About one in three people are diagnosed with astigmatism, and patients are surprised to find out that so many others struggle from the same effects. It is common to meet patients who misunderstand the effects of astigmatism and many patients do not realize that LASIK eye surgery is an effective treatment. What is Astigmatism? A normal … Read more
It certainly should not be a surprise, but consuming a nutritious diet serves as one of the biggest eye protection strategies for everyone. Ensuring healthy vision is not on everyone’s mind as summer edges near the end, so we are all likely to splurge at last-minute barbecues and beach parties.However, eating the best nutrients throughout … Read more
With the sun shining brighter and the days growing longer we can never be too prepared to protect our vision. While we are heading to the beach and hosting family barbecues this summer take into consideration your risks for cataracts. To date, there is no medication or eye drops proven to prevent or reverse cataract … Read more
While we use certain kinds of light to improve vision here at Advanced Eye Medical – in the form of laser vision correction – other types of light rays can be severely damaging to your eyes. Specifically, we’re talking about the sun’s damaging UV rays. Just like your skin, your eyes are subject to sunburn. … Read more
While no one can stop the effects of aging, there is no substitute for healthy habits to maintain strong and great quality vision. Age-related cataracts are the leading cause of low vision and blindness across the globe, with up to 30 percent of people over the age of 50 developing the disease. Custom treatment for cataracts … Read more
The iLasik procedure continues to reign as one of the most revolutionary laser vision correction surgeries worldwide. When patients come in for a consultation, they often question if it is the right procedure for them. Though it is expected that only you and your ophthalmologist can make that decision, you should always consider your options. … Read more
It is a fact that corneal blindness may affect up to 10 million people worldwide. According to the Eye Bank Association of America, there were about 52,000 corneal transplants performed in 2008, in the United States. Most specialists prefer to attempt corneal transplants by replacing them with corneal donor grafts. If the donor graft does … Read more
As the Official Lasik Specialists of the Anaheim Ducks, we want to express our excitement at the phenomenal season they are having so far. With last night’s win over the Atlantic-Division-Leading Boston Bruins, the Ducks remained undefeated in regulation here at the Honda Center in Anaheim. That gives them a wide nine-point lead over San … Read more
As the holiday season continues, many of us find ourselves surrounded by delicious but unhealthy food choices at every turn. From family dinners to parties with friends, it seems like making healthy decisions is next to impossible. Fortunately, there are plenty of foods that will fit right in with your holiday plans and nourish your … Read more
1.Regular checkups. When was the last time you had an eye exam? If it was at 3 years of age, chances are you’re due. The AAO recommends an eye exam before 5 years of age to check for childhood problems like amblyopia (sometimes called lazy eye) or strabismus (misaligned eyes), and then on an as-needed … Read more