Did you know that all eyes are not always perfectly round? Some people’s eyes can start to bulge, changing their shape. When you have keratoconus, it causes the shape of the eyes to become irregular and affects your ability to see. One in every 2,000 people has keratoconus. It develops gradually, usually beginning in adolescence… Read More
LASIK is a popular procedure, but it’s not for everyone. To qualify for it, you must meet a certain amount of criteria, and some individuals aren’t a good fit. Fortunately, LASIK is not the only procedure that can dramatically improve your vision. Many people are not aware that there is a great alternative: PRK. If… Read More
Are you nearsighted, or do you have astigmatism? When LASIK is not an option for you, there is another way to achieve visual freedom called the Visian ICL. With a million (and counting) lenses implanted and a 99 percent patient satisfaction rate, individuals love the difference the Visian ICL has made in their life. Keep… Read More
There are many reasons that people exercise – increased energy, weight loss, and several additional benefits. But have you ever heard how regular exercise can keep your eyes on their A game? Here is how regular exercise is helping your vision! Living a sedentary lifestyle can put you at risk of developing conditions like cataracts,… Read More
By the age of 80, you have a 50 percent chance of developing cataracts. If you are unaware of how cataracts can affect your vision, it is when your lens that is normally clear becomes clouded. When you are dealing with cataracts it will cause your vision to blur, making it difficult to complete your… Read More
Chances are you or someone you know has dealt with an irritating, common eye condition known as pink eye or conjunctivitis. If you have never had any first-hand experience with the side effects of pink eye, it is when your eye becomes infected and can be caused by a virus, bacteria, or an allergy. Pink… Read More
We all have a couple bad habits that we can’t seem to kick – whether it is biting your fingernails or skipping flossing we are all guilty of something. But what if you found out your bad habits were affecting your eye health? We are here to help! Here are 4 bad habits that could… Read More
It is important to ensure that you are eating foods that are good for your overall health as well as your eye health! I’m sure you’ve heard to eat more carrots if you want strong eyes or fill your diet with leafy greens but what are you eating that could be harming your eye health?… Read More
There are many scenarios you may find yourself in where you are at risk for an eye injury. Whether you are playing a sport, handling chemicals, or in the way of any foreign objects you could find yourself dealing with an eye injury. Don’t worry – they are common and with the right information and… Read More
As we get older we start thinking more and more about health and conditions we may be prone to getting. This is something you think about a lot when thinking about your eye health in particular. One condition that can start to develop as you get older is Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma. This is the most… Read More