13 Benefits you can Get from LASIK

13 Benefits you can Get from LASIK

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For the past 13 years, Shinagawa has worked its way to be the top LASIK provider in the Philippines.

LASIK remains to be the most popular laser eye surgery to correct vision.

With that, here are 13 benefits that LASIK can give:

Bright vision

Laser vision correction surgery is an effective way to improve poor eyesight characterized as farsightedness, nearsightedness and / or astigmatism. A strong majority of LASIK patients achieve 20/20 vision or better following conventional laser eye surgery.

Goodbye eyeglasses and contact lenses

LASIK can end all your agony and hassles with eyeglasses and contact lenses as you won’t need it anymore!

Long-lasting visual results

You can expect your LASIK results to be permanent. Aside from the impact that the natural aging process, external trauma or a certain illness can have on your vision, your improved eyesight should last a lifetime.

Fast results and a quick recovery period

You should notice an improvement in your vision within 24 to 48 hours after LASIK. Generally, patients can return to work or their usual activities at this time. Imagine: You could have almost-perfect, if not perfect, vision within one day of having LASIK!

Saves you lots of money in the long run

LASIK can also save you money, as you can put the cost of glasses and contact lenses back in your pocket.

Corrects all types of refractive errors

Whether you have nearsightedness (Myopia), farsightedness (Hyperopia), or astigmatism, LASIK can correct all of them effectively!

Enhanced Sports and Recreational Freedom

Aside from playing sports with freedom from the limitations that come with contacts and glasses, you can also enjoy your activities more while performing at a higher level.

Safety

LASIK is one of the safest eye procedures that you can undergo. Considering the surgery is the best solution to restoring your vision permanently, you should not have any fears. The procedure also does not involve stitches and bandages and so your cornea will heal naturally.

Confidence Booster

Many patients report experiencing an immediate boost in their self-confidence after LASIK and enjoy the added comfort and confidence the treatment provides.

Short, quick procedure

LASIK only lasts around 10 minutes, more or less, for both eyes already! It’s that fast!

Painless

Aside from feeling just a little bit uncomfortable, LASIK is proven to be painless!

High success rate

LASIK laser eye surgery is a very effective surgery, with more than 98% of patients, shows concensus medical studies worldwide, attaining 20/20 vision or even better!

Better quality of life

As your vision gets better and brighter, so is your life. You’ll be able to have and live a better quality of life by having LASIK as it makes everything easier.

If you are intrigued by the many benefits that LASIK offers, it is time to discover what this magical procedure can do for you.

For inquiries, questions, and appointments, call our Patient Care Lines: 

📱 (+63) 917 862 7454

📱 (+63) 921 217 0517

📞 (+632) 7-368 5238

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Preventing Skin Irritations at the Gym

Preventing Skin Irritations at the Gym

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Gym rats are totally committed in sweating it out on most days.

Exercising is a big part of health and being healthy positively affects your complexion. However, there are dermatologic pitfalls of going to the gym, and we’re not just talking about sprained muscles. Here are some infections that you may encounter at your exercise facility:

Athlete’s Foot and Jock Itch

These infections can cause rashes or scaly, blistered skin that peels. They can be caused by fungi that grows in gym items such as, wet floors and damp towels. Usually, over-the-counter treatments work well, but make an appointment immediately if it’s not gone within a few weeks. You might need prescription medication to get the job done.

Hot-Tub Rash

This infection is due to the bacterium Psuedomonas aeruginosa, which is found in hot tubs if chlorine is too low. Hot-tub rash appears as an itchy rash around hair follicles, and it usually clears up in a few days without needing treatment. If the problem persists, make an appointment so we can help with prescription ointment or medication.

Impetigo

Warning: Impetigo is highly contagious! It’s caused by staph or strep bacteria that makes its way into your body through open areas like a cut or bug bite. It can be transmitted through towels, equipment or skin-on-skin contact. It appears as a red sore filled with pus that opens easily. You should make an appointment as soon as you recognize the problem as you’ll need a prescription cream or oral antibiotic to conquer this infection.

Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts can be avoided by wearing flip flops in the locker room and shower. You may be able to treat plantar warts at home with over-the-counter products, but if that doesn’t work, make an appointment!

Staph Infections and MRSA

Studies have shown that a third of people carry staph bacteria and two percent possess MRSA. At first, it might look like an insect bite. If you think you may have this terrible infection, make an appointment immediately! If left untreated, MRSA can turn into sepsis, which can be fatal.

You can stay safe by taking the following precautions:

Protect your skin

Keep open wounds bandaged and always wear flip flops or shower shoes.

Don’t use the gym mats

A lot of gyms rely on class participants to clean their own equipment, but that’s not always a safe bet. It’s best to bring your own!

Do your laundry

Wash and dry your gym gear at the hottest temperature that you can to kill the bacteria.

Don’t share

Ignore what you learned in elementary school. Sharing is not caring at the gym. It’s a way to spread bacteria through towels and more.

Use common sense

By taking care of your hygiene and showering after exercising, you can help avoid these infections.

For the best skin care tips, see our expert dermatologists!

Call our Patient Care Lines: (+632) 7-368 5238 l (+63) 917 862 7454 l (+63) 921 217 0517 for inquiries, questions, and appointments or talk to our consultants via LiveChat at https://shinagawa.ph so we can address and answer them for you.

13 Signs That Indicate Its Time For LASIK

13 Signs That Indicate It’s Time For LASIK

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Sometimes, you just can’t ignore the signs, especially if they’re overwhelming.

That goes for your blurry vision, too! Probably, the signs you’re looking for to have LASIK may already be overwhelming.

Here are 13 signs you already need to have LASIK:

Everything else is already difficult because of your blurry vision

When you feel like your blurry vision holds everything back in your daily life, it’s time to end the agony.

You can barely recognize people

Near or far, if you’re having a hard time recognizing people, which is common for those with poor eyesight, your vision needs some work.

Waking up in the morning without seeing anything is unbearable already

Seeing blurriness upon waking up isn’t exactly the best way to start the day, isn’t it?

The hassles of wearing eyeglasses and contact lenses are too much already

Specs and contacts aren’t exactly convenient when worn for a long period of time. It’s probably time to get rid of them.

You can’t understand street signs

Even as a driver or as a pedestrian, understanding street signs is important for safety. If you can’t already, it presents some danger one way or another.

Almost all of your family and friends have had LASIK already

If lots of your family and friends have had LASIK already, there’s a good reason for that. Don’t be left out.

You can’t enjoy your trips and vacations anymore

Travelling and being on a vacation are some of the best things in life but are you enjoying them fully with blurry vision?

You’re having a hard time swimming with glasses or contacts

Of course you hate swimming with glasses or contacts! You can actually get rid of them with LASIK to enjoy the beach more!

You can’t perform up to par in sports

If you’re sporty and have an active lifestyle, for sure you’d want to be at your best when you compete. That would only be possible with a bright vision.

You’re struggling with your work

Poor eyesight can surely affect your performance at work. If it interferes with how you do, then obviously, you can’t keep that up.

You’re being encouraged every now and then to have LASIK

If the closest people to you are encouraging you to have LASIK, that’s because they know why it’ll be good for you.

You’re having difficulties in driving, especially at night

Safe driving is essential to avoid accidents and danger. If driving is already too difficult for you because of your vision, it’s time to be safe by achieving brighter vision.

You just can’t live with blurry vision anymore

There comes a point when enough is enough. If you’ve reached that point already with your blurry vision, it is indeed time to have LASIK.

If the signs are all there, follow them and have LASIK once and for all. You’ll understand why those signs are there in the first place.

For inquiries, questions, and appointments, call our Patient Care Lines: 

📱 (+63) 917 862 7454

📱 (+63) 921 217 0517

📞 (+632) 7-368 5238

🖥 Talk to our Consultants via Livechat: https://shinagawa.ph/

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PJ Magyani: Travelling A Thousand Miles for LASIK

PJ Magyani: Travelling A Thousand Miles for LASIK & Health

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Some people really go home just to have their LASIK done and health checked at Shinagawa.

Already based in Canada, PJ Magyani, an IT Practitioner and Influencer, travelled thousands of miles to have his LASIK in the country’s top provider.

“Sobrang laking help talaga for me having LASIK. It’s really my plan to go home and have it done at Shinagawa!” bared PJ.

He made it a point to have LASIK first before his side trips in Japan and other tourist hotspots.

“Also happy I was able to enjoy my vacation trips much more after LASIK. It’s the best! I’m all good now with my vision as it will also help me with my profession (IT practitioner).”

From his then eye grade of 250, he now enjoy a beyond perfect vision of 20/10!

At the same time, PJ fully maximized the Shinagawa experience as he also had his abdominal ultrasound at the newly opened Diagnostic & Preventive Care center. He was likewise satisfied.

“It’s good to have this kind of test (abdominal ultrasound) to know how healthy I am. I was able to know how my abdomen is, may mga nalaman na need pala which is good,” described PJ. “It was really good! The facilities are advanced and comfortable.”

If you’re an OFW or a foreigner going to the Philippines, you might want to consider having your LASIK and your overall health checked with us! Schedule a screening!

For inquiries, questions, and appointments, call our Patient Care Lines: 

📱 (+63) 917 862 7454

📱 (+63) 921 217 0517

📞 (+632) 7-368 5238

 

🖥 Talk to our Consultants via Livechat: https://shinagawa.ph/

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Best Habits to Prevent Wrinkles

Best Habits to Prevent Wrinkles

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We share with you some of the best ways to achieve healthier skin, combat wrinkles and ultimately feel more confident as we enter the second half of the year.

Sleep

Have you ever had someone say, “You look tired”? That’s because when you don’t get enough sleep, it is written all over your face. You’ll have bags under your eyes and your skin will look discolored. Try to get at least seven hours of sleep every night to combat the strain that lack of sleep can cause you and your skin.

And before bed, make sure that you are always taking off your makeup, washing your face and moisturizing your skin. Not only will this help your skin, but it will help you unwind and feel refreshed right before you crawl under the covers for a long night’s sleep.

Hydrate

In almost every single blog we’ve written about caring for your skin, there is always some mention of hydrating. That’s because, on average, over half of our bodies are made up of water. Not only is water critical for our survival, but it is critical for the health of our skin, too.

While there are a few different ways to calculate the right amount of water you need to consume based on your age, height and weight (like with this Daily Water Calculator) a good rule of thumb is to strive to drink at least eight glasses of water a day. The more water you drink, the more likely your skin will start to reap the benefits and ultimately look and feel firmer and healthier.

Eat well

One of the best ways to combat wrinkles or unhealthy skin is to work from the inside out. What we put into our bodies shows on the outside. When we fill ourselves up with junk food every single day, we’ll start to see our unhealthy habits show up in the form of acne, oily skin and bloating.

However, when we start to change our eating habits and stick to foods that are rich in antioxidants, such as leafy greens, vegetables, berries, nuts and avocados, you’ll begin to see a change in the look and feel of your skin. It will even help improve your overall mood and energy level. 

Natural Fillers

One option that Shinagawa Aesthetics offers in terms of wrinkle prevention are Dermal Fillers. These natural fillers are made with hyaluronic acid (HA), a natural substance in the skin that delivers nutrients, helps the skin retain moisture and softness and adds volume.

The treatments we offer are instant, look natural, last long, are nonsurgical and can be performed right here in our clinic.

If you’re struggling to achieve healthier, wrinkle-free skin, schedule an appointment with one of our board-certified dermatologists. They will be able to look at your skin, review your current skincare routine and make recommendations to help you look and feel better than ever.

Call our Patient Care Lines: (+632) 7-368 5238 l (+63) 917 862 7454 l (+63) 921 217 0517 for inquiries, questions, and appointments or talk to our consultants via LiveChat at https://shinagawa.ph so we can address and answer them for you.