Can Smoking Affect My Eyes?

Can Smoking Affect My Eyes?

Smoking has a variety of adverse effects on the body and the eyes are no exception. It is often a risk factor for developing several diseases or exacerbates existing conditions. Here are some of the interactions that smoking has with the health of your eyes. Smoking...
Corneal Abrasions and Eye Injuries

Corneal Abrasions and Eye Injuries

Most of us try our best to take care of our eyes. When something comes close to our faces that might hit us, we immediately shut our eyes and turn our faces away to protect them. Even with caution, however, injuries to our eyes still happen and these often affect the...
The Do’s and Dont’s of Contact Lenses

The Do’s and Dont’s of Contact Lenses

The use of soft contact lenses in today’s society has grown exponentially since their initial development. The amazing lens materials available and the various uses for contact lenses have contributed to their success. With the simplicity of these medical devices...