Cataracts are a very common eye condition. They are usually associated with aging and up to 70 percent of people age 75 and over have either had or have cataracts. A cataract forms when proteins that cloud a formerly naturally clear lens impair vision. Knowing how a cataract forms can make it easier to tell… Read More
It’s possible to be too young for LASIK, but can you be too old? The FDA approved LASIK for adults 18 years-old and up, but doctors prefer patients to wait until after age 24 due to the fact that eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions tend to stabilize around that time. But where does that leave… Read More
Spring is here, so more people are starting to spend time outdoors to enjoy the sunshine. However, this means you need to start taking sun protection seriously as well. Most people know that they need to put on sunscreen to protect their skin before they go outdoors. But many people don’t think about how the… Read More
One of the most common questions we hear from patients is, “Why do I need a yearly eye exam if I don’t have any vision problems?” The truth is, no one has vision problems until they do. How are you going to catch an untreated vision problem without routine eye exams? This blog post will… Read More
A pterygium is a benign tissue growth that usually starts out in the corner of the eye and can expand over the cornea. It is often referred to as “surfer’s eye” because it usually occurs in individuals who live in sunny climates and spend a lot of time outdoors. Surfers are at higher risk because… Read More
