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An estimated one in five Americans between 65 and 74 have cataracts. This means that the older you get, the more crucial it is to learn about cataract symptoms, as they can significantly impact your vision and quality of life. Cataract surgery is necessary to remove cataracts and improve vision problems. However, you may notice… Read More

Have you ever noticed your eyes feeling dry or itchy? While this is a sensation most people feel from time to time, persistent symptoms are cause for concern, as they can indicate dry eye syndrome. But, do dry eye symptoms always mean you have dry eye syndrome? You may notice that environmental conditions, such as… Read More

When you have cataracts, it can be challenging to perform daily tasks like reading, driving, or cleaning. Cataracts also get progressively worse, so while the negative impacts may be minimal at first, this condition can lead to a significant reduction in your quality of life. However, cataract surgery is a safe and effective way to… Read More

Do you constantly feel like you need to itch your eyes? Do your eyes feel dry and uncomfortable? These are common signs of dry eye syndrome.  Dry eye is a condition that occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly. This can cause your eyes to feel dry, irritated,… Read More

Cataracts are a common eye condition that often occurs due to natural changes that happen in the eye when you age. Cataracts form inside the eye’s natural lens. While you may be able to function normally with cataracts at first, they often worsen. Eventually, glasses and contacts won’t be able to provide clear vision. Cataract… Read More

Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the optic nerve. This nerve sends visual information from your eye to your brain.  Some types of glaucoma happen when there is too much fluid pressure inside the eye. Others happen because the fluid drainage channels are blocked off. Understanding the differences between these types is important so… Read More

When choosing an intraocular lens, also known as an IOL, to replace the eye’s natural lens during cataract surgery, many options are available that impact your long-term vision results. Navigating these choices can feel overwhelming at first glance. By understanding a few key tips about IOLs, you can have an informed discussion with your ophthalmologist… Read More

Diabetes is a health condition caused by chronic high blood sugar. Excessively high sugar content in the blood can wreak havoc on your body in many different ways. Your eyes are no exception. Diabetes can lead to many different types of vision problems. Keep reading to learn if diabetes can lead to glaucoma! What is… Read More

Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition that can cause vision problems if left untreated. As you get older, the lenses in your eyes can become cloudy and obscured, leading to blurry vision, trouble seeing at night, seeing halos around lights, and other issues.  If you’ve noticed changes in your vision, you may be wondering… Read More

Do you have eyelid surgery coming up, or are you considering it? Every year, hundreds of thousands of people undergo eyelid surgery.  Whether your eyes are misaligned, droopy eyelids obstruct your vision, or you would like to improve the appearance of your eyelids, eyelid surgery can make a remarkable difference in your life.  Like most… Read More