Why we all need UV protection
UV radiation is harmful to eyes. Overexposure to UV can have short-term effects and long-term effects like acceleration of cataracts, and an increased risk of retinal damage. In addition, the skin of the lids โ particularly the lower lids and the ...
About Diabetic Eye Disease
What is Diabetic Eye Disease? Diabetic eye disease refers to a group of eye problems that people with diabetes may face as a complication of this disease. All can cause severe vision loss or even blindness. Diabetic eye disease may include: Diabe...
What Causes Flashes, Spots & Floaters?
An overview about spots and floaters Small flecks of protein or other natural matter are in the vitreous during the formation of the eye and remain in the vitreous โgelโ of the eye (on the inside of the eyeball) โ these are occasionally seen as sp...
Let's talk about Dry Eye
A lot of patients deal with Dry Eye on a regular basis, and we do our best to understand each patient's unique condition and how we can best put together a comfort, treatment, and overall remediation plan. For everyone out there, it's always good ...
Dandruff on your eyes? Well, almost. Learn more about Blepharitis
Blepharitis is a very common condition among all age groups which manifests as the accumulation of skin scales and debris along the base of the upper and lower eyelashes which can lead to inflammation of the upper and lower lid margins and dry eye...
About Glaucoma
Primary open-angle glaucoma is the second most common cause of visual loss among seniors. Risk factors other than increasing age include family history of glaucoma, high blood pressure, diabetes, African ethnic heritage, nearsightedness and elevat...