Eye Exams

In these modern days of LASIK vision technology, the simple but comprehensive eye exam may not be something we talk about enough. After all, it’s not break through or revolutionary. That might be the reason why an eye exam isn’t on your list of necessary annual health checks. And we want to help educate our …

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The key to overall health Prevention! It’s just common sense and the key to overall health! Prevention is why we visit the doctor and dentist regularly, even when we think we’re doing great. And occasionally those regular check-ups reveal problems that can be addressed because they were discovered early. Unfortunately, we don’t always give our …

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You probably haven’t heard of Keratoconus. It’s an eye condition that is less well known than astigmatism, cataracts, glaucoma or other eye conditions. Keratoconus is found in approximately one in every one-thousand people; it affects people from different walks of life, geographic regions, and ethnic backgrounds. It’s a rare condition that is usually diagnosed in …

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You just do it. You don’t even have to think about it…unless you actually DO stop and think about it. Your somatic nervous system takes care of it for you. What is it? It’s blinking. And it’s one of the ways your eyes protect themselves. You don’t pay attention to it, that’s true, but blinking …

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The basic, simple, comprehensive eye exam is not often discussed in these days of LASIK technology. However, if it isn’t already, a yearly, comprehensive eye exam should be on your list of annual check-ups. It’s important to understand that checking your vision is an important component to checking your overall health. No matter your current …

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Often when people get into the habit of doing something, they stop asking questions— specifically when it comes to their health. Like one of those things, eye examinations are something that many patients do year after year without knowing much about them. To help you feel more informed before going into your next examination, we …

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If you are like most people, your list of things to accomplish in 2018 extends a mile long— with hopes of getting to number two on your list without falling apart. And although losing weight and growing your hair out may be topping your list of priorities in 2018, consider adding “Get an Eye Exam” …

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Taking good care of your eyes doesn’t have to be a difficult task. Here at Longwood Eye & LASIK Center, we know just how busy your life can be and what to make it easier. To help keep your eyes in the best shape possible, we have created a list of three simple eye care …

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