Are your days constantly filled with burning, stinging eyes? Do you rub your eyes constantly but the feeling of having something in your eye just doesn’t go away? Do your eyes feel gritty? If you experience any of these symptoms, you probably suffer from a condition known as dry eye. While dry eye is most […]
Eye issues are an inevitable part of getting older. While some vision issues are nothing more than mere annoyances, others can lead to permanent vision loss and even blindness. The best way to protect your eyes in your later years is to be well aware of warning signs that there may be an underlying issue. […]
Everyone at one time or another has experienced eye twitching. This common and sometimes hereditary condition exists in more than one form and can have a number of triggers and causes. Types of Eye Twitching A person can experience minor and temporary twitching called eyelid myokymia, a more irritating type of twitching called benign essential […]
Fuchs corneal dystrophy is a genetic disorder that affects the cornea in the eye. The cornea is the front surface area. The disorder typically affects older adults, even though the genetics for the condition are present at birth. Corneal dystrophies will remain inactive until a person gets older. It is not until this time that […]
Has it become more difficult for you to drive early in the morning or at night when there’s a lot less light? If so, you definitely aren’t alone! Poor night vision tends to be more noticeable as we get older, especially around the 40-years-old mark. Night blindness, also known as nyctalopia, can be caused by […]
Those who wear glasses are already very familiar with fog, which appears with temperature and humidity changes. However, with the continuation of mandatory mask-wearing, the fog problem is more prevalent than ever. We reveal solutions for eliminating mask fog from your life, including LASIK. Why Is Face Mask Fog Such an Issue? It’s one thing […]
Contact lenses, which are considered medical devices by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), can damage your eyes if used improperly. At ADV Vision Centers, we provide laser eye surgery and other vision correction treatments to avoid the harmful effects of contact lenses. While generally considered safe, they can, in some cases, harm your […]
Dry eyes are common in winter because of lower indoor humidity, high winds, and other factors. People who undergo eyesight correction procedures may experience dryness as a side effect, while others wonder whether it affects their eligibility for procedures such as laser vision correction or cataract surgery: It often does not. While dry eye syndrome, […]
Eye gunk, crust, or “sleep” is the crusty material in the corners of your eyes when you wake up in the morning. Eye discharge forms because when you’re asleep, you don’t blink the way you do during the day, which normally happens 10 to 20 times per minute. Blinking washes away protective mucus. Otherwise, it […]
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) can occur in anyone who spends hours viewing a computer screen, whether at work, attending school from home, or doing any task that involves using a computer or digital device. Viewing digital screens is more visually demanding than reading a printed page. Associated eye strain and discomfort affect between 50% and […]
