The task of choosing which intraocular lens, or IOL, is best for you can be daunting. There are many options, and your eye doctor will help you decide which one will best align with your vision goals. Keep reading to learn more about IOLs and what kind of IOL may be best for you! What […]
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Cataracts occur when the natural lens in your eye becomes cloudy. As it grows, the clouding becomes thicker and blocks light from reaching the retina, causing blurry vision. Luckily, you can restore your clear vision by having your cataracts removed. The cloudy natural lens is taken out and replaced with a clear, artificial intraocular lens […]
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Do your eyes feel dry, itchy, or irritated? These are some of the symptoms that come with a condition called dry eye syndrome. Dry eyes occur when you don’t produce enough tears or the tears produced are of poor quality. Keep reading to learn more about dry eyes and determine if treating them with intense […]
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Your eyes have clear lenses that focus light on your retina. As you get older, proteins in your eye break down and clump together in the lens. A buildup of proteins leads to cataract formation and makes your lens cloudy. In the early stages, cataracts often don’t cause noticeable vision problems. But with time, cataracts […]
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Presbyopia and cataracts are both age-related vision problems. And they both have to do with changes in your natural lens that occur as you get older. The specific symptoms and changes to your lens are different with each condition. But, when treating lens conditions, the treatment is straightforward and the same no matter what you […]
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If you’re over the age of forty, you can have cataracts and dry eyes simultaneously. The likelihood of developing both conditions increases with age. Keep reading to learn more about cataracts and dry eye. What are Cataracts? Cataracts form when eye proteins clump together in your lens. They develop gradually and eventually can cause complete […]
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Your eyesight enables you to see the world around you and keeps you safe. It’s critical to your health and quality of life. Routine eye exams can help in the early detection of vision problems and prevent permanent loss of vision. But it’s also essential to visit your ophthalmologist right away if you have any […]
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An epiretinal membrane, or a macular pucker, is a thin scar tissue that forms over the macula. The macula, found at the center of the retina, gives you crisp, focused central vision. However, an epiretinal membrane prevents the macula from creating clear, detailed pictures. They can cause visual distortions, which can worsen over time. Keep […]
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One out of six Americans sixty-five and older have a visual impairment that prescription glasses or contacts can’t correct. The risk of eye disease increases with age. That’s why older adults need to see an ophthalmologist frequently. September is the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Healthy Aging Month. Keep reading to learn how you can better […]
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Uveitis is a group of inflammatory eye diseases that causes swelling in the uveal tissues in one or both eyes. The uvea is the eye’s middle layer that contains the most blood vessels. It’s found between the retina and the sclera, which is the white outer coat of the eye. Uveitis also affects the vitreous, […]
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