Dear Patient, The COVID-19 pandemic and California’s Shelter-in-Place order means that non-essential outings must be avoided to limit spread of infection. As you are probably aware, patients over 65, or those with underlying medical problems, such as heart or lung problems and diabetes, are more susceptible to serious complications of this virus. While social distancing […]
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As we get older, our eyes go through age-related changes. They often change around 40 and, again, once we are in our 60s. LASIK for older people is not always the best option to correct vision problems. The eyes tend to be their healthiest from the time we are 19 to around 40. After 40, […]
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Blindness due to cataracts is possible if cataracts treatment is not sought. Over time, cataracts will continue to develop and, eventually, lead to reduced vision and, potentially, blindness. However, unlike other forms of blindness that result in permanent vision loss, it is possible to restore vision with laser vision surgery. What Are Cataracts? Cataracts are a […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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In recent years, as people have become more involved in their healthcare and treatment options, there has been a growth in so-called natural cataract treatment methods that claim they can prevent and cure cataracts without cataract eye surgery. What is true and what is not? Let’s debunk some of these myths to better help you understand cataracts. […]
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