What Does An Eye Exam Reveal About One’s Health?
An eye exam is not always at the top of everyone’s list. But it’s extremely important to have a thorough eye exam on a regular basis. What can an eye exam reveal? Lots of things
Category: Ophthalmology
Is An Implantable Lens Right For Your Eyes?
The FDA has approved a permanent implantable lens. What is it and is it right for you? According to the FDA, the EVO/EVO+ Visian Implantable Collamer and EVO/EVO+ Visian TORIC Implantable Collam
Eye Injury Prevention Month
Did you know that the month of October is Eye Injury Prevention Month? This happens each year and throughout October medical professionals and others get the word out to help people become awar
Are You Straining Your Eyes?
The constant use of computers, digital devices, ipads, cell phones, etc. has played a large part in eye strain. You can also get eye strain from reading or driving for long periods at a time. Eye
How To Avoid Eye Disease
Nicholas J. Volpe, an ophthalmologist, and Professor at Northwestern School of Medicine has identified a few habits and additions to your daily routine that can help you avoid infection, contamination
How Healthy Are Your Eyes?
Do You Know How Healthy Your Eyes Are? Visiting a doctor regularly to check your eyes is important. The National Eye Institute has some good suggestions for taking care of your eyes: eat healthy foo
Is Changing Your Eye Color Dangerous?
The risks of permanently changing one’s eye color with surgery include loss of cornea, cataracts, inflammation inside of the eye, and a severe form of glaucoma that can lead to blindness.
PRK vs. LASIK surgery for the eyes
LASIK cons: It might not be right for those with thin corneas. There can be increased complications with the corneal flap and there can be a larger risk of poor vision at night. Today, contemporary
Are You at Risk for Glaucoma?
Unfortunately, some people over the age of 40 are at a higher risk for glaucoma as well as those who are of African, Hispanic, or Asian heritage. Other risk factors include people with high eye pressu
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