Blog

If the white of your eye has a section of redness with a bloodlike appearance without any pain, it may be a subconjunctival hemorrhage. This is similar to a bruise on your skin but is located on your eye, rather than beneath the skin. While this can look quite frightening, a subconjunctival hemorrhage is typically […]

Many people want to only wear a single pair of glasses but also want to convenience and protection of sunglasses outside. In these cases, a pair of glasses which can turn into sunglasses outside is ideal. These special glasses are known as Transitions lenses.   Benefits of Sunglasses Sunglasses are very beneficial for wear when […]

Dry eyes are typically only mildly irritating and do not cause prolonged damage to the eyes. However, in severe cases of dry eye, the pain can become much more intense and the damage to the eyes can become significant. The treatment for severe dry eyes is much more aggressive and involved than mild cases of […]

Contact lenses are a popular choice for many people who do not want to wear glasses all of the time. A common question is whether it is okay to sleep in the contacts. As with many things – it depends! There are contacts which are designed to be worn while sleeping and those that are […]

Papilledema is an eye condition in which the optic nerve becomes swollen, or edematous. This swelling is due to an increase in the pressure in the skull.   Basics of the Optic Nerve The optic nerve is responsible for sending information from the eyes to the brain. The optic nerve connects with the retina in […]

When wearing contact lenses, it is important to follow certain instructions to make sure that your eyes are healthy and safe. These habits are good for all contact lens wearers to develop and keep while they are wearing contacts!   Hygiene, Hygiene, and More Hygiene! Contact lenses are a medical device which comes in direct […]

Atropine is a medication that comes in the form of eye drops. This medication has many uses but must be monitored carefully by an eye doctor due to the possibility of side effects.   What Does Atropine Do? Atropine is a drop that inhibits the muscles that constrict the pupil and make it smaller. Thus, […]

One of the most prevalent eye conditions is astigmatism. This condition occurs when the focusing system of the eye does not properly focus light into a single image.   Basics of the Eye Focusing System The eye is designed to focus light that enters the eye onto a point in the back of the eye […]

A corneal transplant, also known as keratoplasty,  is just like any other organ transplant: a donor organ – in this case a cornea – is surgically implanted in place of a diseased organ. This is a complicated procedure with several risks and is often a last resort of treatment.   Importance of the Cornea The […]