Eye Care Specialists

Eye Care Specialists Improving the lives of our patients with advanced vision correction. Ophthalmologist Mark Heimmel MD

Is LASIK painful? Does it take long to heal? Is it risky? Head over to our website blog to debunk the 10 biggest myths a...
08/23/2025

Is LASIK painful? Does it take long to heal? Is it risky? Head over to our website blog to debunk the 10 biggest myths about LASIK!

Cataract surgery can restore vision and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses at the same time. Three new intraocular...
06/09/2025

Cataract surgery can restore vision and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses at the same time. Three new intraocular lenses were recently FDA approved - the Panoptix Pro IOL, the Envista Envy IOL, and the Odyssey IOL.

Which is best for your vision? Link in bio.

There has never been a better time then now to have laser vision correction with LASIK. Technological advances have led ...
05/03/2025

There has never been a better time then now to have laser vision correction with LASIK. Technological advances have led to improved visual outcomes, faster treatments, easier recovery, and even safer treatments. Book an appointment online and learn more about LASIK advancements in 2025!

Cataract surgery replaces the eye's clouded natural lens with a new intraocular lens (IOL) implant. New IOL technologies...
03/04/2025

Cataract surgery replaces the eye's clouded natural lens with a new intraocular lens (IOL) implant. New IOL technologies like the enVista Envy IOL allow patients to improve vision without needing glasses after cataract surgery. Contact us today to learn more!

Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) can restore vision, reduce or eliminate the need for glasses, and prevent future cataract...
01/04/2025

Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) can restore vision, reduce or eliminate the need for glasses, and prevent future cataract. Schedule a consultation and learn more today!

The ClearView 3 IOL can help improve vision at all distances without the need for glasses. It works particularly well if...
09/14/2024

The ClearView 3 IOL can help improve vision at all distances without the need for glasses. It works particularly well if you already use bifocals and/or reading glasses. Schedule an appointment to see if this technology can improve your eyesight!

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Help Protect YOUR Eyes From the Sun    • Don’t settle for sunglasses with less than 100% UV blocking    • Darker sunglas...
06/01/2024

Help Protect YOUR Eyes From the Sun
• Don’t settle for sunglasses with less than 100% UV blocking
• Darker sunglasses don’t always offer more protection
• Polarized lenses reduce glare, but don’t block UV rays
• Bigger sunglass lenses are better
• Lens color doesn’t matter for UV protection
• Vision correction with EVO ICL blocks UVA and UVB rays
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We love helping our patients see without glasses! Learn more about lens replacement and "Say NO to Reading Glasses"     ...
05/11/2024

We love helping our patients see without glasses! Learn more about lens replacement and "Say NO to Reading Glasses"

Congratulations to our own Dr. Mark Heimmel for being chosen by his peers as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2024.     ...
04/21/2024

Congratulations to our own Dr. Mark Heimmel for being chosen by his peers as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2024.

By age 40 or 45, many of us need reading glasses to bring near vision into focus. Laser lens replacement can offer a per...
03/09/2024

By age 40 or 45, many of us need reading glasses to bring near vision into focus. Laser lens replacement can offer a permanent solution to correct both distance and near vision, and keep us free from glasses.

DEBUNKING COMMON MYTHS: THE TRUTH ABOUT LASIKHead over to our website to find the truth about LASIK vision correction.In...
01/30/2024

DEBUNKING COMMON MYTHS: THE TRUTH ABOUT LASIK

Head over to our website to find the truth about LASIK vision correction.

In recent years, LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) eye surgery has gained immense popularity as a safe and effective method for correcting vision problems. However, amidst the success stories, there are lingering myths and misconceptions that continue to circulate. In this comprehensive blog post, we will delve into the facts and myths surrounding LASIK, separating truth from fiction and providing readers with a clearer understanding of this revolutionary procedure. Understanding LASIK: Before diving into the myths, let's briefly explore what LASIK is and how it works. LASIK is a refractive surgery that aims to correct common vision issues like nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. The procedure involves reshaping the cornea using a laser, allowing light to focus properly onto the retina and thereby improving vision.

We love using the latest technology to improve laser vision correction. Book an appointment now from our website eyedocs...
12/24/2023

We love using the latest technology to improve laser vision correction. Book an appointment now from our website eyedocsnj.com to uplevel your vision.

Advanced Laser Systems: Early laser vision correction procedures utilized excimer lasers, which were groundbreaking at the time but had some limitations. Today, modern lasers, such as the femtosecond laser, have revolutionized the field. These lasers offer improved accuracy, speed, and safety. Femtosecond lasers are used to create precise corneal incisions, making LASIK and PRK even more effective.

Customized Treatments: Wavefront-guided and topography-guided LASIK are two advanced technologies that enable personalized treatments. Wavefront technology creates a detailed map of the eye, allowing the surgeon to address individual aberrations, providing a more accurate correction of visual errors, including higher-order aberrations that were previously challenging to correct.

Eye Tracking Systems: Modern systems use advanced eye-tracking technology to monitor the eye's position and adjust the laser in real-time to compensate for any movement. This ensures the laser remains precisely focused on the target area, increasing the accuracy and safety of the procedure.

Reduced Recovery Times: Technology has led to faster recovery times. Patients can often resume their normal activities within a day or two, and discomfort is minimal.

Enhanced Safety: Technological advancements have significantly improved the safety of laser vision correction. Customized treatments and the use of femtosecond lasers reduce the risk of complications and side effects.

Improved Patient Outcomes: The combination of all these technological advancements has translated into better patient outcomes. Laser vision correction has a high success rate, with many patients achieving 20/20 vision or better.

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300B Princeton Hightstown Rd, Ste 207
East Windsor, NJ
08520

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Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+16097563900

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