Undergoing LASIK eye surgery to improve your vision is relatively quick, easy, and painless. This is why so many people are getting some form of laser eye surgery today. Even if they are not an ideal candidate for LASIK, there are other types of laser surgeries like PRK and implantable contact lenses. The important thing […]
The human eye is an amazing part of the body that allows most of us to see. Some of us are lucky enough to have 20/20 vision while others can achieve 20/20 vision either with glasses, contacts, or corrective laser surgery procedures. The human eye is made of three distinct layers: Outermost Layer, Middle Layer, […]
The LASIK procedure is one of the most common types of laser eye surgery performed today. It is used to treat a variety of different types of vision conditions, including astigmatism, farsightedness, and nearsightedness. Understandably, many people have questions about this procedure with “Are you awake during LASIK surgery?” being one of the top frequently […]
In recent years, people have become more involved in their medical care and treatment options. They want to play an active role in deciding what types of treatments, medication, exercises, and food they should eat to help address current conditions and reduce risks for others. It is important to point out when looking for ways […]
Glaucoma is a disease that affects the eyes and vision. If left untreated, it can lead to blindness. It is where the optic nerve becomes damaged from excess intraocular pressure. This buildup of pressure is caused when the trabecular meshwork—the drainage channel in the eye—becomes blocked. Fluid produced in the eye cannot drain away and […]
Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness in the U.S., but you can reduce your risk of getting them. The most common surgical procedure in the nation, cataract surgery is performed over two million times a year.1 Cataract prevention is a hot topic. It may be possible to prevent or at least delay the progression […]
There are many common eye diseases and disorders. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 11 million people aged 12 and older in the U.S. require vision correction, and 3.3 million aged 40 and older are legally blind or living with low vision.1 Many eye disorders are age-related, but some can occur […]
Light is made up of numerous photons. Each of these photons corresponds to a specific color wavelength on the color spectrum. The color spectrum includes the primary colors of red, yellow, and blue. It also includes variations of these colors, including the secondary colors of green, orange, and purple. Each color has a corresponding wavelength […]
Most people are aware of the health risks that smoking tobacco products can bring, such as increased risks of lung cancer, heart disease, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and high blood pressure. What many do not realize is that some of these increased risks are also directly related to our vision and can cause vision problems […]
Eye care is an important fact of life. Many people seek vision correction techniques from wearing eyeglasses and contact lenses to having LASIK and cataract surgery. On the other end of the spectrum, there are many interesting facts about eyes you probably didn’t know about. Eyes are among the most complex organs in the body, […]
