October 3, 2024
If you are getting older, you may wonder if there are ways to prevent floaters from occurring as you age. While it’s not always possible to completely prevent floaters, there are things that you can do to maintain overall eye health and possibly minimize their occurrence.Keep reading to learn more about floaters and what steps you can…...
Do I Qualify for LASIK If I Have Thin Corneas?
LASIK has corrected the vision of millions of people worldwide, making it arguably the most well-known and widely requested laser vision correction surgery. For many people, LASIK surgery results in clearer vision and reduced dependence on visual aids.One reason LASIK is so popular might be that many people are good candidates for the…...
Can I Delay Cataract Surgery if My Vision is Still Okay?
August 20, 2024
By the age of forty, many people have already started to develop cataracts. While the only way to effectively treat cataracts and restore clear vision is cataract surgery, the right time for this procedure largely depends on each person.Keep reading to learn if you can delay cataract surgery if your vision is still clear!What are…...
What Happens If Macular Degeneration Goes Untreated?
July 3, 2024
Macular degeneration is a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. This progressive eye condition affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, clear vision.While it's more common in older adults, macular degeneration can impact people of all ages. By understanding the risks…...
When Will My Eyes Recover After Blepharoplasty Surgery?
June 11, 2024
If your saggy eyelids and under eye bags are making you look older than you feel, blepharoplasty surgery can help you look and feel young again! When considering this rejuvenating eye surgery, you might have concerns about how long it will take for your eyes to recover and results to be seen. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits…...
How to Choose the Right Eye Drops for Dry Eye Relief
May 8, 2024
If you are experiencing the symptoms of dry eye, you are not alone. Dry eye is one of the most common eye conditions.When diagnosed with dry eye, often the first thing your eye doctor will do is tell you to increase your use of lubricating eye drops. With all the eye drop options available, choosing the right eye drops for dry eye relief…...
What are MIGS Procedures?
April 16, 2024
In the past, the primary treatment options for glaucoma were medications like prescription eye drops or invasive surgeries. While these treatments could be effective for many people, they also could have uncomfortable side effects or long recovery times.As ocular technology has advanced, eye doctors and surgeons have looked for new ways…...
Can I Have Cataract Surgery if I Have Floaters?
March 8, 2024
Nothing has the potential to affect your clear vision more than the natural aging process. Aging puts you at risk of developing one of the most common eye conditions: cataracts.It is estimated that cataracts affect more than half of Americans over the age of seventy five and are one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. While…...
8 Signs that SMILE Could Be Right for You
February 14, 2024
While most people immediately think of LASIK when discussing vision correction procedures, it isn’t always the right choice for everyone. However, there are many other procedures available that can restore clear vision as effectively as LASIK.One of those options is SMILE! Keep reading to learn eight signs that SMILE could be right for…...
When Should I Get Screened for Diabetic Retinopathy?
January 10, 2024
If you have recently been diagnosed with diabetes, it is likely that your healthcare provider has informed you of all of the possible health complications from the condition. One of the most serious complications is diabetic retinopathy, which can lead to vision loss if not diagnosed and treated in its earliest stages.Because it can lead…...
How Do Eye Doctors Diagnose Diabetic Retinopathy?
December 20, 2023
If you are a person living with diabetes, you may have worried about the possibility of developing diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most commonly diagnosed complications of diabetes, affecting the eyesight of approximately 1 in 3 diabetic adults over the age of 40.Keep reading to learn how eye doctors diagnose…...
What Vision Correction Procedures Are Available?
November 7, 2023
If you have decided you would like to stop relying on prescription eyewear to see clearly, it may be time to consider a vision correction procedure to permanently restore your clear vision. However, with all of the different procedures available today, it can be challenging to know which might be the best one for you.The best way to know…...