One of the crucial aspects of healthcare is to ensure patients are aware of their risks for various conditions. Eye diseases don’t often get the attention that is needed to increase the level of awareness people have. We must learn to recognize risks, signs, and the value of early diagnosis if we wish to decrease…
The interest in facial rejuvenation treatments has increased in recent years. Now that adults realize they needn’t undergo invasive plastic surgery to feel better about how they look, more are exploring the alternatives available to them. The common approach to aging is to get injections of Botox or dermal fillers. As efficient as these treatments…
Laser vision correction known as LASIK has been widely performed since the 1990s. It has helped millions of people toss their eyeglasses for many years, and continues to be one of the most popular options for vision correction available today. We frequently perform LASIK and enjoy the satisfaction on our patients’ faces when they finally…
People who have cataracts suffer from the progressive clouding of the eye’s natural lens. This condition may occur in one or both eyes. It is not sight-threatening because, when vision becomes too cloudy to perform normal tasks, the natural lens with cataracts can be removed and replaced with what is called an intraocular lens. Intraocular…
Blepharoplasty is a common procedure that has helped millions of adults regain their bright, cheery appearance. As you may know, it doesn’t matter how vibrant you feel on the inside, your outside doesn’t have to reflect that. Many of us, as we age, start to look much less friendly and happy than we feel. This…
Blurry vision is often caused by astigmatism, the condition with a funny name that affects nearly 1 in 3 Americans. Astigmatism is not nearsightedness or farsightedness; it can occur alongside either one of those refractive errors. Being diagnosed with astigmatism isn’t necessarily a bad thing. A diagnosis allows you and your eye doctor to develop…
A cataract is the hardening, yellowing, and clouding of the natural lens of the eye. Normally, the lens is transparent, providing clear, crisp vision. According to the National Eye Institute, nearly half of all Americans will have had a cataract by the time they reach age 80. Generally, cataract surgery is not necessary unless the…
Being that the eyes are one of the first parts of the face to show the signs of aging, many people consider the various ways they can nurture this area. While good sun care habits can slow the onset of signs of aging like thinning skin and fine lines, there comes a point at which…
Eyeglasses and contact lenses serve a very important function, there is no denying that. Without vision-correction, life is forever altered. At the same time, wearing glasses or contacts can quickly become bothersome. If you’re active, your glasses may get in the way. If you rely on glasses all day every day, they may start to…
Living in Florida, many of us tend to spend a fair amount of time outdoors. Our natural environment invites us to swim, bike, hike, and walk with our toes in the grass or sand. It is that invitation that makes us love where we live, after all! However, because we are called to outdoor activities…
