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May 9, 2023
Do your eyes often feel dry, itchy, or irritated? If so, you are not alone. Dry eye affects millions worldwide.
April 21, 2023
Do you or your child have trouble focusing on distant objects? It is possible that your youngster squints to see clearly or struggles to see the board in class.
April 18, 2023
Dry eye syndrome is caused by the eye’s failure to produce adequate tears to keep the eyes lubricated. It causes symptoms such as burning, irritation, and blurriness.
April 12, 2023
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common eye condition that has continued to grow in prevalence in the last few years. It impacts millions of people worldwide and usually develops in childhood. The condition tends to run in families, and those with myopic parents have a high risk of developing the condition. There are various ways to correct myopia, including the use of lenses.
April 10, 2023
Myopia is a threat to eye health, affecting millions of people around the world. The number of individuals with myopia has doubled in the last 20 years.
March 24, 2023
The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery recommend LASIK or laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis for patients with refractive errors. This laser eye surgery can improve your vision. Knowing what to expect during a LASIK evaluation can help you prepare for it.
February 7, 2023
If you have been fitted with contacts, knowing how to wear them and care for them will help ensure their effectiveness. You will receive instructions on use and care during the contact lens appointment. It may take time to get accustomed to wearing them, but you will enjoy the experience of clear vision without eyeglasses.
January 25, 2023
Neurolens is a contact lens used to treat specific neurological conditions affecting vision. It aims to improve visual function and reduce the effects of conditions such as lazy eye and misaligned eyes. A healthcare professional prescribes this treatment, custom-made for each patient based on their specific visual needs.
January 24, 2023
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that negatively impact the optic nerve. The damage they cause to the nerve impairs your visual ability and, if untreated, may lead to complete vision loss. Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in people over 60 in America. The diseases cause a buildup of fluid pressure inside the eye. The pressure they create presses on and damages the optic nerve.
January 17, 2023
Scrolling down and swiping through your social media or spending a lot of time using your computer can extensively expose you to blue light. Most people who use the devices regularly tend to experience problems such as eyestrain. The devices emit blue light that can lead to blurry vision, cataracts, macular degeneration, and dry eye.