New Year's Resolution -" Changing the Way You See the World in 2008

By Jacqueline Griffiths, MD

NewView Laser Eye, Inc.

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New Year's Resolution -" Changing the Way You See the World in 2008

Who started this resolution idea anyway? Well, the roots of the New Year's celebration can be traced back to the ancient Babylonians over four thousand years ago. But, back then it took place in March to coincide with the spring planting season. Their view of the world was myopic and New Year's resolutions were simple. Today we have a new view of the world with unlimited dreams and resolutions. 2008 is the year to see what you've been missing. Remember, a resolution is a goal, so plan to live in a progressive world without glasses or contact lenses.

Laser Vision Correction is an outpatient procedure performed by an ophthalmologist that corrects nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. A VISX S4 laser is used to re-contour and shape the surface of the cornea, enabling the eye to focus without glasses or contact lenses. The excimer laser is controlled by a computer and used by an experienced, well-trained, surgeon so precise changes can be made in the shape of the cornea while touching only a small area of corneal tissue.