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Dear Sir, does laser correct both near and far sight. I wear glasses both for short and long distance.What i'm asking is, will laser correct both. Also would like to know the cost and is there a difference in the quality of the physician.

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Most people want the best possible distance vision after LASIK surgery. Most people over forty will need glasses to read after LASIK. Costs tend to be around $2000-2500 per eye. Look for a surgeon that evaluates you with an Orbscan not just a topographer.

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I am considering to have my nearsightedness corrected. I have an eye prescription of 7.5 and 7.0. A doctor I recently consulted recommended for me to have a 'Monovision'. He mentioned that this will not only help me see things from far away but will also help me read or see things clearly without the use of reading glasses. I am only 34 years old and wondering if I really need to have my eyes corrected for farsightedness (which I don't have). He said the I wont see the benefit of the 'Monovision' until I am in my 40s. a) Do I need 'Monovision' at this age? b) I mostly used computer at my job. Is staring at the computer screen will make my eyes go bad to where it used to be, after I had my surgery?

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The computer will not change your eyes or your vision. Monovision is usually only an option for people over 40, that would require reading glasses. If you wish to have a complimentary consultation please contact Pam, our laser vision coordinator, at 1-800-824-1073.

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I am 27 and have been wearing contacts since the sixth grade.Recently an optometrist told me that my eyes were very dry and that i shouldn't wear contacts. if my eyes are really dry will this make me a bad candidate for lasik surgery? and woud my eyes heal o.k.?

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The main consideration is that your dry eye condition would need to be treated effectively before wearing contacts or have the laser procedure. We have many diverse treatments for dry eye conditions. Please schedule an appointment at our office and we will review this further. To make an appointment please call 714-879-7372. Sincerely, John Zdral, M.D.

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I am 29 years old. I have a slight underbite and a bad crossbite. I do NOT want oral surgery. My ortho wants to "expand" my palate. I would be happy if my top front teeth overlapped my bottom slightly (right now they are basically set on edge and when I relax my jaw they drift to a place where they are totally "crossed and set on edge" which is very uncomfortable and is driving me nuts. I don't need a movie star smile - I would be happy if my teeth rested comfortably in my mouth. It seems like if my upper jaw was 1 millimeter forward this would be the case. I understand that jaw bones are no longer growing in an adult. If my ortho thinks he can "expand" my upper jaw (to correct my crossbite) isn't he moving or "stretching" my hardened bones? Is this possible? If it is possible, then it seems to me that "stretching" my upperjaw would be possible as well. I understand that you can't really make an evaluation without "seeing" my particular case. However, could you please answer this question to the best of your knowledge: Can bone be minutely "stretched" or "moved" in an adult jaw? I am fairly confident that one millimeter (maybe even slightly less) would be enough to improve my bite and my comfort level drastically. Also: I am very embarassed about getting braces . . . can braces be applied to the back of my front teeth during the treatment? Please let me know what you think. Thanks. - seeking a second opinion in Chicago.

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Bones cannot be moved in adults without surgery. In some cases, teeth can be extracted to compensate for skeletal discrepancies. Ask your Orthodontist if you are a candidate for lingual braces.

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How do I find out how reputable the eye doctor I have selected is? Or what his success rate is?

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Dear Keely, THe best way is word of mouth from happy patients. Also, the State Licensing Board can tell you if there have been any official complaints by patients- but then again, if your doctor does very little surgery, then he/she could still have a good record. The "success rate" is difficult to determine- if you trust the doctor, then just ask him/her. Sincerely, Alexandra Chebil M.D.

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My Father who is 67 years old, recently had corneal transplant surgery. Myself (38) and my older brother (40) have been disagnosed with the same condition...corneal guttata. Can you give me more information on this disease? My brother and I both experience very blurred vision early in the morning and late at night with much sensitivity to light. The eye doctors we have seen have basically told us there is no option for us other than transplant surgery, which they obviously don't reccommend at our age. After seeing what our Father has gone through with his transplant, with infections and not much improvement in his vision that option looks pretty bleak to us unless the future holds more technology that could help our condition. I noticed on one of your "Ask A doc" message boards that a doctor responded stating that there were some eye drops and ointments available that were helpful? I have used Muro128 in the past, but it didn't seem to help much. Is there something else that we could inquire about?

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Dear Marie, I'm afraid you need to re-direct your questions to a "corneal specialist". I personnaly do only "laser vision correction". Sincerely, Dr. Alexandra Chebil, M.D.

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recently i had to have an operation to close a hole in my retina that was leaking fluid, can you please explain to me what causes this to happen ?? and could my previous cataract surgery could have caused this? Could this somehow have been caused by a mistake made during that surgery leading to the hole that was not there before. please take time to awnser my question as i am quite worried about this. thank you, MARY

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Dear Mary, I'm afraid you would need to re-direct your question to a "retinal Specialist". I personnally do only "laser vision correction". Sincerely, Dr. Alexandra Chebil M.D.

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i was just wondering i have what is called an "imaculate puck" smack in the middle on my left eye... i was wondering if i could get that fix or get it remove so i can see better???

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I believe you are referring to a thin membrane over the surface of the retina. There is a surgery that can remove the membrane, and this is typically done by a retinal specialist. I would advise you to have an examination by the nearest retinal surgeon in your area.

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Hello. I broke my big toe about 15 years ago and the first joint (i.e, closest to the tip/toe nail) doesn't bend very well (hardly at all). It doesn't really hurt, but it has affected the way that I walk. I was wondering if there is a way to make it bend again? Surgery? Therapy? Injecting it with novacaine and bend it by hand?! Any suggestions about getting it to bend (or leaving well enough alone) would be appreciated. Thanks!

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An orthopedist or podiatrist would best be able to answer this question.

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any new improvements on lasek surgery? I was told 4 yrs ago that my eyes were to conical for surgery and that I have macular degeneration. I have worn glasses and contact lenses since I was 6 yrs. I'm now 43.

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Dear Lisa, As you probably know, laser vision correctioncan only improve the "optics" of your eyes. So if your vision is still bad because of macular degeneration laser cannot help. We can now correct for astigmatism, which is the "conical shape" of your eyes. I suggest a re-evaluation to see if you can be treated. Sincerely, Dr. Alexandra Chebil M.D. The Lasik Center Irvine CA (800)841-3717

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I have had the necessary tests for the Lasik procedure. My eyes checked out just fine and was told that I was a prime candidate for the surgery. The Doctor said that because I already have problems with night glare, she felt I shouldn't have the surgery. Yet, I know of others with night glare problems that have had the procedure. Should I seek a second opinion?

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Dear Mary Jo, I would recommend a second opinion. The problem of night glare after Lasik is very low. Sincerely, Alexandar Chebil M.D. The Lasik Center 800-841-3717

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For a research paper in my college class I have decided to view breast implants. This report will not be published. I was interested in asking some questions on the clients usual experiences. I was wondering if the implants made the women feel better about themselves. What reasons do women usually give for getting breast implants? How does it affect the women emotionally after they have the surgery? Does it affect their self esteem? I would greatly appreciate you getting back to me on the subject as soon as possible. Thank you, Kate

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yOU REQUEST A LONG ANSWER. i RECOMMEND THAT YOU CHECK OUR SOCIETY WEBSITE FOR THE ANSWERS TO MANY OF YOUR QUESTIONS @WWW.PLASTICSURGERY.ORG. I can tell you that almost all women find not only emotional but cosmetic fulfillment with the surgery. Otherwise they would not have undergone the procedure. Thanks for your interest.

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