Glaucoma remains one of the leading causes of blindness mainly because it is so common and, unfortunately, painless. There are typically no symptoms that would warn someone that they are developing glaucoma until it had already caused much damage. Glaucoma results in loss of vision by harm to the optic nerve at the back of the eye due to the build up of excessive water pressure inside the eye. This is almost like putting too much air into a (Read More)

During cataract surgery, the clouded natural lens of the eye is replaced with a new plastic lens called an intraocular lens implant. Typically, this procedure can be performed under eye drop anesthesia in just a matter of minutes as an outpatient at an ambulatory surgery center. The new lens implant is available in various shapes and sizes. Some are used for those with underlying nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism as well as for (Read More)

As contact lens wearers caring for our contact lenses becomes part of our everyday routine. As with any routine it is important to be consistent but especially with our contact lenses. Following the recommendations given to you by your doctor is absolutely necessary to prevent long term complications. The recommendations are made for a reason and not to just sell you more contact lenses. (Read More)