Millions of people around the world have benefited from LASIK. If you haven’t heard about it yet, LASIK (Laser In-situ Keratomileusis) surgery corrects farsightedness, nearsightedness, or astigmatism (blurred vision due to irregular curvature of the cornea or lens). By and large, LASIK is for individuals who want to lessen their dependence or totally free themselves…
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Are you at Risk of Glaucoma?
The symptoms of glaucoma are not always obvious and often people wait too long to be tested. Being aware of the risk factors that may lead to glaucoma is important for early detection and intervention. Glaucoma Risk Factors Age – As you get older your risk of glaucoma increases. It is important to be checked…
When to Choose Eyelid Surgery (and When Not To!)
Although eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is more popular as a cosmetic surgical procedure, Dr. Croley and the rest of the team here at our Ocala ophthalmology practice also perform the procedure for purely medical reasons. If you’ve been wondering for a while now whether or not an eyelid surgery is the best procedure for you,…
Survey Suggests Cataract Surgery Allows Patients to Live Longer
It has been estimated that roughly 70 percent of individuals who are 75 years old and beyond are affected by cataract. This should not come as a surprise as aging makes the eye’s lens thicker, less transparent, and less flexible. By and large, this has to do with the protein aggregating together around the lens….
Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy: Who Are at Risk?
While it’s already a given that diabetic retinopathy happens in people with diabetes, there are other factors that contribute to its occurrence. Here at our Ocala eye care practice, Dr. Croley would like to emphasize the need for patients to know about the other factors that contribute to diabetic retinopathy. In addition, strict adherence to…
Here’s a Glimpse of What Your Eye Exam With Us Will Be Like
If you’ve been regularly seeing your general doctor and dentist, you might want to add a third person to your healthcare team- the ophthalmologist! Getting an eye exam regularly should not be overlooked if you’ve been wanting to lead a healthier life. Here at our Ocala eye care practice, we recommend baseline eye exams to…