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When you spend that kind of money on your health, you may wonder – is this tax-deductible? That’s a great question, and we’ll go over all the details in this article.

Can you wear sunglasses with contacts? Do contacts protect your eyes from the sun? Сan you wear contacts at the beach? We'll answer these questions here!

Do you want to make sure you're making the right decision, and are appropriately informed? Let's learn if LASIK eye surgery is safe and possible risks.

After LASIK surgery, it is very important to take care of your eyes. And sunglasses are an indispensable assistant in this.

You may wonder, can I rub my eyes after LASIK? The short answer is NO, it’s important not to disrupt the eyes while they’re healing from LASIK.

Want to change your eye color? Find out in Kraff Eye Institute if you can do this with LASIK in this post.

So, what’s with these itchy eyes? Who wants to walk around with red itchy eyes during summer? Here, we’ll talk about some possible causes and remedies.

Colored contacts are a great way to compliment your look. But can they be worn after LASIK surgery? Let's figure it out right now.

Patients often wonder how soon they will be able to swim after LASIK surgery? Let's find out more in Kraff Eye Institute's new article!

Do you have age-related vision problems and are you thinking about LASIK? Find out if this surgery cures presbyopia in our new article.

LASIK involves permanent corneal reshaping, resulting in an improvement in vision, often for the long term. This article will go over all the details.

Corneal thickness for LASIK must be sufficient to proceed with surgery. In LASIK eye surgery, a thin cornea is not safe. Let's learn more in this post!

Speaking of quality of life, one of the most pressing questions after refractive surgery is, how soon can I drive after LASIK? Let's know about it!

How does looking at a screen affect your eyes after LASIK? Here is some advice on how long after LASIK can you watch TV or use a mobile phone or other devices.

SMILE and LASIK are two possible variants when you consider having refractive surgery. The article contains the main differences between these two techniques.

As you know LASIK and LASEK are similar, what’s the difference between them? This short guide will go over all the details about LASEK vs LASIK.

Do you wonder – what do eye care professionals have to say about LASIK and pregnancy? Kraff Eye Institute will go over all the details in this article.

Dry eye syndrome is a common condition in which dryness of the eyes causes symptoms of ocular discomfort. Let's know dry eye symptoms, causes, and treatments!

Astigmatism is a common type of refractive error. If you’re wondering if you can get LASIK for astigmatism, the doctors at the Kraff Eye Institute can tell here!

An athletes’ eyesight is an important weapon in their arsenal. This is especially true in winter sports like Winter Olympics 2022, where weather conditions are challenging.

When undergoing LASIK, blurry vision after surgery is to be expected. Let's learn if you have blurry vision after LASIK, how long can you expect it to stick around?

LASIK eye surgery is elective surgery, meaning it is optional, and not medically necessary. Insurance for LASIK depends only on your individual insurance plan.

It's important to pay attention to their health during colder months. Read this post and learn tips that will help you mollify potential winter eye problems.

Learn everything about LASIK flap: what it is, how LASIK flap is made, LASIK flap recovery time, and possible complications.

Many patients state LASIK as a life-changing procedure. Here’s a myopia case study featuring a patient from the Kraff Eye Institute.

We’ve put together a PRK case study to help exemplify its powerful results and the patient experience process.

So, you’ve made the decision to have LASIK. Congratulations! Before you start imagining life with a clear vision, check out these 11 ways to prepare before your LASIK procedure.

There are a lot of cheap LASIK advertisements that can be misleading. Everyone loves a sale, but you shouldn’t shop around on something as precious as your vision. Read if cheap LASIK is worth it.

Are you wondering, what is the best age to have LASIK? When it comes to surgery, FDA regulations require patients to be at least 18 years of age. Read more!

There are some different procedures that can help improve vision. All you have to do is decide which one is right: refractive lens exchange or LASIK?

LASIK is one of the most common types of refractive eye surgeries performed today. The thought of having surgery on your eyes is never comforting, though.

Tunnel vision describes a condition where there is peripheral vision loss. It can have a variety of causes and can be temporary or permanent.

Once you’ve got your new vision, the world starts calling. But can you fly after LASIK eye surgery? This article will go over all the details.

Vision therapy has been shown to improve certain conditions involving eye alignment and focusing. Read the post about eye exercises to improve vision!

Eat your carrots, or so we’ve been told. Is there any truth to that, though? Can eyesight be improved naturally? What is the best food for eyesight improvement?

Although glasses and contact lenses are certainly options, pilot laser eye surgery can be an attractive alternative.

Can a firefighter have LASIK? Absolutely, in fact, refractive surgery is perfectly suited to this type of work. Learn about LASIK advantages for firefighters in this article.

While glasses and contact lenses are a common mode of correction for the general population, they’re not optimal for the demands of the military.

One of the most basic requirements for athletes is a clear vision and there are plenty of options to optimize it. Read this post about LASIK for sportsmen!

ICLs are often seen as an alternative to laser-based corneal surgeries, such as LASIK and PRK. Learn the various advantages and disadvantages of ICL from this post!

Police officers have a challenging and dangerous job - they rely on vision more than most which can be corrected in many ways. Learn about LASIK for the police!

Astigmatism is one of those words that gets thrown around the eye doctor’s office like it’s common knowledge. But what exactly is astigmatism?

You grew up not being able to see your alarm clock in the morning. When you got your first pair of glasses, you learned that trees had leaves. Going to class got easier since you no longer had to...

Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) is a type of refractive surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. When choosing to undergo LASIK, one can opt for the standard procedure or...

Did you know that for the tax year 2021, you can use your Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and/or your Health Savings Account (HSA) for LASIK surgery? You can, according to the IRS, which recently...

Keratoconus is a condition that causes progressive thinning of the cornea over time. It tends to onset in a patient’s teens to early twenties and usually stabilizes sometime in their thirties.

Much of our new normal consists of wondering about how COVID-19 spreads and whether you are at risk. Many people have started wondering whether the coronavirus can spread through eyes.

We are happy to announce our reopening. Considering the new normal, we at Kraff Eye Institute take all the preventive measures to provide full safety for our patients.

Amblyopia and strabismus are two different conditions though they are closely related. You probably already know amblyopia as “lazy eye” and strabismus as being “cross-eyed.”

When your vision is impaired, your life changes. That’s why it’s important you have an eye doctor you can trust, and that you get regular eye check-ups. It’s also important to look out for common...

Anyone who works at a computer all day knows that it can be bad for our health. We’ve known for years that staring at a screen all day can cause a host of problems, but have you ever stopped to...

Anyone with refractive issues and vision problems are likely familiar with the advantages and disadvantages of glasses. Wearing corrective lenses all day every day is a nuisance to some, a necessary..

Optic neuropathy is a catch-all term that refers to damage inflicted on the optic nerve in your eye. This is the nerve in the back of the eyeball that transfers visual information from your eye to...

Kraff Eye Institute explains all you need to know about glaucoma. Check the most common glaucoma causes, symptoms, treatment and medication options in this article!

Struggling with your vision and not sure what’s causing it? Let’s explore eye strain, why it happens and what you can expect from this common ailment.

Dry eyes are a serious discomfort for many, sometimes to an extreme degree. It’s a condition usually caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, which means your body isn’t producing enough protective...

Computer eye strain perhaps isn’t something you think about a lot, but once it affects you, it’s hard not to notice.

Here at The Kraff Eye Institute, we offer patients across the Chicago area access to cutting-edge surgery and treatment, including cataract surgery.

For decades, LASIK eye surgery has been transforming lives and restoring vision to people all over the world. Over the years advancements have accelerated, incorporating new wavefront technology...

When you think of laser eye surgery, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? If you’re thinking LASIK, you’re not alone. But there’s another kind of laser eye surgery that was actually...

When was the last time you had an eye exam? Chances are, you are overdue for your next eye test. You may not realize this, but eye exams are also about a lot more than just your vision.