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Corneal Ring Implants for Nearsightedness On this page: Surgery Overview What To …
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Nearsightedness (Myopia) On this page: … cornea or the lens . These problems cause light rays entering the eye to focus in front of the retina . Normally, … PRK (photorefractive keratectomy), and artificial lens implants. The goal of surgery is to help you see more …
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… Cochlear Implants On this page: Treatment Overview How Well It Works … help "make" sound if you have a certain type of severe hearing loss in both ears. The implant does the job of the … according to your specific needs and degree of hearing loss. Unlike hearing aids, cochlear implants do not …
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… Dental Implants On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect … in your jawbone. Your new tooth will attach to the post. Implants look natural. They can provide support for … treatment option. It's just as important to brush and floss implants as it is with natural teeth. If bacteria build up …
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Ringing in the Ears (Tinnitus) On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Many people have ringing (or roaring, hissing, buzzing, or tinkling) in their …
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… Birth Control Hormones: The Ring On this page: Overview Overview The ring is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a soft plastic ring that you put into your vagina. It's also called the …
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… and then the cornea is reshaped. The layer grows back during the healing process. LASEK and epi-LASIK loosen the top … of surgery for nearsightedness include radial keratotomy, corneal ring implants, and intraocular lens implants. Talk to your doctor …
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… Intraocular Lens (IOL) Implants On this page: Overview Overview … may work best for you. An IOL is placed inside the eye during surgery. Corrective glasses may be needed after surgery … are showing about the use of IOLs in children. To correct nearsightedness, with or without cataracts An IOL may be …
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… LASIK (Laser In-Situ Keratomileusis) for Nearsightedness On this page: Surgery Overview What To … home and then back to the surgeon's office the next day. During this second visit, the surgeon will check your eye and … and decreases with a more experienced surgeon. Look for a corneal specialist or surgeon who does the surgery often. …
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… Tubal Implants Procedure On this page: Treatment Overview What To … a permanent type of birth control. They are small metal springs that are placed in your fallopian tubes. This is done … a permanent type of birth control. They are small metal springs that are placed in your fallopian tubes. This is done …