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Understanding Cataract Symptoms and When to Seek Treatment

Cataracts are a common eye condition affecting millions worldwide, particularly those over 60. The eye’s natural lens can gradually become clouded as we age, leading to blurred or distorted vision. Understanding cataract symptoms and knowing when to seek treatment is crucial for preserving optimal vision and maintaining independence. Early Signs and Symptoms One of the earliest signs […]

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Contact Lenses vs. Glasses: Which Is Right for Me?

Contact Lenses, Optical Services

When it comes to vision correction, many people face the dilemma of deciding between contact lenses vs. glasses. Both options offer unique advantages and considerations. However, choosing the right option can be a personal choice. It’s mostly based on your individual preferences, lifestyle, and visual needs. Understanding the differences between contact lenses and glasses can help

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What Are the Most Common Causes of Blurry Vision?

Eye Care, Eye Conditions

Blurry vision is a common eye symptom that can occur for various reasons. Common causes of blurry vision can range from minor issues like dry eyes to more serious conditions like cataracts or glaucoma. Understanding the most common causes of blurry vision can help you maintain optimal eye health and address any underlying issues immediately. Most Common

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How Orbital Reconstruction Can Help Post-Trauma

Reconstructive Oculoplastic Services

Eye trauma affects many individuals who are unaware that avoiding an examination or surgery can cost them their eyesight. Therefore, orbital reconstruction can be an important choice for restoring both the function and appearance of the eye socket and surrounding area following a recent traumatic experience. What Are Some Benefits of Orbital Reconstruction? Orbital reconstruction is an

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Treating Astigmatism With Toric Intraocular Lens

Astigmatism

A toric intraocular lens is a specially designed lens that is custom-fitted to correct your astigmatism to deliver sharper, better-focused vision without additional corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses. These lenses are implanted during cataract surgery where your natural lens is replaced. What Is Astigmatism? If your eye’s cornea or lens has a naturally irregular shape, light will

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Types and Causes of Macular Degeneration

Macular Degeneration Treatment

Macular degeneration is an eye disease that causes the loss of central vision, making activities like reading, driving, and recognizing faces extremely challenging. If distorted sight or dark, blurry areas in your focal viewpoint are compromising your independence and quality of life, understand you are not alone. Nearly 20 million Americans have some form of macular degeneration. Learning

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Why You Need To Schedule an Annual Comprehensive Eye Exam

Comprehensive Eye Exams

When it comes to protecting your vision, scheduling a comprehensive eye exam should be at the top of your list of things to do this month. Your vision is one of the most important resources you have, impacting every part of your life. Yet, for many people, there are risks to vision and eye health overall that

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January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month: Protect Your Vision

Glaucoma

Did you know that around 3 million people in the U.S. have glaucoma? With January being Glaucoma Awareness Month, this is a good time to learn more about this eye disease. Glaucoma is a leading cause of permanent vision loss. But finding it early and managing it can help prevent this from happening. How do you know if you

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What Are Eye Floaters?

Eye Health, Flashes & Floaters

Are you seeing oddly-shaped spots that quickly move out of the way when you look at them? Those are called eye floaters. Everyone sees eye floaters, but if you start seeing more than usual, you may need medical attention. What Are Eye Floaters? Eye floaters appear as shadows that float around a person’s vision. But there

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What To Expect From Cataract Treatment

Cataracts

Cataracts are a medical condition where a person’s eye lens becomes cloudy. As people age, it is possible for the proteins within the eye to break down and then combine, which creates a cloudy effect. Clouding in your eye can cause a number of symptoms including problems seeing at night, seeing a “halo” surrounding lights, and

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