Vision Care
Can LASIK eye surgery fix astigmatism?
What is Astigmatism ? Astigmatism is a common type of refractive error and while it is usually present at birth, as a result of the shape of the eye, it can fluctuate throughout life. The source of astigmatism is most commonly the cornea, the clear tissue at the front of the eye known as corneal astigmatism.…
Read MoreNearsighted vs. Farsighted: What Do They Actually Mean?
More than 11 million Americans have common vision problems that can be corrected with the use of prescriptive eyewear such as glasses or contact lenses. These conditions are known as refractive errors and they occur when the eye doesn’t correctly bend, or refract, light as it enters the eye. The most common refractive errors include…
Read MoreNearsighted vs. Farsighted: What Do They Actually Mean?
More than 11 million Americans have common vision problems that can be corrected with the use of prescriptive eyewear such as glasses or contact lenses. These conditions are known as refractive errors and they occur when the eye doesn’t correctly bend, or refract, light as it enters the eye. The most common refractive errors include…
Read MoreBad Habits To Avoid When Using Contact Lens That Can Endanger Your Eyes
Contact lenses can change your world. While many people prefer the look and ease of glasses, others enjoy the freedom of contact lenses. However, contacts are a responsibility. Poor hygiene and bad habits can cause infection and even the loss of vision. Whether you’re considering letting your child wear contacts or you need to revisit your own habits,…
Read MoreAre my reading glasses making my eyes worse?
Short answer- No Although we don’t know the exact mechanism by which humans have a decreased ability to focus up close as we get older (a process called presbyopia), the fact remains that it will happen to all of us. The leading theory of how this occurs is that the lenses in our eyes get…
Read MoreTired of Glaucoma Eye Drops? Check out Durysta!
Do you have Glaucoma? If you’re someone that can’t tolerate the side effects of the topical medications or are having trouble administering your own eye drops, Durysta might be right for you! What is Durysta? Durysta is a new injectable form of Bimatoprost eye drops for glaucoma. It is the first dissolvable, sustained-release implant that continuously delivers…
Read MoreTired of Glaucoma Eye Drops? Check out Durysta!
Do you have Glaucoma? If you’re someone that can’t tolerate the side effects of the topical medications or are having trouble administering your own eye drops, Durysta might be right for you! What is Durysta? Durysta is a new injectable form of Bimatoprost eye drops for glaucoma. It is the first dissolvable, sustained-release implant that continuously delivers…
Read MoreDoes Your Child Need an Eye Patch?
If your child has been diagnosed with amblyopia (“lazy eye”), wearing an eyepatch may be necessary. The principle is that by blocking the vision of the better-seeing eye, the visual system in the brain related to the worse-seeing eye will have to work harder. Since a young child’s brain is very “flexible”, the vision can improve…
Read MoreDoes Your Child Need an Eye Patch?
If your child has been diagnosed with amblyopia (“lazy eye”), wearing an eyepatch may be necessary. The principle is that by blocking the vision of the better-seeing eye, the visual system in the brain related to the worse-seeing eye will have to work harder. Since a young child’s brain is very “flexible”, the vision can improve…
Read More4 Advantages of Femtolaser Cataract Surgery
Laser or Femtolaser cataract surgery is currently the most advanced way to remove a cataract. It offers increased safety, precision, and offers a gentler option for removing cataracts. There are 4 main advantages for laser cataract surgery, which we’ll discuss below. 1. Safer Capsulotomy The most important step of cataract surgery is known as the…
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