When you don’t have enough tears to lubricate and nourish your eyes, you have what’s known as dry eye. This is a common, often chronic problem for many people, especially as they age. Here are some frequently asked questions about dry eye and ways you can treat it. What is dry eye? Dry eye is […]
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Inward- or outward-turned eyelids are more than just uncomfortable or painful. Not getting treatment can lead to permanent damage to your vision. Read on for more information on these mostly age-related conditions and what you can do to treat them. Inward-turned eyelids – Entropion Entropion is a condition where your eyelid turns inward and eyelashes
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As people grow tired of wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses, they often seek permanent vision correction. As the procedure of choice, Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) offers patients the chance to get 20/20 vision or better with minimal discomfort and a quick recovery time. While LASIK has a great track record with rare complications, there are
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Too much digital screen time can take its toll on your eyes. Your eyes can feel dry and tired, and your vision becomes blurry by the end of the day. Whether you’re looking at your smartphone, tablet, computer or other screens, you can take some steps to prevent or reduce eyestrain. Read on for some
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Diabetes can wreak havoc by damaging blood vessels all over the body, and the eyes are one area of the body that can be severed damaged. Certain eye problems such as diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic macular edema can cause poor vision and even the loss of sight. By managing your diabetes well, you
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Botox is one of the world’s most well-known brand names. But do you know why? Botox is the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedure or “wrinkle eraser” around. Read on for six reasons why you should be getting Botox injections. Botox is a safe wrinkle treatment. Botox is an FDA-approved treatment for the reduction of facial
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Anytime you are out in the sun, no matter what time of year, it’s crucial that you protect your eyes from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays. Here are some reasons why you want to take care of your eyes and the simple things you can do starting now. UV damage to eyes and surrounding skin
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Most people who have worn glasses or contacts have wondered what it would be like to ditch the lenses and have LASIK laser vision correction. But how do you know if you’re a good candidate for this procedure? We break down some of the key criteria to consider as you prepare for your consultation with
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The first signs of aging show on our face and usually around the eyes. Our eyes can make us appear tired, sad or older than we actually are. Blepharoplasty, also known as an eyelid lift or eyelid surgery, is a surgery that reduces the signs of aging and restores a more youthful, alert appearance to
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Cosmetic injectables are big business and are the hottest non-surgical cosmetic treatment in the world. BOTOX may be the most popular, but it treats only one type of wrinkle. Dermal fillers are different than BOTOX but have the same goal – to erase wrinkles with little to no downtime. Read on to learn more about
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