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Every year, thousands of eye injuries get received by emergency departments after exposure to household chemicals. That is why eye safety around chemicals is the topic of this post and how to respond to a chemical in eye scenario. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), hospitals receive 125,000 eye injuries each year related to […]

Eyelash extensions are everywhere and getting them can be as easy as booking a quick appointment online with one of the many pop-up eyelash salons seen around the neighborhood. They look great, and the process is simple, but before taking that plunge everyone should take just a moment to consider these pros and cons. After […]

The stats are very clear: fireworks if used improperly are unsafe and July 4 is a particularly dangerous time for eye injuries. In the U.S., according to the most recent annual fireworks injury survey by the Consumer Product Protection Commission fireworks resulted in five deaths and 9,100 injuries in 2018. Between mid-June and mid-July, nearly […]

I have done numerous blog posts about macular degeneration and the importance of eye vitamins. The eye vitamins I recommend can be found here and by following this link you will get 10% off your order. After all 1 in 8 Americans over 60 have macular degeneration. Today, I want to talk more about why early detection […]

Are eye vitamins good for you is a challenging topic for most eye doctors. The reason is because some are and some are not. So, to come out and answer a broad sweeping question like that is very challenging. Some eye vitamins have been thoroughly researched. Others just show up on the market under a […]

A twitching eyelid, or an eye spasm, happens involuntary and can be caused by multiple factors. Your eyelid may completely close or suddenly jolt, causing slight discomfort and annoyance. There are three common types of eyelid spasms: the eyelid twitch, which behaves like a tic, essential blepharospasm, and hemifacial spasm. Once you identify the spasm you’re […]

It’s likely that your child’s school may perform a vision screening, but in these basic checks, vision problems often go undetected. It’s important to bring your child in for a proper full eye exam by an eye doctor though if you see any of these 9 signs, it’s highly likely your kid will need glasses. […]

LASIK eye surgery is a long-term investment that pays off over the long run. But, many people cannot afford to pay the costs upfront. Fortunately, there are several options to consider when deciding on your financial planning for LASIK. The cost of LASIK eye surgery can be made accessible through various payment solutions. Additionally, you can often combine several […]

Have you ever woken up in the morning only to find your eyes looking puffy or swollen? You aren’t alone. Our eyes are an essential part of how we communicate and express ourselves. If they look less than their best, we look aged and tired. The treatments below help minimize bags, puffy, and swollen eyes in the […]

As a local Eye Doctor I get asked about using drops instead of Cataract Surgery regularly. The patient will have seen an advertisement on Facebook or Groupon and will have quite a few questions. So, if you are wanting to know if there is a drop that you can use to avoid cataract surgery, this is your […]