Should I Know What Macular Degeneration Is?

Macular Degeneration

There are a variety of conditions, injuries, and genetic disorders that can affect your vision. It’s a good idea to know about the signs and symptoms of these conditions so they can be caught and treated early. One to look out for, in particular, is age-related macular degeneration. Keep reading to learn more about what macular…

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What Age Will I Start Developing Cataracts?

Cataracts

A cataract is an eye condition that usually affects older people. However, cataracts can begin growing in the eye even as early as a person’s forties. Fortunately, cataracts develop slowly. The visual effects of cataracts can take decades actually to become a problem.  The symptoms are usually manageable for many years until the symptoms begin…

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What Are The Best At Home Dry Eye Treatments?

Dry Eye

Dry eyes affect millions every year, primarily because the eye condition can start for many various reasons. Your eyes need tears in order to function.  If there is a problem with making those tears, your eyes will suffer for it. Itchiness, grittiness, redness, and blurry vision are just a few problems that dry eyes can…

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These Are the Top Eye Care Tips to Follow This Summer

Eye Care

Taking care of your eyes is a job that requires your attention all year round. However, each different season brings on different challenges.  It is good to remind yourself of what you should focus on when the season changes. Keep reading to learn some top eye care tips to follow this summer! Be Mindful of Your Air…

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Does Glaucoma Have Symptoms?

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye condition disease that can cause permanent vision damage. However, it often shows next to no warning signs. Glaucoma, if left untreated, can cause gradual vision loss. The vision changes often start in the peripheral and are so gradual that you may not even notice them until they are advanced.  The best…

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Are You a Good LASIK Candidate?

LASIK

Sometimes, whether you’re a good LASIK candidate or not is out of your control. A lot of it has to do with the state of your eyesight and vision.  Other factors require you to be patient due to how your eyes develop and grow. However, determining whether or not you are a good fit for…

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6 Signs It’s Time For Your Eye Exam

Routine Eye Exam

Do you remember the last time you had an eye exam? Have you noticed that it’s harder to see things clearly? These are signs that it is time for you to get an eye exam. Having regular eye exams is as important as getting your annual physical. Regular eye exams are important for monitoring your…

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