A Closer Look at Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease in which the optic nerve, which carries information from the eye to the brain, is slowly damaged. When damage to the optic nerve …
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Natural Treatment for Dry Eye Disease
There is a wide range of treatment options for dry eye disease, from lubricating artificial tears to in-office procedures like LipiFlow or punctal plug insertion. While we have discussed …
Why Am I Nearsighted?
Myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness, is a form of refractive error that results in objects that are far away appearing blurry and out-of-focus. Myopia occurs when the optical …
What Causes Watery Eyes?
Many people who suffer from dry eye disease have symptoms such as burning, irritation, and grittiness. Others may experience a common symptom that may be confusing: watery or runny …
Specialty Contact Lenses
Soft contact lenses are certainly the most common lenses used for visual correction, but many more options exist that can provide equally comfortable and consistent vision. Specialty contact lenses …
What to Expect with Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is one of the most routine and commonly performed operations done in the United States. It is a very effective treatment of a very common age-related ocular …
Your Guide to Eye Drops
Oftentimes, eye doctors will recommend over-the-counter eye drops for the treatment of Dry Eye Disease. Using non-prescription artificial tears can be highly effective in alleviating symptoms of dryness and …
It’s Time For Your Back to School Eye Exam
As the end of summer nears, children and their parents are preparing to go back to school. During this busy time of year, it’s easy for tasks such as …
A Closer Look at Scleral Contact Lenses
We have discussed scleral lenses, the large-diameter specially designed contact lenses that have been able to provide many people with clear vision and superior comfort. These lenses are popular …
Ocular Rosacea and Dry Eyes
Rosacea is a fairly common skin condition that causes symptoms such as facial redness and bumps on the skin. But not many people know that the symptoms of rosacea …
Lid Hygiene, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction and Dry Eyes
The eyelids and eyelashes are oftentimes overlooked for the role they play in ocular health. The eyelids in particular play an essential role in keeping the eyes nourished and …
Why Sunglasses Are Important for Eye Health
Now that the summer months are here and our time spent outdoors is increasing, it is important to remember to protect our eyes from the sun. Just like we …
What to Know About Daily Contact Lenses
For those who rely on visual correction in order to see clearly, daily contact lenses have become a popular choice. Besides being very convenient, these single-use contact lenses carry …
Eye Infections and Ocular Herpes
Eye infections (such as ocular herpes) is caused by the type 1 herpes simplex virus, which is a very common viral infection that causes cold sores around the lips …
How Punctal Plugs Can Help Your Dry Eyes
Treatment options for dry eye disease are extensive and can vary based on the severity of symptoms. For many with moderate to severe dry eye disease, first approach treatment …
Blue Light and Your Eyes
Many recent studies have been focusing around blue light and its potential effects on vision and ocular health. Blue lights, which we are exposed to every time we view …
Amniotic Membranes: Treatment for Dry Eye and More
Amniotic membranes are newly engineered treatment options for difficult cases of dry eye disease. These membranes are ethically obtained stem cell tissues that provide the front surface of the …
Xiidra and Restasis: Prescription Dry Eye Drops
We’ve talked about several advanced ways to address the symptoms of dry eye disease, from Lipiflow to specialty contact lenses. One treatment option that you may see advertised on …
Orthokeratology and Myopia Control
Myopia control is a field of eye care that works to slow the progression of nearsightedness, particularly in children. There are several different approaches to myopia control, but one …
Do You Suffer From Dry Eyes at Night?
You may find it surprising that, for many people suffering from dry eye disease, nighttime can be the most damaging part of the day. It is easy to think …