Posts by Laura Shortridge
Treating (and Preventing) Dry Eyes in Winter
It’s not unusual to notice that your eyes are drier in the winter. Dry eyes are most likely to occur in winter and spring when seasonal changes like lower indoor humidity and high winds, can lead to dry eyes and discomfort. While you can’t change the weather, there are treatments you can use during the…
Read MoreEye Floaters: What Are They & Should You Be Concerned?
Floaters. Most of us have had them, the little specs floating across your line of sight. They seem to appear out of nowhere, and when you try to look at them, they dart in another direction. What are eye floaters? We all have a jelly-like substance inside our eye, called vitreous. As we age, the…
Read MoreChoosing the Best Plastic Surgeon for Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Oculoplastic surgery is a specialized branch of both ophthalmology and plastic surgery that combines the highly detail-oriented techniques of both fields. At SightMD our patients have many choices when selecting their cosmetic eyelid surgeon. Here are three main things to consider when selecting the best doctor to take care of your eyelids: Choosing the right…
Read MoreEyelid Surgery to Protect the Eye in Bell’s Palsy Patients
Bell’s Palsy can be a sudden and frightening occurrence that can leave a patient with a paralysis of one side of the face. Typically, there is a droop in the eyebrow, an inability to close the eye, a sagging of the lower eyelid, and a weakness of the corner of the mouth. When not connected…
Read MoreWhat Is Vernal Conjunctivitis?
Conjunctivitis is an infection that causes discomfort, redness, and irritation in the tissues that line the eyes. It is more commonly referred to as “pink-eye.” Most cases of conjunctivitis are caused by viruses or bacteria. Vernal conjunctivitis, on the other hand, is caused by an allergic reaction. This chronic eye inflammation initially occurs most frequently during…
Read MoreEyelash Mites: What to Know
What are eyelash mites? Eyelash mites are caused by two types of Demodex mites. The two types are called Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis. Both types of mites are microscopic, so you can’t see them with the naked eye. They’re naturally prevalent in your hair follicles, where they feed on dead skin cells. Demodex folliculorum is the…
Read MoreThings You Should Bring To Your Eye Exams
Annual eye exams are a critical part of caring for your vision. But before you run out the door to your next appointment, you’ll want to make sure you have everything you need for the visit! Bringing the right information and tools to an eye exam will make your appointment run much more smoothly, and…
Read MoreEye Bleeding: What You Need to Know
Eye bleeding typically means bleeding or a broken blood vessel below the outer surface of the eye. The entire white part of your eye may look red or bloodshot, or you may have spots or areas of red in the eye. Another less common kind of eye bleeding, or hemorrhage, can happen in the middle,…
Read MoreWhat Is an External Eyelid Stye?
An external eyelid stye is a red, painful bump on the surface of the eyelid. The bump may resemble a pimple and be tender to the touch. An external stye can appear anywhere on the eyelid. However, it is most likely to form near the edge of the eye, where the eyelashes meet the eyelid. The condition…
Read MoreHow To Get Rid of Eyelashes That Are Poking the Eyes
Entropion is a condition where the eyelids turn inward causing the eyelashes to rub against your eye. This can be painful and when left alone can lead to a serious infection. Symptoms for entropion include: What Causes Entropion Entropion is usually the result of aging but can also occur after trauma or surgeries to the…
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