July 17, 2024
Do you have cataracts that make it challenging to see clearly? Are you tired of blurry, foggy, or impaired vision because of them?It could be time to consider having cataract surgery. However, before you can have cataract surgery, you need to determine what kind of intraocular lens (IOL) you'll have. One IOL worth considering is the…...
Evaluating the Benefits of a Vision Correction Procedure like EVO ICL
June 20, 2024
Do you want better vision without relying on visual aids when you wake up? Many people are tired of the hassle of wearing glasses or contact lenses and are looking for a vision correction solution.However, not everyone is a good candidate for procedures like LASIK or PRK. If you've found out these procedures aren't a good fit for…...
8 Activities You'll Love More After LASIK
May 10, 2024
Do you struggle to enjoy your favorite activities because of your vision? Are you tired of foggy glasses and contact lenses that seem to get in your way no matter what you do?Wearing visual aids may impact your ability to enjoy hobbies and downtime. Glasses can get foggy, and contact lenses can leave your eyes feeling dry or irritated,…...
How Do You Treat Dry Eyes?
April 11, 2024
Have you ever noticed that your eyes feel dry? Dry eyes are a sensation most people deal with occasionally, but what do you do if your dry, itchy eyes don't go away?Sometimes, you might have drier eyes because you're in a new place with less humidity. In other cases, dry eyes could be a symptom of another eye condition.Discoverin…...
Why Cataract Surgery Changes Your Life for the Better
March 27, 2024
Have you struggled with vision issues because of cataracts? If you have cataracts, you know how challenging it can be to perform everyday tasks like driving, reading, or cooking. Cataracts can also make it challenging to enjoy hobbies or watch television.While cataracts may cause adverse side effects, you don't have to live with…...
3 Reasons the EVO ICL Will Give You Better Vision
February 21, 2024
Do you have refractive errors requiring you to use visual aids to see clearly? Having visual problems impacts every aspect of your life.Wearing glasses or contacts can be an excellent solution, but you still have to remember to wear them and make sure you don't lose them, which can be inconvenient. Many people want a more permanent…...
How is Refractive Lens Exchange Different from Other Procedures?
January 23, 2024
Is your eyesight impacting your quality of life? If you have difficulty seeing clearly, you may use contacts or glasses to counteract refractive errors. However, some people have worse eyesight than others, so you may find it challenging to function without visual aids. Also, even if your prescription is less strong, you may still get…...
What is LASIK, and How Does it Work?
December 4, 2023
LASIK, or Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis, is a laser vision correction procedure you've likely heard about before. It's talked about by happy patients who have undergone it, or maybe you've considered the procedure if you rely on glasses or contact lenses to see.But you might have questions about what LASIK is and how…...
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider RLE
November 1, 2023
Do you have severe issues with your vision, such as being significantly farsighted or nearsighted? Are you not a good candidate for other laser vision correction procedures?If so, RLE, or reflective lens exchange, could be the right option for you. RLE, also known as custom lens replacement, can give you the improved vision you want to…...
Whitten Laser Eye and TGR Foundation Celebrate!
August 13, 2019
Join us in Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Tiger Woods’ LASIK Procedure With Dr. Mark Whitten! It’s hard to believe, but this September marks the 20th anniversary of Tiger Woods’ LASIK procedure with Dr. Mark Whitten of Whitten Laser Eye. Tiger’s trust in Dr. Whitten not only resulted in a successful vision outcome, but sparked...
Good Sunglasses Can Prevent Eye Damage
June 27, 2019
By Marc Malouf, MD While a painful, red sunburn immediately tells you that you’ve had too much sun exposure, sun damage to your eyes is usually silent until long after the harm is done. Fortunately, your strongest defense is easy: a well-made pair of sunglasses. The sun is the main source of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, emitting both UVA (long wavelength)...
Now LASIK Can Correct Reading Vision Too!
February 5, 2019
Check out and listen to our very own Dr. Whitten interview with Rick Fowler of Saturday Morning Update on WMAL Radio. Jan 19, 2019. Click Here To Listen! As people begin to turn 40, many of us begin to need reading glasses... even if we have never needed glasses before. We have glasses in every room, and often still can't find them when we...