4 Common Vision Problems
Nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia are the most common vision problems. These conditions are often referred to as refractive errors. Refractive errors occur because the shape of the eye prevents light passing through the cornea and the lens from focusing properly on the retina. The cornea and lens react to incoming light, or bend it,… Read More
Tips For Reducing Your Glaucoma Risk
In order to reduce your risk factors for developing glaucoma, you first need to be aware of what the risk factors are. It’s almost like needing credit to get credit, except in this case, we are talking about your eye health. Risk factors for glaucoma include: Family history High eye pressure Thin corneas Age and… Read More
How to Minimize Eye Strain and Screen Fatigue
Back in the day, you only had to worry about the glare from your desktop monitor. These days, our eyes are bombarded by tablets, e-readers, smartphones, and more — and that’s before we even leave the house. Out in the real world, our eyes are constantly focusing on the various screens we encounter, from figuring… Read More
4 Questions to Ask Your Cataract Surgeon
Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the world, with about 10 percent of Americans affected. In fact, over 22 million Americans who are over the age of 40 are affected by cataracts every year. But what exactly is a cataract? A cataract refers to the cloudiness that occurs in the… Read More
3 Ways LASIK Eye Surgery Will Change Your Life
Have you ever woken up shocked to realize you could see the alarm clock clearly, only to remember you fell asleep with your contacts in? Imagine waking up like that after LASIK surgery — you could enjoy your favorite activities without your vision getting in the way! Over 12 million people in the… Read More
