Nearly 30 million people in the US have diabetes, according to the CDC (Center for Disease Control). It is widely known that diabetes affects the blood vessels and nerves of the body. However, what people often are not aware of is the damage it can cause to the eyes. For the eyes, the damage to … Read more
Lasik surgery works to correct your vision so that you can better see the world around you. There are two primary Lasik types that you can talk to your eye doctor about: iLasik and traditional Lasik. Both procedures have differences that can impact your overall results, so knowing the differences between the two is important … Read more
Wearing sunglasses is more than simply a fashion statement. In fact, protecting your eyes from potentially harmful ultraviolet radiation (UV) is important to the long-term health of your eyes. The life-giving sun, despite its myriad benefits to the world’s ecology, can prove harmful to the human eye, especially during summer. The rays of the sun … Read more
Many people have heard the term but, unless you have this condition, it’s may be a mystery. Astigmatism is a common condition that affects the eyes. In fact, a majority of people have astigmatism to some degree. If the condition is minor and doesn’t cause symptoms, treatment is usually not necessary. When the astigmatism is … Read more
Low vision is most common in adults age sixty and over, though, vision impairment can affect younger people as well and because it can affect people of all ages, vision loss can make day-to-day tasks difficult. The best way to keep up an active lifestyle while dealing with the effects of low vision is to … Read more
LASIK is the procedure of correcting vision using a laser to reshape the inner cornea. It is well known for changing people for the better by allowing them to live their lives without the inconvenience of eyeglasses and contact lenses. iLASIK is considered by many to be the most advanced of all the LASIK systems … Read more
As long as they are working fine, your eyes are probably a part of your body that you take for granted. We all feel that way, but have you ever stopped to think about how the eye works and what you need to know about your vision, to preserve it for a lifetime? Your eyes … Read more
As the Earth slowly rolls the Northern Hemisphere to face the fiery sun, we can expect peak temperatures in Southern California this June solstice. For all those unfamiliar with geography, it’s summer time! And other than gym, tan and laundry, make sure your eye doctor’s office is one of your summer go-to spots, especially after … Read more
When you first began using contact lenses you were very diligent and kept up with proper cleaning. After some time, these necessary steps are forgotten and you became careless. If you are committing these mistakes it is time to consider Lasik surgery. You Use Water As a Solution Water is not a disinfectant solution; never … Read more
Cataracts are a common occurrence in individuals over the age of 40 and they are the leading cause for blindness. A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens that can impact your vision and ultimately can affect your daily activities if not treated. Although there is no way to prevent cataracts from forming, there … Read more