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…
Menopause, as well as the several years of perimenopause that come before the end of menstruation, can be quite the roller coaster for most women. If you are near menopause, you may know the symptoms very well. One day you may feel like yourself and, the next, feel run down and irritable. As we have…
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…
The current professional recommendation is that every child has a comprehensive eye exam by age three. After that point, annual eye exams are needed in conjunction with behavioral monitoring that may identify symptoms of visual difficulties. A child who sits close to the television, moves objects closer to see them or who squints when they…
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…
There are several facets to optimal women’s health, all of which are important. Women learn early to pay attention to their menstrual cycle, to care for their skin, to manage their weight, and to take care of their teeth. What many women are not taught is that they also need to be mindful of risks…
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…
It is no secret that age affects various aspects of health and wellness. One of the changes that tends to occur over time is that our eyes don’t see as well as they used to. While natural changes can be expected, we can do a lot to foster good eyesight and long-term eye health while…
