One consequence of diabetes is dealing with the complications. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, so it’s especially appropriate to learn how you can lower your risk of developing diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness in adults.
Nearly one in two adults in the United States hasn’t had a comprehensive eye exam in the past two years. If you’re one of them, find out why now’s the time to schedule your next eye exam — even if you don’t wear glasses.
Whether you’re dreading the chill of winter or looking forward to weekends on the ski slopes, winter dry eye syndrome can make life difficult. Take heart! There are ways to control the stinging, burning, and itching that come with dry eyes.
Did you know the tiny specks, web-like strands, and occasional flashes in your visual field may be symptoms of a retinal problem that requires medical attention? Protect your vision. Find out when to see your ophthalmologist and why.
Getting a skin cancer diagnosis is scary, especially when it develops on delicate areas of your face, such as your eyelid. Fortunately, it’s possible to remove these abnormal growths and reconstruct the area with oculoplastic surgery.
You already know that sunglasses can help you see better on a bright day, but did you know that wearing shades is also one of the best ways to protect your eyes from ultraviolet light damage?
Ptosis is an eyelid condition that can make your eyes look droopy, sleepy and tired. As the condition worsens, it may also interfere with your vision. Find out what causes ptosis and how we can correct it.
Eye infections can leave you with red, itchy, painful eyes that may be swollen and watery or irritatingly dry and sensitive. Fortunately, most are easy to treat and even easier to prevent.
You could develop glaucoma and not even realize it until it’s too late to fully restore your vision. If you have a family history of glaucoma, you may develop the disease as you get older. Here’s what you need to know about its most common forms.
Do you wish you could do something about your thinning lips and the fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes and cheeks? You can. Juvederm® and Botox® cosmetic treatments can turn back the clock and give you younger looking skin.
People with diabetes are more likely to experience vision loss and blindness. Learn all the ways diabetes affects your eyes and how you can reduce your risk for diabetic eye disease.
Nearly 25 million people in the United States over the age of 40 have cataracts. Here’s a look at what causes this common condition and how it can be corrected.
You may already know about the cosmetic benefits of eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). But did you know it can also improve your vision? Take a minute to learn more about blepharoplasty and what it can do for your eye health as well as your appearance.
Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is the leading cause of blindness in the elderly, so making time for regular eye exams and some modest changes to your lifestyle can be very important.
When it comes to surgery of any kind, it’s hard to argue with a 96% success rate, which is what LASIK eye surgery has garnered since its introduction in the 1990s. Take a few moments to explore whether LASIK is right for you.
