November 2023

Giving the Gift of Sight this Holiday Season

November 30, 2023/0 Comments/in Eye Care/by Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics

Can you believe it’s actually December already? Neither could we! It seemed like 2023 came by so quickly.

Since December is here, that means it’s the holiday season and for sure, you’re thinking about the best possible gift you can give people around you.

This year as you think about unique Christmas gifts for a loved one, don’t limit yourself to items that come from a store.

In fact, one of the best holiday wish list ideas and best last-minute Christmas gifts is clear vision! So this year, why not give a loved one the gift of LASIK!

Here are some reasons to consider it:

It’s something that will positively affect them for the rest of their lives.

There are few gifts you can give that will be used every single day and will benefit your recipient every day too. But LASIK is truly a gift that keeps on giving. Whether it’s for your very athletic spouse who has been wanting great vision without the hassle of contacts and glasses, or for your best friend who seems to have everything (except good eyesight), laser eye surgery will improve their quality of life from here forward.

It’s one of the most unique and memorable gifts you can give.

It can be challenging to find unique Christmas gifts for your wife, husband or other loved one, especially when you’ve known them for a long time. Pots and pans? Did that. Clothing? Did that. A massage? Did that, also. But laser eye surgery? There are few people who can say they’ve given – or received – that as a holiday gift! You’ll not only surprise the recipient of your gift, but you’ll also show them how much you care about them and their wellbeing. And you can be sure they won’t forget this gift anytime soon!

It’s more affordable now than ever.

The thought of giving LASIK as a gift might have been crazy some time ago, but it’s become increasingly affordable over the years. Although still an investment, there are many people who can pay for LASIK in cash today. And for those who can’t, there are many financing options available.

Depending on your loved one’s eye health, vision and additional factors, they may benefit from one of several types of LASIK. The best bet is to encourage them to get a consultation and surprise them with the gift of paying for it once they have the logistics worked out. Or, if the cost will prevent them from wanting to go through with a consultation, you can always tell them your gift early.

Either way, it’s sure to make for a fun and surprising present to remember!

You can contact us to schedule an appointment for them any time.

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April Tuazon Navarro Finally Finds Clarity

November 25, 2023/0 Comments/in LASIK/by Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics

Is everything unclear? We can help you find the clarity you need.

We’ve made April Tuazon Navarro’s life as a casino dealer much easier after giving her bright vision after LASIK.

“Thank you, Shinagawa! Naging malinaw na po lahat ng malabo.“

Clarity is upon you. Schedule your LASIK Screening now!

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Does Sunscreen Prevent Tanning?

November 23, 2023/0 Comments/in Aesthetics/by Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics

There’s no better feeling than coming off the beach after a day spent basking in the sun. Your hair has that natural beach wave to it and your skin is sun kissed. The tan you get after a day in the sun is like none other.

That is, until that tan turns into a sunburn and that sunburn turns into permanent skin damage. Yikes. Tanning isn’t all that it’s made out to be. Tanning can seriously damage your skin, which is why it’s so important to put on sunscreen every single day.

But how much sunscreen should you apply? And does sunscreen prevent tanning? In order to keep your skin healthy and glowing, it’s important to know how sunscreen works and how it affects your ability to tan.

Sunscreen works like a shield for your skin. It blocks out UV rays before they can reach your skin. Wearing sunscreen is the best way to protect your skin from sunburn and skin cancer, as well as skin aging and wrinkles that can also come from sun exposure.

But while sunscreen does a great job protecting your skin from harmful UV rays, it also affects your ability to tan. Sunscreen protects your skin, but you can still achieve a tan to some degree. It just won’t be as dark as if you didn’t wear any sunscreen. However, it should be more a concern that you’re protecting your skin from harmful UV rays than it is that you’re getting bronzed. You can still achieve that sun kissed look, while still protecting you from sun damage.

So, does sunscreen prevent you from tanning? Essentially, the answer is yes. But if you’re asking “does sunscreen prevent tanning at all?” The answer is no. That’s because it doesn’t protect you 100%. Sunscreen acts like a shield for your skin, but that doesn’t mean it’s impenetrable. UV rays can still reach your skin and cause a tan, even when you’re wearing plenty of sunscreen.

In order for your skin to be effectively protected from UV rays, you have to apply your sunscreen correctly, reapply it often, and wear a high enough SPF. Even SPF 100 only blocks 99% of UVB rays. So basically, it’s virtually impossible to achieve total and complete protection from the sun. There’s always a risk of sun exposure, which is why putting on sunscreen every day is so important.

Any amount of tan is technically considered sun damage, so the goal of sunscreen is to actually prevent you from getting a tan. Fortunately, there are other ways to achieve that golden glow that don’t involve damaging your skin.

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All About Retinal Tear

November 22, 2023/0 Comments/in Eye Care/by Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics

Do you know how do you see the objects in front of you? Your retina generates your vision by passing on visual information to your brain via the optical nerve. The retina is a thin layer of tissue near the optic nerve connected to the inside of the eyes.

But sometimes, tears can be formed inside the retina, known as retinal tears. This scenario is risky as it can lead to a torn or detached retina and eventually vision loss.

Let’s tackle the causes of a retinal tear, its risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

WHAT CAUSES RETINAL TEAR?

A retinal tear is an age-related issue. At birth, a substance similar to the consistency of the clear gel is attached to the retina. This substance is known as vitreous. It also fills the back cavity of the eye, with age vitreous starts to separate from the retina. This phenomenon is called posterior vitreous detachment (PVD).

But in some people, vitreous is stickier. Therefore while separating from the retina, it pulls hard and causes it to tear. You might suddenly see light flashes or floaters. When blood gets leaked into the vitreous, it is called a vitreous hemorrhage. It raises the risk of vision loss. In rare cases, eye injury is also responsible for a retinal tear.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH RETINAL TEAR?

Although retinal tear occurs due to aging, the following conditions put you at a higher risk of developing it.

Being active in contact sports such as boxing.
History of cataracts or any other type of interocular surgery.
Nearsightedness or myopia.
Family history of retinal detachment or tear.
Eye injury or trauma.
Thinning of certain areas in the retina, also known as lattice degeneration.
Retinal tear or torn retina in one eye (it can also happen in fellow eye).
Intake of certain glaucoma medications makes the pupil small.

WHAT ARE THE MOST PROMINENT RETINAL TEAR SYMPTOMS?

If not treated promptly, a retinal tear can quickly progress to a detached retina. Therefore watch out for the following retinal tear symptoms:

The appearance of floaters and light flashes are primary signs of retinal tear. You should act quickly if you notice a sudden surge in their numbers and occurrence.
Seeing a shadow in your peripheral vision.
Hazy vision, decrease in vision, or trouble in focusing.
Sudden headache.
The appearance of a slowly moving grey curtain across your sight.

HOW IS RETINAL TEAR DIAGNOSED?

A retinal tear can be diagnosed through various types of comprehensive eye exams as there are hardly any visible signs from the outside. Your pupils can be dilated using eye drops to examine your eye from inside. Afterward, a binocular is used to check your eyes in a three-dimensional view.

Sometimes a slit lamp is also used to check the inside of your eyes in bright light. Pigments of blood cells can be visible through the illumination and magnification of your eye provided by the slit lamp. Eye check-up via an ultrasound device is required In case of dense bleeding inside the eye.

WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS FOR RETINAL TEAR TREATMENT?

There are 2 types of procedures to prevent the detachment of the retina. Your eye doctor will either do a freezing treatment or a laser retinal tear surgery. Both processes are usually performed in your eye doctor’s clinic only and involve minimal or no discomfort at all.

Freezing Treatment (cryopexy)

As the name suggests, freezing treatment freezes your retina surrounding the retinal tear. In this way, the retina gets secured to the eyewall and is prevented from getting detached.

Laser Surgery (Photocoagulation)

During retina laser surgery, minor burns are made around the retinal tear with the help of a laser. This scarring seals the retina to the underlying tissue. There are negligible chances of a torn retina after this surgery.

Recovery from retinal tear surgery comes in a couple of weeks. But the healing period may vary according to individual health conditions.

There is a possibility that your retinal tear won’t show any symptoms till it’s too late. Therefore the best way to avoid retinal tear resulting in a torn retina is to take care of your eyes and get them examined regularly.

A Comprehensive Eye Screening can detect the retinal tear and save your retina from getting detached. The possibility of vision impairment is all the more reason to act upon treating a retinal tear quickly.

Book your appointment today!

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