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What Does Dry Eye Look Like?
Submitted by Josh Talkington on June 18, 2022
If you notice your eyes are looking red or even bloodshot, there are several common causes that are the likely culprit. Allergies, broken blood vessels, pinkeye, glaucoma and dry eye syndrome are some of the most notable triggers for eye redness. When tiny blood vessels on the white surface of the eye expand, one or…
What Will Happen if Cataracts are Left Untreated?
Submitted by Josh Talkington on June 4, 2022
Cataracts form when protein builds up over the lens of a normally clear eye causing cloudiness or blurry vision. Light passes through the lens located behind the iris (colored part of the eye) sending a signal to your brain of the image you are trying to see. When cataracts cover the lens, the image is…
Are Eye Floaters Normal?
Submitted by Josh Talkington on May 18, 2022
We rely on our eyesight for so much of our everyday life, it is easy to worry over the slightest change in vision. Some things are not cause for concern initially but should be monitored over time along with any other changes you may be experiencing. This is true in the case of eye floaters….
LASIK For Nearsightedness
Submitted by Josh Talkington on May 4, 2022
Seeing clearly has never been easier. Go beyond prescription glasses and contacts with LASIK, the most common vision correction procedure that provides you with nearly perfect vision in less than 30 minutes. If you are among the 40% of Americans diagnosed with myopia, LASIK for nearsightedness is a great option for you. LASIK has been…
Do I Have to Get Fitted for Contact Lenses?
Submitted by Josh Talkington on April 18, 2022
One size does not fit all when it comes to the distinct shape, size and care of your eyes. If you are considering contact lenses over prescription glasses, the first thing you need to do is book your comprehensive eye exam. Be sure to allow enough time for assessment tests, evaluation of your eye health…
Types of lasers used during LASIK
Submitted by Josh Talkington on April 4, 2022
LASIK and laser eye surgery seem to be synonymous, but are they? What types of lasers are used during LASIK? There are many types of laser eye surgeries including procedures to correct cataracts, other issues with the lens and problems with the cornea. Unlike traditional surgery with a scalpel and surgical tools, laser eye surgery…
Is There a Cure for Dry Eye Syndrome?
Submitted by Josh Talkington on March 18, 2022
Just as the name implies, dry eyes in fact leave the eyes feeling dry due to a lack of tear production, or in some cases, an overproduction of tears. For dry eye syndrome, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, dry eyes occur because the eyes do not create enough tears or because of poor quality of…
How Long Does It Take for The Eye to Heal After Cataract Surgery?
Submitted by Josh Talkington on March 4, 2022
Cataracts are quite common and develop due to age. More than half of all Americans over the age of 80 have cataracts and require cataract surgery. Cataracts form when protein builds up over the lens of a normally clear eye causing cloudiness or blurry vision. Light passes through the lens located behind the iris (colored…
How Do You Know if You Have Dry Eyes?
Submitted by Josh Talkington on February 18, 2022
How do you know if you have dry eyes? Symptoms of dry eyes can easily be self-diagnosed. No surprise, the number one symptom of dry eyes is in fact the feeling of a dry eye. Contact wearers are often familiar with dry eyes becuase the longer contacts are worn, the more likely the lens will…
Benefits of LASIK
Submitted by Josh Talkington on February 4, 2022
Improved, if not perfect, vision without the assistance of glasses or contacts is the main benefit of LASIK. In under 30 minutes, LASIK can provide patients with corrected vision already apparent before leaving the doctor’s office. Immediate results provided virtually pain free is a great benefit of LASIK. Saying goodbye to eyeglasses and contact lenses…
