Cataracts are one of the leading causes of partial and total blindness across the world. Its prevalence has led some people to reach conclusions that could easily be misconceptions and unfortunately many people believe them. The following are typical misunderstandings about this disease and the...
Sight is one of our most important senses. You can take care of your eyes by wearing sunglasses, reading or writing under sufficient light, and avoiding extreme brightness when using gadgets such as phones, tablets and computers. Apart from the obvious, annual comprehensive eye exams are...
Laser eye surgery, commonly known as LASIK, is probably one of the most effective procedures for correcting vision problems. It’s a short operation, taking less than 30 minutes for both eyes, yet the improvement in eyesight can last a lifetime. Although the majority of people who...
In 2015, 21 million people had Lasik eye surgery to correct their vision. But what if you are one of the unfortunate few who isn’t a Lasik candidate? If you are under the age of 18, are pregnant or nursing, or aren’t healthy enough for...
There are many eye problems that most people experience as they age. Continue reading to learn signs, symptoms, and treatment for keeping healthy eyes....
A cataract is an eye disease that makes a person’s vision seem blurry. This occurs due to the clouding of the natural lens inside the eyes. When left untreated, it can lead to permanent loss of sight. Often people with this disease only seek help...
If you have a current prescription and you're sick and tired of constantly having to wear glasses or contacts, you can benefit from Lasik surgery. The key lies in determining whether this type of surgery is for you or not. Luckily, your local eye care specialists...
Pretty much everyone has heard of Lasik surgery these days, a procedure that corrects vision so that the person being treated no longer needs contacts or glasses in order to see. But corrective eye surgery can actually treat a number of different vision problems and...
Once, laser eye surgery was absolutely inconceivable. But today, this treatment can be used to treat a huge variety of conditions that might be compromising your vision. There are lots of benefits to using this surgery to fix your vision problems, but there's really only...
There is only one cataract treatment option that will permanently get rid of cataracts. A lot of people mistakenly believe that cataracts can be treated with supplements, diet, or even Lasik surgery. The fact is, your treatment options are very limited if you have been...
Corrective eye surgery or Lasik eye surgery can be the solution that you need to improve your vision permanently. Deciding if Lasik is an option for you starts by booking an appointment at the Abell Eyes laser vision center. 95% of patients between 1995 and 2003...
Before you jump to LASIK when your vision begins to fail, consider that you may have developed a cataract. If you've never heard of it before, it's a medical condition that causes your vision to become blurry. The lens in your eyes become opaque. There...