October 15, 2015
Using Your FSA/Flex Spending Account for LASIK in Charlotte Hall and Richmond
Is cost holding you back from getting the clear vision you want and deserve? At Whitten Laser Eye, we help you make LASIK more affordable. We always offer convenient, low interest financing to pay for your procedure over time. But did you know that accounts called Flex...
Virtual Reality Headsets: Toys? Or Future Medical Tools?
July 29, 2015
Probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of virtual reality headsets is their function in the entertainment industry. Virtual reality is the new frontier of the entertainment world, but could there be more to the technology than meets the eye?
Amblyopia, or “lazy eye,” occurs when one of your eyes vision is so weak that your brain fails...
The Danger Diabetes Presents to the Health of your Eyes
July 28, 2015
Diabetes is a growing issue throughout the world, with an estimated 382 million people suffering from it in 2013. If not treated, diabetes can lead to other serious medical complications such as: ischemic heart disease, kidney failure, heart attack, and stroke—but did you know that diabetes can also affect your eyes?
According to the American Optometric...
Southern Maryland - Improve Your Golf Game with Clear Vision…At Any Age!
July 21, 2015
Improve Your Golf Game with Clear Vision…At Any Age!
For those who enjoy golf, whether a beginner or even a pro, it is apparent that clear vision can make a huge difference in your performance. The ability to clearly view the course for long drives to the short and up close putts on the green is vital to a good game. Golf is popular for people of all...
Southern Maryland STAR 98.3 Radio Morning DJs, T-Bone and Heather chose Us!
July 16, 2015
Southern Maryland STAR 98.3 Radio Morning DJs, T-Bone and Heather chose Dr. Mark Whitten for their laser vision correction.
“We chose Dr. Whitten because of his experience and reputation. We trusted him. Right here in Southern Maryland, we have one of the country’s leaders in laser vision correction. After LASIK, our vision is better than ever!”
The...
7 Different Foods That Are Good For Your Eyes
June 24, 2015
Carrots are generally toted as the go-to vegetable for the eyes, but did you know that there are quite a few different foods out there that are said to promote good eye health? In this article we talk about some of these foods and how they can be beneficial to your daily diet.
Orange Vegetables
I’m sure you remember at least one person telling you when...
Common Misconceptions Regarding UV Safety
June 8, 2015
Most people know to protect themselves from Ultraviolet (UV) rays using traditional sunblock because of increasing skin cancer awareness. It is a less common understanding when it comes to the dangers UV radiation poses to your eyes, but like skin cancer awareness, it is becoming a growing concern around the world. It is good to see a raised level of...
Things to Look for when Purchasing New Sunglasses
May 27, 2015
Sunglasses can give you instant James Dean cool or Audrey Hepburn glamour, but they're much more than just a fashion accessory. Sunglasses are an essential tool in safeguarding the health of your eyes. Sunglasses provide critical protection from the sun's damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. Long term exposure to UV rays can damage the surface of your eye as...
Teacher & Student LASIK Discount Available
May 26, 2015
Now here is the way to celebrate the end of the school year: get your vision back in shape this summer, and save money too.
Dr. Mark Whitten is offering a $1,000 discount to teachers and students seeking LASIK laser vision correction this summer. Clip the LASIK Discount Coupon on Dr. Mark Whitten’s webpage and receive your discount.
Dr. Mark Whitten, at...
Healthy Vision Month
May 6, 2015
Taking care of your eyes should be a priority just like eating healthy and exercising regularly. When it comes to our health, we often visit our physician to ensure that our bodies are healthy. But what about when it comes to the health of our eyes? They're not always top of mind, but they're definitely just as important.
During Healthy Vision Month,...
Is Your Vision Sub-Par and You Want to Play with the Masters?
April 29, 2015
Can having LASIK improve your golf game? If you listen to the hundreds of professional golfers who have had the procedure, the answer would be a big YES! Golfers, it seems, have seen a change in their scores after LASIK.
Roughly estimating, one caddie, one spotter, a few thousand spectators, a corps of PGA or USGA officials and a half-dozen television...
Here Comes the LASIK! Vision Correction for the Bride and Groom
April 29, 2015
During spring and summer wedding season, we see many brides and grooms at Whitten Laser Eye. Your wedding day is a major life-changing event, and also a time when people pull out all the stops to make this day as special as possible. And that includes getting LASIK ahead of time. You’ve already chosen the venue and read all the wedding tips about seating...