Eye health isn’t something we think much about. Most of our life, our eyes will provide us with the sense of sight we expect. However long we’ve relied on our eyesight, it is important to recognize that this is a sense that can diminish. Many people have some degree of expectation that their eyes will…
General health conditions like diabetes are typically a matter for our primary care physician. This doctor monitors aspects of disease to prevent secondary problems from occurring. In the case of diabetes, there is a direct connection between general health and eye health. In particular, diabetes is a contributing cause for retinopathy, blurry vision, cataracts, and…
LASIK eye surgery was initially approved by the FDA in 1999. Since that time, more than 10 million Americans have undergone this procedure. From the very beginning, LASIK offered unique benefits. From being an advanced and convenient procedure to achieving highly-satisfactory results, LASIK gives us a lot to appreciate. Here, we discuss what LASIK is…
Cataract surgery is a procedure that a patient may choose to undergo when clouded vision inhibits quality of life. Just when that happens is up to each individual. There is no requirement related to when you undergo cataract surgery. This is great news because your quality of life matters. One way that cataract surgery improves…
Eye strain is far more prevalent today than it ever has been in the past. We don’t have to look very far to realize that our heavy reliance on digital devices may have a little something to do with this. Many people are aware that they can strain their eyes by sitting in front of…
For the past several years, we’ve enjoyed seeing the anti-aging capabilities of Botox Cosmetic. This injectable treatment predates all others and has a special way of smoothing lines and wrinkles. In addition to succeeding at its initial approved use against frown lines, Botox has also become a common treatment for drooping eyebrows, crow’s feet, and…
Many adults feel concerned about the appearance of their eyes and how aging has affected this part of the face. The eyes are one of the pivotal areas that express how we feel. The signs of aging don’t just make the eyes look older, they can create an unfriendly, angry, or sad appearance where it…
Maybe you’ve been undergoing routine eye exams for most of your adult life and staying up to date with eyeglass prescriptions as needed to keep your vision sharp. Maybe you’re one of those people who hasn’t seen an eye doctor in decades because you see just fine. In either scenario, there is quite a lot…
Floaters is a term used to describe a common visual phenomenon that many adults experience at some point. In our Ocala office, many patients ask what these visual apparitions are and if they should be concerned. Here, we discuss some of the typical questions that patients have about this condition. What are eye floaters? Floaters…
Tears aren’t just something you see when you cry. You may not give much thought to your eyes overall, but we assume that most people know there is a tear film that is always present, keeping the surface of the eye lubricated and functional. Chances are you’ve experienced dry eyes at least once in your…
