Why Am I Nearsighted?

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 system of the eye causes light that enters the eye to focus in front of the...
What Causes Watery Eyes?

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 eyes. While it may seem completely contradictory, watery eyes are most commonly a sign...
Specialty Contact Lenses

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 such as scleral lenses or rigid gas permeable lenses can be excellent...
What to Expect with Cataract Surgery

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 condition. As the average age of the American population continues to increase, cataract...
Your Guide to Eye Drops 

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 irritation, but choosing the right eye drop can be...
It’s Time For Your Back to School Eye Exam

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 the back-to-school eye examination to be forgotten.  It is important to remember that vision and learning go...