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Diabetes mellitus is becoming a common health condition in the United States.  Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes has the potential to affect the eyes in many different ways.  If blood sugar levels are strictly regulated, the eyes are less likely to be affected by diabetes.  For this reason, regular communication with a primary […]

“Strabismus” is the term given to the eye condition in which the two eyes are not properly aligned.  In strabismus, one eye is able to look straight ahead while the other eye turns inward or outward. Strabismus is usually caused by weakness in the muscles that control the movements of the eyes, or problems with […]

Cataracts are one of the more common eye problems and conditions affecting Americans, yet there are many misconceptions around cataracts, their effect on vision, and their treatment.  Most people will grow old enough to be diagnosed with cataracts, as they are a normal aging change that occurs within the eye. Cataracts are painless and usually […]

Dry eye disease is an increasingly common condition with many different treatment approaches.  The first line of treatment for dry eyes is usually lubricating artificial tears. However, for individuals with moderate to severe dry eye disease, lubricating eye drops alone may not be enough to relieve symptoms.  Punctal plugs can be a treatment option in […]

Refractive error occurs when the light that enters the eye does not properly focus on the retina.  When this occurs, objects appear blurry and out of focus. Glasses, contact lenses, and refractive surgery are all designed to alter the way light focuses on the retina in order to eliminate blurry vision.  Refractive error is very […]

Daily disposable lenses are a convenient corrective option that carry health benefits and are extremely convenient.  Many eye care professionals and patients find these lenses to be a first choice for visual correction because of the wide variety of benefits they offer.  Whether you are a long-time contact lens wearer, or interested in trying contact […]

Recently, we talked about how vision therapy can help children overcome difficulties in school to become more successful and efficient visual learners.  Just like a child’s ability to learn in the classroom relies on more than the ability to see a perfect 20/20, an athlete’s performance in their chosen sport depends on many more visual […]

Dry Eye Disease is a chronic condition that can require many different management approaches in order to find a successful treatment.  Most of the time, the first treatment option for this condition is frequently using lubricating artificial tears. Unfortunately, this is not always enough to improve symptoms.  Do you have a difficult case of Dry […]

Do visually demanding activities leave you with an uncomfortable headache?  If so, you are not alone. Occasionally, certain eye conditions can cause eye strain and result in headaches, which can last from a few minutes to hours at a time.  Most cases of vision-related headaches are simple problems that can be fixed with glasses, contacts, […]