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Do You Have Cataracts? Signs to Look Out For
About half of adults have cataracts by the age of 75. Given how common cataracts are, you may be wondering … Continue reading Do You Have Cataracts? Signs to Look Out For
TearCare: An Exciting New Solution for Chronic Dry Eye
If you frequently have irritated eyes and have struggled to find relief, you are probably one of the 20 million … Continue reading TearCare: An Exciting New Solution for Chronic Dry Eye
Is It Risky to Leave Cataracts Untreated?
Just because cataracts are a common condition for seniors does not mean that you should ignore them. If you leave … Continue reading Is It Risky to Leave Cataracts Untreated?
4 Frequent Misconceptions About Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a disorder that is characterized by a bulging cornea (conical in shape) which distorts the patient’s vision. It … Continue reading 4 Frequent Misconceptions About Keratoconus
Can You Be Too Old for LASIK?
Our doctors have lost count of how many times one of our middle-aged patients expresses regret over not having considered … Continue reading Can You Be Too Old for LASIK?
Making the Switch to Contact Lenses
If you’ve worn glasses your entire life, you have probably, at least occasionally, wondered what life would be like if … Continue reading Making the Switch to Contact Lenses
What Is Laser Assisted No-Stitch Cataract Surgery?
For a long time, cataract surgery has been an easy and effective solution for vision that has been clouded by … Continue reading What Is Laser Assisted No-Stitch Cataract Surgery?
What Should I Do If I Have a Family History of Macular Degeneration?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that progressively steals central vision. It is one of the leading causes … Continue reading What Should I Do If I Have a Family History of Macular Degeneration?
March Is Save Your Vision Month: When Was Your Last Comprehensive Eye Exam?
In our busy world, it’s easy to put routine health exams on the back burner. That’s until you have an … Continue reading March Is Save Your Vision Month: When Was Your Last Comprehensive Eye Exam?
Dry Eyes Can Affect Your Quality of Life: These Treatments May Help
When your eyes fail to produce enough tears for lubrication, dry eye results. For some patients, the eyes create an … Continue reading Dry Eyes Can Affect Your Quality of Life: These Treatments May Help
5 Factors That Increase Your Chances of Developing Glaucoma
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve and can lead to loss of vision and blindness. … Continue reading 5 Factors That Increase Your Chances of Developing Glaucoma
How Laser Cataract Surgery Works To Restore Good Vision
Your eye has a clear lens that helps to focus light on the back of the eye. This is necessary … Continue reading How Laser Cataract Surgery Works To Restore Good Vision
3 Popular LASIK / Laser Vision Correction Questions Answered by a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
LASIK (laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis) is laser eye surgery that can treat nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. LASIK can reduce or eliminate … Continue reading 3 Popular LASIK / Laser Vision Correction Questions Answered by a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
How Much Do You Know About Diabetes and Eye Health?
If you suffer from diabetes, you are at an increased risk for other health complications including those affecting your eyes. … Continue reading How Much Do You Know About Diabetes and Eye Health?
LASIK Vision Correction Vs. Refractive Lens Exchange: Benefits of Both
If you are tired of wearing glasses and contacts to compensate for a refractive error (nearsightedness, farsightedness, presbyopia), you’ve probably … Continue reading LASIK Vision Correction Vs. Refractive Lens Exchange: Benefits of Both
Celebrate Healthy Aging® Month with an Eye Exam to Protect Yourself from Eye Disease
The National Eye Institute, American Academy of Ophthalmology and other leaders in the ophthalmology field recognize September as Healthy Aging® … Continue reading Celebrate Healthy Aging® Month with an Eye Exam to Protect Yourself from Eye Disease
How Quickly Does Vision Loss Happen with Macular Degeneration?
Being diagnosed with any eye disease — including age-related macular degeneration or ARMD — can bring up serious uncertainties about … Continue reading How Quickly Does Vision Loss Happen with Macular Degeneration?
Does Your Lifestyle and Career Make You an Ideal LASIK Candidate?
What is LASIK? LASIK (Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a laser eye surgery that can treat nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. … Continue reading Does Your Lifestyle and Career Make You an Ideal LASIK Candidate?
Why Diabetic Eye Exams Are Essential for Your Overall Health and Vision
Did you know that nearly 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes? That’s more than 37 million people. People with diabetes … Continue reading Why Diabetic Eye Exams Are Essential for Your Overall Health and Vision
3 Benefits of Laser Cataract Surgery Over the Traditional Procedure
How to Treat a Cataract? Your eye includes a lens, which is normally clear. As you age, that lens can … Continue reading 3 Benefits of Laser Cataract Surgery Over the Traditional Procedure
