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Doctor of medicine (M.D.) or doctor of osteopathy (D.O.) who is qualified to diagnose, manage and suggest the treatment for all eye and visual system disorders.

A prospective side effect of laser vision correction that occurs when the eye over reacts to the laser treatment.

The process of measuring corneal thickness, usually using an ultrasonic probe.

the ability of an object, such as the eye, to bend light as light passes through it.

A medical state in which the eyes are misaligned.

Also known as lacrimal glands. Paired almond-shaped glands, single for each eye, which secrete the aqueous coat of the tear film.

Clear, colorless substance that fills the eyeball between the lens and the retina.

A medical condition that appears suddenly with no apparent explanation is considered idiopathic because of some unknown reason. 

Area of the tissue to be removed while surgery.

Anesthetizing drops that are placed on the eye previous to LASIK to help minimize any uneasiness during the procedure.