As we move through 2024, advancements in technology and shifts in healthcare priorities are bringing about significant changes in eye exams. Keeping up with these trends can help you ensure the best care for your vision. Here’s a look at the latest trends in eye exams this year. 1. Increased Use of AI and Machine […]
Read MoreCataract Surgery, cataracts, Eye Health, Eyes, IOL
Cataract surgery is one of the most common and effective procedures performed to restore vision. In recent years, advancements in technology have significantly enhanced the precision and outcomes of cataract surgery, offering patients improved safety, quicker recovery, and better visual results. Here’s a brief overview of why advanced technology is crucial in modern cataract surgery. […]
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As we celebrate Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month this August, it’s the perfect time to focus on the importance of eye care for children. Eye health is not only vital for clear vision but also plays a crucial role in a child’s overall development and academic success. Ensuring that children maintain good eye health […]
Read MoreBlog Category, Dry Eye Disease, Dry Eye Syndrome, Eyes, kids, reading problems, The Eye Associates, tired eyes
Electronic devices. Our kids were raised with them. They can’t imagine life without them. And neither can we. But how are they affecting our kids’ eyes? We know first hand the strain that we feel after a long period at the computer. But what about our kids? According to the American Optometric Association, 83 % […]
Read Moreastigmatism, bladeless, Bladeless LASER Cataract Surgery, Cataract Surgery, cataracts, Clear Lens Replacement, CLR, Dr. Brian Foster, Dr. Cathleen McCabe, Dr. Robert Friedman, eye condition, eye disease, Eyes
Astigmatism is often incorrectly thought of as an eye disease or eye health problem. It is simply a very common focusing problem that is caused by an irregularity of the curvature of the cornea (the front of the eye). Often in layman’s terms, the astigmatic eye’s curvature is compared to the shape of a football […]
Read MoreBlog Category, Dr. Robert Friedman, Eyes, Glaucoma, loss of sight, OCT, Poor vision, Uncategorized, vision loss
Everyone knows what glaucoma is. – That is FALSE – A Prevent Blindness America Survey found that 50% had heard of glaucoma, but weren’t sure what it was. Another 30% of people had never even heard of glaucoma. The ones that had heard of glaucoma thought it was easily cured and did not lead to […]
Read MoreAMD, Amsler Grid, AREDS, ARMD, Dr. BJ Ahn, Dr. Josh Mali, Eyes, loss of sight, low vision, Macular Degeneration, Retina, Uncategorized, vision loss, vitamins
Do you have dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? Studies show that up to 43% of dry macular degeneration patients progress to wet AMD. The progression can be so subtle that you may not even notice it at first. Since our brain can compensate for poor vision in one eye by filling in missing areas, often […]
Read MoreBlog Category, Dr. Brian Foster, Dr. Richard Hector, Dr. Scott Han, Dry Eye Disease, Dry Eye Syndrome, dry eyes, eye drops, eye infections, eyelids, Eyes, Poor vision, tired eyes
Dry Eye Disease is among the most common eye conditions in the United States. Did you know that over 60% of menopausal women are affected by Dry Eyes Disease (DED) and don’t even realize it? Yes, they know that their eyes burn and are dry, red and irritated. And they know that sometimes their eyes even water excessively. […]
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