There have been so many advances in the way that the medical community is able to treat vision issues over the past century. If a person was to travel back in time to the start of the 20th century, one of the only viable options for correcting problems with your vision was to use glasses. […]
The Benefits of Bladeless, All-Laser LASIK
While the vast majority of individuals who have had LASIK eye surgery performed in the past had positive results, there were also some issues, especially with the cornea flaps. These issues stemmed from the limitations that came from cutting the cornea flap with a manual knife. In fact, there were many individuals who would have […]
The Importance of Pterygium Removal
Your eyes not only allow you to see the world, but they also allow the world to see you. When people look at you, one of the first places they’re going to look to determine something about you from your appearance is your eyes. If you have healthy and clear eyes, you are seen as […]
How Can I Treat My Macular Degeneration?
Macular degeneration is an eye disease that is the most common cause of blindness, especially in Caucasians who are 65+ years old. It affects over 10 million people in the United States. This is more than glaucoma and cataracts put together. The condition is caused by deterioration of the central part of the retina, which […]
Eliminate Cloudiness with Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are quite common among people who are over 50, but they can also affect younger individuals and make it difficult to see clearly. The basic definition of a cataract is the clouding of the lens that your eye uses to see. Unfortunately, glasses are ineffective for correcting the vision loss caused by cataracts, and […]
What Laser Surgeries are Used for Glaucoma Treatment?
Glaucoma is a disease that gradually damages the optic nerve. It is the second most common cause of blindness in the world. Glaucoma is caused by a build-up of pressure within the eye. Under normal conditions, fluid called the aqueous humor circulates around the front of the eye and eventually drains out of the eye […]
Why You Should Consider LASIK Eye Surgery
Dealing with contact lenses or glasses on a daily basis can be really frustrating. You want to wake up in the morning, open your eyes and see clearly. You were not blessed with good vision. You may have needed corrective lenses since childhood. You think it’s time to finally put your glasses or contacts behind […]
Relieve Your Dry Eyes with LipiFlow Treatment
Many of our patients suffer from dry eyes, and at times, the condition can be extremely irritating. When your eyes stop producing an adequate amount of tears, they’ll begin to dry out. If the condition isn’t treated, it can get worse over time. Fortunately, LipiFlow treatment may be able to relieve your dry eyes and […]
Am I a Candidate for LASIK Eye Surgery?
LASIK eye surgery can make you less dependent on your glasses or contact lenses and allow you to have sharper unaided vision, but some people are better candidates for the procedure than others. If you’re curious if you will make a good LASIK candidate, there are some considerations that should weigh into your decision. Of […]
When to See an Ophthalmologist
An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the eyes. As such, they have far more knowledge and training than opticians or optometrists. Opticians are technicians who work with corrective devices like contact lenses or glasses. Optometrists perform vision tests and can diagnose and treat some conditions, but they […]
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