The Three O's of Eye Care: Ophthalmologist, Optometrist and Optician Do you know the difference between an ophthalmologist, an optometrist and an optician?
Hygiene is critical to wearing your contact lenses (3) Caring for your contacts is very important for your eyes. Learn what you can do!
What can I do for my red and itchy eyelids? Do you suffer from red, itchy, swollen eyelids? Learn what it is and what you can do.
Dilation Exam (1) The colored part of the eye is called the iris. It is composed of two muscles. The constrictor and the dilator.
Keratoconus (1) Keratoconus is an eye disease in which the cornea deforms from its normally curved dome shaped and becomes cone shaped.
Computer Vision Glasses (1) More people than ever before are consulting their eye doctors about eye strain while viewing things up close for prolong periods amount of time.
Through a Mother’s Eyes Emotional and social benefits can derived through looking into a mother’s eyes.
Eyes feel Like the Sahara Desert : What do I do? What can you do when your eyes feel like the Sahara Desert? Understanding the condition will help.
Diabetic Retinopathy (1) Diabetes is a disease that effects blood vessels throughout the body including the eye.
Glaucoma (1) Glaucoma, often referred to as “the silent thief of sight”, can occur with no warning signs, pain or symptoms. It cannot be cured, but if detected early can be managed to limit its effects.
Flashes and Floaters (1) For the most part, floaters and flashes are just an annoyance, but they can be signs of serious conditions such as retinal detachment.
Dry Eye Syndrome (1) Dry Eye Syndrome is characterized by itching, burning, gritty, red eyes. There are many causes for Dry Eye and, consequently there are many treatments.
Computer Vision Syndrome (1) Computer Vision Syndrome is characterized by sore eyes, headaches, neck and shoulder pain and body fatigue.
Presbyopia (1) Presbyopia primarily affects people over the age of 40 and is not a disease.
Hyperopia Myopia (1) There are two basic types of astigmatism; myopia and hyperopia. These two types affect up to one third of the population.
Cataracts (1) As you age, your lens can become cloudy, this cloudiness is called a cataract.
Corneal Molding or Ortho-K (1) Corneal Molding, also know as Ortho K is a non-surgical procedure used to reshape the cornea
Blepharitis (1) Blepharitis is a common problem for both children and adults. Long term effects can cause problems, so it is important to consult with your eye care provider.
Astigmatism (1) Astigmatism is characterized by an irregular curvature of the cornea. This type of disorder is also known as a refractive error.
Anti-Reflective Lenses (1) One important lens coating option to consider is investing in an Anti-reflective coating, also known as AR coating.
Ultra-Violet Light (1) Get a good pair of sunglasses that provide both UVA and UVB protection, your eyes will thank you.
Slit Lamp (1) The slit lamp is used by your eye doctor during a eye exam to view the front portion of your eye
Refractive Error (1) A refractive error occurs when light is not focused properly on the retina at the back of the eye.
Polarized Sunglasses (1) If you drive or spend time outdoors, polarized lenses can give you clearer vision by enhancing contrast and eliminating glare.
How to insert contact lenses (1) Once the contact lens is properly prepared it is time to insert the lens onto your eye.
How to remove contact lenses (1) Watch this video to learn how to remove your contact lenses
Handling your contact lenses (1) Learn how to handle your contact lens by watching this video.
Intraocular lens (IOL) (1) IOLs are the artificial lens implants that replace the eye’s natural lenses after cataract surgery
Glaucoma - Open Angle and Normal Tension (1) Glaucoma is a disease that affects the optic nerve which leads to partial or total vision loss.
Glaucoma Narrow Angle (1) Narrow Angle glaucoma can develop quickly while Closed angle glaucoma develops quickly and is a medical emergency.
Punctual Plugs (1) If your cornea isn't getting enough moisture, you could have dry eye complications. Punctual plugs maybe the solution
Progressive Lenses (1) Progressive lenses provide multi-focal viewing power, enabling seamless focusing transitions.
Macular Degeneration (1) Macular degeneration is a common cause of vision loss and blindness in people older than 50
Retinopathy (1) Retinopathy occurs when abnormal blood vessels leak fluid into the retina
Cataract Surgery (1) Cataract Surgery is the third most performed surgery in the United States.
LASIK (1) LASIK is relatively painless and you usually achieve better vision as soon as the next day.
