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Sometimes, your eyes might not make enough tears or produce poor-quality tears. This leads to increased evaporation of tears or inadequate moisture, causing dry eyes. Dry eye is a progressive condition that worsens without treatment. What’s more, the changing seasons can trigger dry eye symptoms due to different reasons. Keep reading to learn more about […]
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PRK and LASIK are very safe and effective permanent vision correction procedures. Both procedures aim to provide you with greater visual freedom and reduce your dependency on contact lenses and glasses. The primary difference between the two is the surgical technique and process that occurs during the procedure. Not everyone is a good candidate for […]
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General Eye Care
Allergy season makes everything more difficult, including combating dry eye. If your eyes are already itching, stinging, red, or puffy, adding pollen into the mix doesn’t help. Luckily, there are steps that you can take to make sure that this allergy season doesn’t overwhelm you. Keep reading to learn some ways to help your dry […]
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LASIK
Not a LASIK candidate but you want to fix your vision? You could qualify for a procedure called PRK instead! PRK, or photorefractive keratectomy, is a valid alternative to LASIK surgery. In fact they are actually quite similar. Both surgeries involve reshaping the cornea. By reshaping the cornea, light passing through the eye can focus […]
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LASIK
The unfortunate truth about LASIK is that it is not a one size fits all procedure. LASIK isn’t safe for everyone and anyone to receive it. This can be due to many different reasons. These reasons are often referred to as “LASIK candidacy requirements”. Because LASIK is an elective procedure, there are quite a few […]
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Cataract
As with any kind of surgery, cataract surgery can exact a sizable toll on a person. Compared to other procedures, recovery from cataract surgery is usually much easier. Want to have the best cataract surgery recovery possible? Keep reading for 3 tips that will help you make the most of your recovery! Be Extra Careful […]
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a very common age-related condition affecting millions of Americans every year. Because untreated glaucoma results in loss of vision, it is important to know what’s a myth! Keep reading and find out the real facts about this eye condition! Glaucoma Myth #1: Perfect vision means I’m safe from developing glaucoma. Did you know that […]
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General Eye Care
Have dry or itchy eyes? You may have chronic dry eye! Chronic dry eye can be caused by a multitude of factors and is usually due to a combination of them. These factors include your environment, aging, side effects, and more! If you’re tired of dry eye sucking you dry, keep reading to find out […]
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Many people suffer from corneal issues which can cause problems with their vision. Problems like keratoconus, thin corneas, scarring, ulcers, and swelling can be corrected. This could be corrected with a surgery called a cornea transplant. If you have any of these conditions, it is a good idea to speak with your eye doctor about […]
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The notion of getting a corneal transplant can be a scary one. After all, our eyes are some of the most important organs in our body! Any surgery comes with risks, and a corneal transplant is no exception. There are situations where getting a corneal transplant may become necessary. Keep reading to learn 5 ways […]
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