Putting on a new pair of glasses […] is a simple way to completely transform your look – just like a new hairstyle. {Brad Goreski}
Millions of people worldwide wear glasses in order to see. Many of our patients who require spectacles report they do not like being seen in glasses on a night out or when meeting new people.
Gas Permeable (GP) or Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) contact lenses are an alternative to soft contact lenses. Although they are currently less popular than soft lenses, they offer a number of advantages and are continuing to improve as research and technology advance.
GP contacts are made of durable silicone which allows the passage of oxygen through the lens to your cornea and the front surface of your eye – essentially allowing your eye to “breathe”.
As we all know, the summer can take its toll on your eye. Increased sun exposure, pollen, allergies, chlorine in pools, and increased exposure to sunlight, are a few of many ways your eyes are overwhelmed during the summer months.
As we approach this Memorial Day Weekend,
Do you suffer from a feeling of having chronic dry eyes? Did you know that more than likely, you do not have enough quality tears to lubricate and nourish your eyes? Dry eyes is a common and often chronic problem, particularly for adults who are over the age of 45.
Cataracts are a medical condition in which the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision. There are several types of cataracts, according to location and origin. The following is a list to clarify the types of cataracts.
Germs, low temperatures, snowballs, and icicles. It’s a winter wonderland of vision hazards.
As if avoiding the common cold, or worse yet, the flu was not enough – now one has to consider their eye health as well.
Over the years, we have treated several eye injuries for professionals from various industries. Construction, sports, and medical labs are some of the highest risk industries when it comes to the human eye.
Fall is rapidly approaching. Your eyes have been taking a beating from the hot summer sun and now comes time for atmospheric changes and fall foliage. The following is a must-have checklist for maintaining healthy eyes throughout the year.
