Why Should I Have Cataract Surgery?

Cataract

Surgery for any reason is never fun, so it’s natural to wonder if you really need to have cataract surgery, and if so, why. Before we get into the why let’s first go over a few basic points. What Is A Cataract? A cataract is a protein buildup in the lens that causes cloudiness, directly…

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Nutritious Foods For Cataract Patients

Cataract

Cataracts are unavoidable. They are a natural part of aging, so everyone will eventually get them if they live long enough. However, the process can be sped up by certain factors. One such factor is a poor diet. A poor diet can have all sorts of negative effects on the body, and the eyes are…

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5 Qualities to Look For in a LASIK Surgeon

LASIK

One of the most important things to consider when thinking about getting any kind of surgery is finding out what your surgeon is like. Trust is crucial when dealing with something as serious as your body’s health, and even if it is a surgery as safe and reliable as LASIK, your eyesight is still a…

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What Happens if I Don’t Treat My Cataracts?

Cataract

For many, vision loss associated with cataracts is just a part of aging, along with gray hair and wrinkles. In most cases, cataracts begin to develop after the age of 40, with the chance of cataracts developing increasing with age. What Is A Cataract? A cataract develops when the natural lens of the eye becomes…

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7 Questions to Ask Your LASIK Surgeon

LASIK

You’ve got an appointment for a LASIK consultation, and it’s time to come up with the questions to ask your prospective surgeon to find out if they are the right fit for you. Read on for 7 questions to ask, and the answers you should receive. 1. How long have you been performing refractive surgery?…

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Traditional vs. Modern Cataract Surgery

Cataract

50 percent of people over the age of 60 develop cataracts. Even though it is a common condition, the effect cataracts have on vision can be debilitating. Luckily, there is an option for people with cataracts — having the cataract removed, and the lens replaced with an artificial one. Cataract surgery is a relatively simple…

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Is Your Cornea Thick Enough for LASIK?

LASIK

If you’re tired of having to wear glasses or contacts, you may be considering LASIK surgery. LASIK is a good option for people to correct their vision in a permanent way and most adults in good health qualify. However, there are some factors that may make LASIK surgery potentially harmful— one of the big ones…

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Can LASIK Get Rid of Floaters?

LASIK

LASIK surgery is only used to fix a few problems, but those few problems happen to be extremely common. While LASIK is certainly amazing at what it’s used for, it can’t fix everything. There is a big misconception that LASIK can be used to correct a multitude of vision problems or diseases, and this, unfortunately,…

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Spring Is Here, and So Are Seasonal Eye Allergies

Dry Eye

Spring means warmer and longer days, and that summer is right around the corner. As exciting as that may be, it also means that spring allergies are on their way. If you suffer from seasonal allergies every spring, you understand how uncomfortable and frustrating they can be. If you already have dry eye syndrome, these…

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Can Cataract Surgery Prolong Your Life?

Cataract

  If you are considering cataract surgery, chances are you’re doing it to improve your vision. Being able to see the things and people around you is invaluable, and many of our patients are excited to live a life independent of glasses. But did you know that cataract surgery can improve more than just your…

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