by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Feb 5, 2020 | Blog
Our eyelids protect our eyes, help produce part of our tear film, and play an important role in the overall health of our eyes. When they are not properly cared for, the eyelids and eyelashes can end up causing problems, from dry eye disease, to swollen flaky lids,...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jan 22, 2020 | Blog
Inside of everybody’s eye, there is a gel-like substance that provides the eye with protection and nutrients. This “gel” is called the vitreous, and is responsible for giving the eye its sturdy shape. Throughout life, normal age-related changes occur within the...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jan 6, 2020 | Blog
Contact lenses are a very popular option for visual correction. Many people choose contact lenses over traditional glasses because of the comfort, clear vision, and cosmetic benefit they offer. With these benefits in mind, many parents and children have questions...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Dec 25, 2019 | Blog
High blood pressure is one of the most common medical conditions among adults in the United States. More than one-fourth of American adults are being treated for this condition, and the risks for serious medical problems due to high blood pressure are high. Heart...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Dec 11, 2019 | Blog
It is not uncommon to experience headaches after completing visually demanding activities, such as extended reading, discriminating very fine print, or reading in low light conditions. There are a few vision and eye related conditions that can cause these headaches,...
