Today’s cataract surgery is one of the safest and most effective procedures that can be done to correct your vision. Compared to just a years ago advances in cataract surgery have really come along way.
All cataract surgeries now are completed with an Intraocular Lens (IOL) implanted into the eye. New advances allow people to be corrected with Multifocal implants which corrects the distance and near vision or something called a Toric IOL which corrects any astigmatism that the patient may have.
Cataracts are a part of the normal aging process and affect us all. In school, I learned that anyone who lives long enough will get cataracts. Today’s vision requirements are so advanced that many people are opting for cataract surgeries with mild cataracts because of the large impact that a small vision impairment can have on your life. I’m excited about what the future holds in working with our talented and experienced cataract surgeons.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
New Personalized Lenses From Zeiss
There has been an amazing amount of technology that has come out of progressive lenses in the last ten years. Right now, I am most excited about the newest type of progressive lens, called the Zeiss Individual Lens. Each lens is not even designed until a patient’s prescription has been decided. It takes into account not only the prescription but also the type of frame, the tilt, wrap and shape of the frame. It also factors in the facial features of the person wearing it. All of the studies have shown that this will be one of the biggest advancements in progressive lenses since they were first invented. I am excited that we are able to offer this. Click here to see our latest newsletter article about these fantastic lenses.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
New ZEISS Individual™ Lenses Precisely Personalized For Your Best Vision Possible
Personalized products are everywhere. You can buy custom M&Ms in your favorite colors with a picture or personal sentiment. Clothing companies like Levi Strauss and Lands' End provide custom designed jeans.
Computers and cell phones allow you to personalize your home pages and applications. In healthcare, financial services and insurance, highly personalized plans are now the norm, not the exception.
What if you could have eyeglass lenses made just for you?
You can, with Zeiss Individual. ™ Individual lenses are precisely personalized for you, the glasses you select and how those glasses fit your face.
Did you know that your vision is affected by how your nose and cheekbones position your lenses? Taking precise measurements results in more precise vision. Zeiss Individual™ lenses take into account the distance from your eye to the back of the frame, the angle of the frame and the shape of the frame in relation to your face.
Think of it as the difference between buying clothes "off the rack" versus clothes made by a tailor. The tailor takes extensive measurements so that the clothes fit you precisely. When you buy something off the rack, it is designed to fit numerous people within a certain size range. While it might fit you well, it won't fit exactly and may require additional tailoring for a perfect fit.
Ask our staff about Zeiss Individual™ lenses and find out how you can have your best vision.
Computers and cell phones allow you to personalize your home pages and applications. In healthcare, financial services and insurance, highly personalized plans are now the norm, not the exception.
What if you could have eyeglass lenses made just for you?
You can, with Zeiss Individual. ™ Individual lenses are precisely personalized for you, the glasses you select and how those glasses fit your face.
Did you know that your vision is affected by how your nose and cheekbones position your lenses? Taking precise measurements results in more precise vision. Zeiss Individual™ lenses take into account the distance from your eye to the back of the frame, the angle of the frame and the shape of the frame in relation to your face.
Think of it as the difference between buying clothes "off the rack" versus clothes made by a tailor. The tailor takes extensive measurements so that the clothes fit you precisely. When you buy something off the rack, it is designed to fit numerous people within a certain size range. While it might fit you well, it won't fit exactly and may require additional tailoring for a perfect fit.
Ask our staff about Zeiss Individual™ lenses and find out how you can have your best vision.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Find Relief from Itchy, Dry Eyes
Recently Dry Eye has become one of the most common eye diseases that we see. Why do I think we are having this dramatic increase? It is because of several factors:
- Age and medications - People are living longer and taking more medicines. Both of these factors contribute to eye dryness.
- Air Pollution - As the number of cars on the road increase, so does the amount of pollutants and eye irritants in the air that can dry out the moisture levels in your eyes.
- Energy efficient homes - Since our homes are now better insulated, they tend to have less humidity in the air, contributing to tear evaporation.
- Better Awareness - More people are talking about dry eye and know that it is important to mention their symptoms to their eye doctor.
My first treatment of choice for dry eye is a high quality Fish Oil capsule daily (it has to be high quality), hot compresses on your eyes every evening and lubricating drops for comfort. If you are doing these and still have dry eye symptoms of scratchy, painful or watery eyes, it is time for a visit.
- Age and medications - People are living longer and taking more medicines. Both of these factors contribute to eye dryness.
- Air Pollution - As the number of cars on the road increase, so does the amount of pollutants and eye irritants in the air that can dry out the moisture levels in your eyes.
- Energy efficient homes - Since our homes are now better insulated, they tend to have less humidity in the air, contributing to tear evaporation.
- Better Awareness - More people are talking about dry eye and know that it is important to mention their symptoms to their eye doctor.
My first treatment of choice for dry eye is a high quality Fish Oil capsule daily (it has to be high quality), hot compresses on your eyes every evening and lubricating drops for comfort. If you are doing these and still have dry eye symptoms of scratchy, painful or watery eyes, it is time for a visit.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Exciting New Advancements in Contact Lenses
This month, our office is having a special on contacts. There have been many advances in contacts in the last few years, I think now is a good time for people to start looking into them again.
The most exciting thing right now is a new multi-focal lens that is helping a lot of people see like they were 20 again (well maybe 35). As I am learning personally, turning 40 means reading is getting tougher. These lenses actually allow us to see distance and near clearly. I wear the multi-focal contacts to work and I wear Dailies contacts on the weekend. The Dailies are for distance only, and at the end of the day, I just throw them away. Very Handy.
Many people have been told they could not wear contacts because of allergies, astigmatism, or dry eye. New technology now allows us to put almost everybody in contact lenses.
The most exciting thing right now is a new multi-focal lens that is helping a lot of people see like they were 20 again (well maybe 35). As I am learning personally, turning 40 means reading is getting tougher. These lenses actually allow us to see distance and near clearly. I wear the multi-focal contacts to work and I wear Dailies contacts on the weekend. The Dailies are for distance only, and at the end of the day, I just throw them away. Very Handy.
Many people have been told they could not wear contacts because of allergies, astigmatism, or dry eye. New technology now allows us to put almost everybody in contact lenses.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Don't You Want To Try Contacts?
Discover the Freedom of
Contact Lenses
Imagine wearing contact lenses designed to fit your lifestyle. Lens technology has advanced so there are now more options than ever to provide healthy, comfortable and convenient vision correction for virtually everyone.
Some of the latest improvements include:
- Contacts designed to be replaced with a fresh new pair daily
- Contacts that even correct astigmatism
- Multi-focal contacts that correct distance and near vision simultaneously
- Specialized lens designs for more complex situations
Even if you've previously been told you were not a candidate for contacts, recent developments may allow us to provide you a new opportunity. Which contact lens is right for you? Our team of experts are waiting to help you discover the the freedom of contact lenses.
Please visit our website to learn about the latest innovations in contact lenses. To help you get started, use the certificate at the bottom of this message for 50% savings on your personalized contact lens fitting fee.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness among Americans who are age 65 and older.
There are two types of macular degeneration: Ninety percent of people with macular degeneration have the dry type. Dry macular degeneration can progress to the second, more severe type, called wet macular degeneration. In the wet type, new, abnormal blood vessels begin to grow toward the macular, causing rapid and severe vision loss.
Contact Lenses
Imagine wearing contact lenses designed to fit your lifestyle. Lens technology has advanced so there are now more options than ever to provide healthy, comfortable and convenient vision correction for virtually everyone.
Some of the latest improvements include:
- Contacts designed to be replaced with a fresh new pair daily
- Contacts that even correct astigmatism
- Multi-focal contacts that correct distance and near vision simultaneously
- Specialized lens designs for more complex situations
Even if you've previously been told you were not a candidate for contacts, recent developments may allow us to provide you a new opportunity. Which contact lens is right for you? Our team of experts are waiting to help you discover the the freedom of contact lenses.
Please visit our website to learn about the latest innovations in contact lenses. To help you get started, use the certificate at the bottom of this message for 50% savings on your personalized contact lens fitting fee.
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness among Americans who are age 65 and older.
There are two types of macular degeneration: Ninety percent of people with macular degeneration have the dry type. Dry macular degeneration can progress to the second, more severe type, called wet macular degeneration. In the wet type, new, abnormal blood vessels begin to grow toward the macular, causing rapid and severe vision loss.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
The Latest Technology in Polarized Lenses
Maui Jim sunglasses are crafted to offer superior lens and frame quality. The lenses are patented with Polarized Plus2 technology. What this means for you is 99.9% of glare is wiped out and 100% of harmful UV allowing the world's true colors to come shining through.
Most people choose polarized sunglasses only to reduce glare from the sun. Maui Jim lenses combine an exclusive polarizing film, bi-gradient mirror and an anti-reflective treatment not only protect the eyes from the sun, but they also reduce eye fatigue. Your eyes will feel fresh and renewed. The difference is dramatic.
In addition to all the technology packed into these sunglasses, they also offer the latest in style and fashion. There are styles available for everyone from the avid fisherman to the ladies that want the hottest looks while enjoying the outdoors.
Come try a pair of Maui Jim sunglasses and experience paradise from the best angle.
Could You Have Computer Vision Syndrome?
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is characterized by tired and sore eyes, headaches, neck and shoulder pain, and general body fatigue.
It is the number one complaint in the workplace and affects everyone who works on a computer.
CVS is brought on by the way your computer screen works. An image on the screen is made of thousands of tiny colored squares called pixels. These pixels are constantly changing in color and brightness, which causes your eyes to refocus. This constant refocusing is what causes the symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome.
Specialty Eyewear to Reduce CVS
The only surefire method to prevent CVS is to wear specially prescribed computer glasses. These can range from specialized multi-focal lenses to single focal lenses used specifically while at the computer.
However, you can combat the effects of CVS simply by properly setting up your workspace. Place your computer screen approximately 20-40 inches away from your eyes, directly in front of you, and position it so there is little to no glare on the screen. Make sure the screen height is set up properly so that it can be viewed with out looking down or slouching in your chair.
Finally, a desk lamp may be used to provide more light without increasing glare. While proper arrangement of your workplace will help reduce the effects of CVS, you should still consult your eye care provider to fully prevent Computer Vision Syndrome.
Click here to schedule an appointment today.
Maui Jim sunglasses are crafted to offer superior lens and frame quality. The lenses are patented with Polarized Plus2 technology. What this means for you is 99.9% of glare is wiped out and 100% of harmful UV allowing the world's true colors to come shining through.
Most people choose polarized sunglasses only to reduce glare from the sun. Maui Jim lenses combine an exclusive polarizing film, bi-gradient mirror and an anti-reflective treatment not only protect the eyes from the sun, but they also reduce eye fatigue. Your eyes will feel fresh and renewed. The difference is dramatic.
In addition to all the technology packed into these sunglasses, they also offer the latest in style and fashion. There are styles available for everyone from the avid fisherman to the ladies that want the hottest looks while enjoying the outdoors.
Come try a pair of Maui Jim sunglasses and experience paradise from the best angle.
Could You Have Computer Vision Syndrome?
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is characterized by tired and sore eyes, headaches, neck and shoulder pain, and general body fatigue.
It is the number one complaint in the workplace and affects everyone who works on a computer.
CVS is brought on by the way your computer screen works. An image on the screen is made of thousands of tiny colored squares called pixels. These pixels are constantly changing in color and brightness, which causes your eyes to refocus. This constant refocusing is what causes the symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome.
Specialty Eyewear to Reduce CVS
The only surefire method to prevent CVS is to wear specially prescribed computer glasses. These can range from specialized multi-focal lenses to single focal lenses used specifically while at the computer.
However, you can combat the effects of CVS simply by properly setting up your workspace. Place your computer screen approximately 20-40 inches away from your eyes, directly in front of you, and position it so there is little to no glare on the screen. Make sure the screen height is set up properly so that it can be viewed with out looking down or slouching in your chair.
Finally, a desk lamp may be used to provide more light without increasing glare. While proper arrangement of your workplace will help reduce the effects of CVS, you should still consult your eye care provider to fully prevent Computer Vision Syndrome.
Click here to schedule an appointment today.
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