In a year where an estimated 2.8 million baby boomers will celebrate their 60th birthday, age-related eye disease has become an important health issue. The American Optometric Association (AOA) reminds Americans 60 and older that early detection through a comprehensive eye exam can prevent or slow vision loss due to cataracts and other age-related eye […]
Probably the eyes are the most noticeable part of the face in any human being. The eyes are said to be the “windows to our soul.” It is obvious how valuable our eyes are in everyday life. Our eyes are invaluable assets that must be used every single day at home and at work. They […]
Melissa Baker was diagnosed with nearsightedness early in childhood-an unremarkable diagnosis. But with each regular visit to her family optometrist, she became more nearsighted and her glasses became thicker. It wasn’t until a skiing accident led Melissa to an ophthalmologist at age 15 that she learned her true diagnosis: glaucoma, a disease that rarely affects […]
Your eyesight is one of the most important things you possess. Taking good care of your eyes is crucial for eye health. However, sometimes the eye is susceptible to various diseases and conditions that you simply cannot prevent. Fortunately, there are treatments available for these problems. Here are the most common eye problems experienced and […]
Conjunctivitis is an inflammation found within both children and adults. This article is presented to help in the education about the condition and should not be used as a replacement for medical advice or treatment. Please consult your medical professional for a proper diagnosis and advice. What is Conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva(the […]
Regular eye exams allow doctors to evaluate and correct vision health and concerns. In todays world there are wonderful technological advances that can be used to maximize the efficiency of an eye exam. One of those tools is the Optos Optomap. The Optomap is an ultra wide digital retina imaging system that allows optometrists to see […]
Let’s share an industry story: Melissa Thompson was diagnosed with nearsightedness early in childhood – an unremarkable diagnosis. But with each regular visit to her family optometrist, she became more nearsighted and her glasses became thicker. It wasn’t until a skiing accident led Melissa to an ophthalmologist at age 15 that she learned her true diagnosis: […]
Everyone can suffer from red, dry, itchy eyes from time to time. This is particularly true in the allergy season when pollen is thick in the air and even breathing easy is a chore. If your eyes stay dry all of the time, even in spite of your best efforts to keep them moisturized with […]
The macula is a photoreceptor-dense area at the back of the eye just superior to the optic nerve. Photoreceptors are specialized nerve cells that respond to light and relay signals to the brain. The brain interprets these signals as images. What is Macular Degeneration? Conditions involving this important structure disrupt central vision. The most common […]
The leading cause of reduced vision among children is known as amblyopia. Many people who come across these terms wonder what is amblyopia (lazy eye). This is a condition which occurs when visual development in infancy or early childhood is affected. This condition usually affects one eye, but both eyes may be affected. If amblyopia […]
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