by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Aug 29, 2023 | Glasses
The need for a bifocal in glasses often arises when individuals experience difficulties with reading and near vision. However, understanding the specific circumstances that call for a bifocal requires a comprehensive understanding of its purpose. With age, the natural...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Aug 15, 2023 | Vision
Many people enjoy the occasional drink, but what you may not realize is that alcohol can have implications for your eyes and vision, even when consumed responsibly. From temporary effects like blurred vision and nystagmus (involuntary eye movements) to more serious...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Aug 1, 2023 | Eye Disease
A coloboma refers to a defect that occurs when a part of an embryonic fissure fails to close completely. While colobomas can happen in various areas of the body, they most commonly affect the iris, optic nerve, and retina within the eye. Although an eye coloboma can...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jul 18, 2023 | Systemic Disease
A drooping face, particularly on one side, is a common symptom that can be associated with both Bell’s Palsy and stroke, medically known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Although these conditions share similarities, they have distinct causes and necessitate...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jul 5, 2023 | Glasses, Vision
Glasses, also known as eyeglasses, spectacles, or simply specs, have been around for centuries, helping people see better. They consist of a frame that holds two lenses which are mounted in such a way as to correct your eyesight. However, the lens material they are...
