Millions of American adults over age 40 are living with cataracts. Statistics indicate that about 1 in 6 people in the U.S. will develop cataracts in their lifetime. Because there is no way to stop cataracts once they begin to form, it is imperative that we discuss how to manage the condition and, when necessary, […]
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Latisse is a lash solution that was discovered by accident. Doctors using the medication to treat glaucoma noticed that patients’ lashes grew longer, darker, and thicker. Since gaining FDA-approval as a targeted lash treatment, Latisse has been used around the world by people who want naturally noticeable lashes. Could this solution be right for you?
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Diabetes is a concerning chronic health condition that affects millions of Americans. This disease can damage numerous structures in the body, including the eyes. Because persistently high blood glucose levels can weaken nerves and blood vessels, the eyes are particularly vulnerable to damage. Over time, the tiny blood vessels in the eye can weaken to
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Having cataracts can be an increasingly frustrating way to live. Cataracts cloud vision more and more as time passes. They do not go away on their own and they rarely improve, regardless of how well you take care of your eyes. Once the specks of protein begin to accumulate on the eye’s lens, it is
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Eye exams can feel like one more thing for your to-do list. If your vision has always been good, what is the point of starting yearly screenings? If you’ve been seeing your optometrist for annual vision exams, what more do you need to do? A lot. Regardless of your current perceived eye health, dilated eye
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People with dry eyes endure some pretty uncomfortable symptoms. When they continue for more than a few minutes or do not improve as desired to over-the-counter remedies or rest, dry eye symptoms can be a nuisance. According to studies, nearly 30 million Americans live with this common eye problem. For some, the issue is too
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As we age, we know there will be some changes. We’ll see some wrinkles and may experience aches and pains that weren’t there before. Many people also realize that they may need to use eyeglasses at some point. This is where knowledge tends to end. As your friendly eye specialist, we like to discuss the
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If you’re getting plenty of sleep and taking good care of your general health, you don’t expect to have red eyes every day. Red, bloodshot eyes make you look tired or unwell. Here, we discuss what may cause this condition and what you can do about it. Minor Causes of Red Eyes There are a
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Statistically, cataracts represent one of the most common conditions among older adults. This eye disease leads to clouding that gets progressively worse over time. Although it can take years, cataracts can become bad enough to impair normal activities. When this happens, or before life is severely impacted by cloudy vision, a person can have cataract
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General eye exams are commonly maintained to help people know how well they see with or without prescription lenses. These exams are often limited to reading letters on a board located across the room. While it is necessary to have vision evaluated periodically, this is only the beginning of truly understanding how healthy the eyes
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