Why Is Acne Worse In The Summer?
Summer is just around the corner. Do you know that acne seems to be worse during the summer? When you’re looking all summertime fine in your favorite hot-weather attire, the last thing you want to do is worry about body breakouts and blemishes. Unfortunately, when the temperatures rise, pimples start popping up even more. It’s […]
Oisin Lane Achieves Brighter Vision Through RLE
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) can likewise do wonders for one’s vision. Even with a birth defect in his eyes, Oisin Lane was still able to achieve bright vision with the power of RLE. “I had Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) surgery at Shinagawa and it has been a life-changing experience,” said Oisin. “My vision is almost […]
What To Look For In Sunglasses For Eye Protection
At Shinagawa, our eye doctors want to help you protect your vision and eye health for years to come following your corrective surgeries. That includes wearing the right protection from harmful UV rays, especially given the fact that we live in a country where the sun is constant. Here’s what you need to look for […]
Treat Dark Circles By Eating These Fruits And Vegetables
The skin around the eyes is the thinnest part of our body. A lot of factors like lack of sleep, an imbalanced diet, and even consumption of alcohol can lead to dark circles around the eyes. From eating Vitamin-rich foods to moisturizing regularly, there are a lot of ways you can try to treat dark […]
Satisfaction Beyond Expectations For Mommy Monica
Sometimes LASIK can surprise patients, too. Monica Mercado, a mother who struggled with poor vision, was amused that her LASIK at Shinagawa far exceeded her expectations. “LASIK gave me 20/16 vision, and it’s more than what I asked for!” said Monica, talking about her beyond-perfect vision. She then shared how much of a challenge having […]
Here’s Why You Should Consider Having LASIK
There’s a reason why millions of people have chosen to pursue refractive surgery (surgical procedures that correct common vision problems) versus the more conventional means of correcting vision, like glasses or contact lenses. Upon first becoming widely available, people were blown away by the possibility of getting rid of their glasses with help from a […]
Types Of Scars
Ideal scarring is minimal and light, but scars can take a variety of forms. Here are the different forms of scars: Atrophic scars: These indented scars, as acne or chickenpox, happen when the skin can’t regenerate enough collagen to replace the original tissue. Hypertrophic scars: These scars are thick, raised, and often reddish, appearing within […]
How Long Does LASIK Last?
LASIK surgery is designed to permanently reshape the cornea permanently. This means that, once you’ve undergone this life-changing procedure, you might not have to wear glasses or contact lenses in the decades to come. LASIK can help with a variety of refractive errors such as nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. Vision change: A common […]
Considering Laser Hair Removal?
Warm weather means sunshine, swimsuits, shorts — and so much shaving! If you dread warm weather because of the additional skin exposure, Laser Hair Removal is a good option to consider; it can greatly reduce your grooming demands. Let us first cover everything you need to know about Laser Hair Removal. 1. How does it […]
LASIK Gives Winwyn Another Win
Having LASIK was another big win for Winwyn Marquez. The beauty queen was game in sharing one of the best wins and decisions of her life. “I had LASIK because I can no longer go on with having to wear contact lenses or eyeglasses most of the time. I was really having a hard time […]
