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Glaucoma vs Cataracts: What are the Differences?
For nearly all of us, chronic eye conditions happen eventually. Statistics tell us about 3 million Americans have glaucoma. It is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. In addition to this, cataracts affect more than 24.4 million Americans aged 40 and older. By age 75, approximately half of all Americans have cataracts. According to the National Eye Institute, over [...]
Lipiflow Treatment for Blepharitis: What is it and How does it Work?
Few things make life as uncomfortable and difficult as an eye condition. You cannot see, you cannot sleep, and you cannot even look at yourself in the mirror without focusing on the problem. This is no way to live, which is why we want to help you treat your underlying condition. Do you have inflammation around your eyelids? If so, [...]
Lipiflow Treatment vs IPL: Which One is For You?
To say having dry eyes makes your life more difficult would be quite an understatement. It's more than that, though. Having dry eyes is not only uncomfortable in the short-term, it can also lead to irreversible damage in the long-term. This is why a solution is more than just a cosmetic procedure. Dry eyes are not something to "just live [...]
Recommendations Before and After Going Through an Eye Surgery
It should come as no surprise that anytime you are having surgery, this is a big deal. This is particularly true when you have an upcoming eye surgery. Whether it is cataract surgery, LASIK, or anything else, you are going to want to prepare as best as possible, as well as give yourself the proper post-surgery care. If you do [...]
Learn the Difference Between Intraocular Lenses vs. LASIK
If you are struggling with your eyesight, you don't have to live with it anymore. You have options! No, we don't mean the option of either eyeglasses or contacts. You can opt for eye surgery and live the life you've always wanted, free of the poor eyesight that has been holding you back. Before you can run full steam ahead [...]
How Will Cataract Surgery Affect Your Vision?
A cataract is a clouding of your eye’s natural lens. As the condition progresses, your lens becomes increasingly clouded, preventing light from passing through to the retina clearly. This results in a progressive deterioration of vision. As the cataract gets worse, the eye has a harder time focusing. In early stages, glasses may help you see better. As the lens [...]
What are the Advantages of a LASIK Procedure?
Are you tired of wearing contacts or glasses? You may think, "Sure, but I don't have any other options." Actually, this is not true. A LASIK procedure means you could wake up each and every morning without the vision problems that require you to need these items! What is a LASIK Procedure? Your vision problems all boil down to how [...]
What is the Most Advanced Eye Surgery?
You're tired of poor vision. Whether it be from cataracts, nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism, your eyes don't allow you to see everything with the clarity you wish you had. Poor vision can be corrected! You're ready to finally do something about it. The question is, what? You're looking to learn more about advanced eye surgery in Reno, NV. What can [...]
What Happens if You Blink During Cataract Surgery?
Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye. If you struggle with cloudy vision, difficulty seeing at night, light sensitivity, and seeing excessive glare, you may be experiencing the early stages of cataracts. As the condition progresses, eyesight in the affected eye will be impaired. This isn't something to ignore because cataracts will not “fix themselves”, they require [...]
When to See an Ophthalmologist
Most people have a general practitioner or family doctor they go to for general health concerns and annual check-ups, but sometimes you need to see a specialist. If you have a toothache, you book an appointment with your dentist. If you were having trouble with chest pain, you would see a cardiologist. For every special medical need, there is a [...]
