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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
As we age and get older or develop certain medical conditions, three common types of cataracts can form that affects our vision. While the term cataract is used as a “catch-all” phrase for all three types, it is important to understand each one. Cortical Cataracts: These cataracts are the ones that start in the lens […]
Keep Your Eye Health in Check with Regular Eye Exams There are several indicators that you should schedule a comprehensive eye exam sooner than later. If you are experiencing any of the five symptoms listed below, it’s time to reach out to an eye care professional today. Your Vision is Becoming Blurry If your vision […]
Is LASIK the Right Vision Correction Surgery for Me? Do you suffer from a refractive vision errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism? LASIK is a vision correction surgery approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat these conditions, and many people wonder if they are eligible for the procedure. With most patients achieving […]
What to Keep in Mind When Choosing a LASIK Surgeon If you are looking into a corrective eye surgery to correct your vision problems, you might be wondering about LASIK. LASIK eye surgery is a common procedure with minimal downtime. It could have you seeing 20/20 in just a day! With so many options out […]
