by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jan 26, 2024 | Cornea, Vision
If you wear contact lenses, you may have noticed that each lens has a different prescription power. This discrepancy between the two lenses is quite common and is not a cause for concern. In fact, having different prescription powers for each eye is a normal...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jan 15, 2024 | Retina, Vision
Macular degeneration is a progressive eye disease that affects the macula, a small but essential part of the retina responsible for central vision. While macular degeneration cannot be cured, making certain nutrition changes can help slow its progression and maintain...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jan 12, 2024 | Vision, Vision Therapy
Hormones play a pivotal role in regulating various bodily functions and processes, from reproduction and growth to metabolism and mood. However, you might be surprised to learn that hormones also have a significant impact on the health and function of our eyes and...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Dec 20, 2023 | Contact Lenses
Astigmatism, a common refractive condition, occurs when the front surface of the eye is shaped irregularly, deviating from a perfectly round shape. This irregular shape results in two different curvatures, leading to blurry or distorted vision. While glasses have long...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Dec 6, 2023 | Contact Lenses
An eye infection can be painful and inconvenient, and one key aspect of managing an infection is temporarily discontinuing contact lens use. The main cause of eye infections is often exposure to bacteria, which can occur from wearing old or improperly cleaned contact...
