by theeyeinstitute | Mar 5, 2018 | Blog
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in Americans 65 and older. But if you’re like most people, you haven’t heard of it. It’s even hard to pronounce. Because it’s so prevalent, it’s critical to watch for signs of...
by theeyeinstitute | Mar 5, 2018 | Blog
What Causes Dry Eye and How Can I Fix It? Everyone’s eyes can feel dry at times. But if you have experienced scratchy, irritated eyes that are easily fatigued, you may have a medical condition called dry eye. There are two types of dry eye, evaporative and aqueous...
by theeyeinstitute | Mar 5, 2018 | Blog
Although glasses are often a lower maintenance choice, many people choose to wear contacts for comfort or aesthetic reasons. Whether you are nearsighted or farsighted, contacts are a safe, easy way to correct your vision to 20/20. With a variety of options to choose...
by theeyeinstitute | Mar 5, 2018 | Blog
Choosing laser eye surgery is a big decision. Whatever your treatment goal, proper preparation before surgery will help you obtain optimal results, speed up recovery, and minimize potential risks. If you’ve done your homework, then this advanced procedure can...
by theeyeinstitute | Mar 5, 2018 | Blog
It’s easy to take vision for granted when the eyes perform flawlessly. However, when eye problems crop up, it’s hard not to wonder how the eyes work. In a properly functioning eye, a number of elements must cooperate perfectly to create good vision; just...
by theeyeinstitute | Mar 5, 2018 | Blog
Conjunctivitis in Children Conjunctivitis is by no means limited only to children. An infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva — the membrane within the eyelid and protecting the white aspect of our eyes — can occur in individuals of any age secondary...