Top Cataract Questions Answered
Posted On November 2, 2019
If you’ve ever listened to or been a part of conversations about aging and eyesight, you’ve probably heard the word “cataracts”. They are a common eye condition to have as…
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Cataract Causes and Treatment
Posted On October 31, 2018
For Americans over the age of 40, cataracts are the most common cause of blindness. According to Prevent Blindness America, there are more cases of cataracts worldwide than there are…
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How Smoking Hurts Your Eyes
Posted On May 5, 2017
Cigarette smoke is extremely toxic, containing as many as 4,000 active compounds, including tar, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and heavy metals. The percentage of adults who smoke has…
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Diabetes and Eyes
Posted On March 29, 2017
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness in adults. Diabetes is a complex metabolic disease in which your body can’t produce insulin, doesn’t produce enough insulin, or simply…
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Are you at risk for cataracts?
Posted On July 7, 2016
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness, so understanding the risk factors can help protect your vision. Some factors, like age and family history, can’t be controlled. However,…
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Cataracts? Know Your Options
Posted On May 18, 2016
When it comes to your health, it’s important to work with your doctor to find the best treatment options available. Understanding your cataracts, and your treatment options, is something you…
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What is the Difference Between Traditional and Laser Cataract Surgery?
Posted On April 6, 2016
Cataracts are a visual impairment in which the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, resulting in blurry vision. Surgeries performed to correct cataract changes involve implanting artificial lenses to replace…
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Top Three Myths About LASIK Eye Surgery
Posted On April 6, 2016
LASIK is a surgical procedure that uses a laser to correct common vision problems including nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Since 1987, over 35 million surgeries have been performed with overwhelming…
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    I couldn't recommend a better doctor, a better facility, and I'm so glad I did it.
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    "I could not have asked for a better experience at Piedmont Eye Center. From my very first visit, the staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in me."
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    "I wish I would have done it many years ago now."
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    Bryan Mitchell / ANALYST
    "My vision was the best it had been since I was a teen. I had my LASIK surgery performed almost 2 years ago, and it is as good today as it was then."
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    "They ensured that the entire process from preliminary appointments to follow up visits went seamlessly – the perfect team that gave me perfect vision."
  • Charles / RETIRED COMMANDER , UNITED STATES NAVY
    "All and all, this has been a very pleasant and beneficial period for me. I recommend it highly for anyone in a similar situation.'
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    "I feel almost like a new person It’s a wonderful feeling to wake up in the morning and be able to actually see across the room without fumbling for my glasses. "
  • Frances / RETIRED
    "Dr. Ceballos has always been very positive, clarifying everything medically, never leaving me in doubt and has always made me feel special and important."
  • Guy / RETIRED
    "The procedure was painless, and now I’m happy to say I only wear glasses to read. I have 20/20 vision in my left eye and 20/25 in my right. "
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    Janice Bloom / ADMISSIONS DATABASE & COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
    "Dr. Bowers and his staff treated me with the utmost in professional care, making sure I was comfortable throughout the entire process."
  • Barbara / RETIRED
    "The procedure was pain free and I am so pleased with the results. It was money well spent and it is unbelievable how clear and colorful everything is. I want to tell Dr. Bowers and his staff how grateful I am."
  • Jerome / RETIRED
    "Doctor Vogel has treated me professionally as has his staff. They have been caring and have answered my questions to my satisfaction."
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    Jon Dupin / PASTOR
    "LASIK is not just a medical advancement to me; it’s a miracle"
  • Josh Brewer / HUMANITARIAN AID
    "Because of Dr. Bowers and his team at Piedmont Eye Center, my everyday life is now a whole lot easier. "
  • Judy Bowman / MISSIONARY
    "My experience of having Laser Vision Correction was fantastic. Dr. Bowers and all his staff are so knowledgeable and professional, yet very personal, warm, caring, and friendly."
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    Lucy /
    "Dr. Bowers and his team were very comforting. The next morning, I opened my eyes and was able to see the alarm clock across the room, which I was never able to see before. It was a miracle!"
  • Martha Ann / GRANDMOTHER
    "It is a wonderful feeling to have no RX lenses. I want to thank Dr. Bowers and the Surgery Center for the freedom I feel.”
  • Monica Shelton / Featured Patient
    "Everyone told me what they were going to be doing to me and what to expect every step of the way. My experience with Piedmont Eye Center and Dr. Bowers and the whole LASIK team was awesome!"
  • Adelia / RETIRED
    "God led me to Dr. Vogel. He is absolutely the most wonderful doctor in the world. Not only is he a great doctor, he is a great ‘people person’. You always feel safe with him."
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    Penny Abbott / Financial Consultant
    "From the great staff who helped me, to the simplicity of setting up my flexible spending account, to my complete satisfaction and enjoyment of having clear sight, this has been an easy process."
  • Sallie Bloom / SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
    "The staff at Piedmont eased my nerves and the procedure was swift and smooth."
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    Sue / CHIROPRACTOR
    "I have always seen the world through glasses or contacts, so the sharpness of vision I have now was never there before."
  • Tim / NATIONAL ENDURO CHAMPION
    “Dr. Bowers not only met my expectations, he surpassed them. I had no idea that vision like this was possible. I no longer struggle in the shadows of a course- everything is clearer.”
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    Troy Doss / ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL AT JEFFERSON FOREST
    "Piedmont Eye Center takes care of the little things to make LASIK a comfortable process."
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