The bad news is that lasers can not at this time be used to remove a cataract but the good news is that there are better and safer ways to do it. Sutureless small incision phacoemulsification uses sound waves instead of laser to dissolve the cataract. The type of lens implant is probably the more thing to consider. Nowadays modern IOLs have made the outcomes of cataract surgery more amazing. Modern cataract surgery, like what is being done by the ACES team now makes it possible to finally be free from glasses and contact lenses for the rest of your life.

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