Attending an eye exam for the first time, whether you are a child or an adult, may seem intimidating, but it is necessary to have comprehensive information about your vision and eye health. Depending on your vision plan and medical...
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How is a Retinal Detachment Treated?
Retinal detachment is a condition that many people have heard of but may not fully understand its severity or how it occurs. The retina is a thin layer of nerve cells responsible for creating vision and sending signals to the brain....
Choosing Glasses for Your Face Shape
Wearing glasses doesn't mean sacrificing your style. As an important accessory, glasses should complement your unique features rather than overwhelm them. The shape of your face plays a significant role when it comes to selecting the...
White Light and Its Impact On The Eyes
The eyes process different colors of light very differently, particularly when it is dark in the environment. In most situations, the light is a variant of white light – either from the sun, lights indoors, or digital devices. However,...
How Inflammation Can Cause Dry Eyes
Dry eyes can be very irritating and bothersome. Symptoms caused by dry eyes include intermittent blurred vision, grittiness, and redness. The underlying causes of dry eyes vary, but one of the biggest causes of dry eyes is inflammation in...
What are the Best Contact Lens Solutions?
When selecting a contact lens solution, there are many options readily available at any pharmacy or grocery store. These contact lens solutions are all approved by the FDA for their intended purpose and have unique benefits. Consult with...
Corneal Thickness and Why It Matters
For many eye procedures, central corneal thickness is a major factor in determining which treatment is used or avoided. The cornea is the clear, center portion of the front of the eye. The thickness of the cornea has variation among...
5 Things to Consider Before You Get Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are a common eye condition in the elderly population, but they can develop in younger individuals in some cases. The treatment is called cataract extraction surgery. This surgery is one of the most performed in the United...
Glaucoma and Angle Closure
Angle closure, or acute angle closure, is a condition that occurs within the front of the eye. The corneoscleral angle is responsible for draining all of the fluid from the front of the eye. In able closure, this drainage system closes...
The Differences Between LASIK, PRK, and SMILE Refractive Surgery
Many people have heard of LASIK surgery as an option to correct vision and no longer need glasses, however, there are two other similar procedures that can provide the same outcome. LASIK, PRK, and SMILE surgery all offer the ability to...