Dr. Ants Haavel
Ophthalmologist, CEO of KSA Vision Clinic
Dr. Ants Haavel is an ophthalmologist and founder of KSA Vision Clinic with over 25 years of clinical experience. He has performed more than 55,000 eye procedures, including Flow3 laser correction, dry eye diagnostics and treatment, and cataract surgery. Dr. Haavel is one of Estonia's most recognised refractive surgery specialists. He regularly presents at international ophthalmology conferences and practises evidence-based medicine. All medical claims on the KSA blog are reviewed and approved by him.
90 articles
The Surprising Spring Superfood: How Dandelions Act as "Internal Sunglasses" for Your Eyes
Spring is finally here, and as the days grow longer, we naturally start craving fresh, vibrant foods to wake our bodies up after a long winter .
How to Protect Your Child's Eyes in the Digital Age: A Complete Guide for Parents
Screen time is an unavoidable part of childhood today, yet research shows one in five preschoolers already has a vision problem — and 25% of school-age children need corrective lenses.
A Clear Future: Eye Health and Laser Surgery After Cancer Recovery
You have finally finished your cancer treatment, and it is time to celebrate this incredible and hard-fought milestone.
Getting Ready for Laser Eye Surgery? Why Your Doctor Needs to Know About Every Pill You Take
Before your laser eye surgery consultation at KSA Vision Clinic, there's one question that may surprise you: what medications are you taking? Even everyday painkillers like ibuprofen can affect your eyes more than you might expect.
The Secret Link Between Your Hormones and Dry Eyes (And What to Do About It!)
When most of us think about our hormones, we usually picture the things we can easily see and feel.
Why Your Modern Offices are Secretly Exhausting Your Eyes (And How to Fight Back)
Why Your Dubai Office is Secretly Exhausting Your Eyes (And How to Fight Back) Imagine your typical workday in Dubai.
Polarized vs. Regular Sunglasses: Is the Upgrade Really Worth It?
Bright sunlight can feel absolutely beautiful—until you are driving toward a low evening sun, walking beside a sparkling sea, or trying to keep your eyes open on a dazzling summer day.
Taking Long-Term Medications? Here is Why Your Yearly Eye Exam is Non-Negotiable
When we take a daily medication, we often only think about the immediate relief it provides.
What Are Punctum Plugs? A Quick, Painless Solution for Dry, Irritated Eyes
Punctum plug insertion is one of the simplest, quickest, and best-tolerated treatment options for dry eye — taking only a few minutes per eye, with no pain thanks to numbing drops.
How AI Learns to See: What Computer Vision Teaches Us About the Magic of Human Eyes
Seeing feels effortless. You open your eyes, and the world is simply there: faces, colors, movement, distance, light, emotion, danger, and beauty .
More Than Just Reading the Board: A Parent’s Guide to Children’s Eye Health
Good vision is the invisible foundation of a child’s learning, concentration, and self-confidence .
Headline: Why Your Go-To Headache Pill Might Be Making Your Eyes Dry
Have you ever had a nagging headache or a sore lower back that just refused to go away?