Is Drinking Water Good for Your Eyes to Keep Them Hydrated?

Eye Health

Water is essential for the body to help maintain hydration including the eyes. Most people do not realize that drinking water is good for the eyes. However, they do notice the side-effects of not drinking plenty of water through dehydration. How Does Dehydration Occur? Dehydration can occur for a variety of reasons. When you think […]

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Is Blindness Due to Cataracts Possible?

Cataracts, Eye Health

Blindness due to cataracts is possible if cataracts treatment is not sought. Over time, cataracts will continue to develop and, eventually, lead to reduced vision and, potentially, blindness. However, unlike other forms of blindness that result in permanent vision loss, it is possible to restore vision with laser vision surgery. What Are Cataracts? Cataracts are a […]

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4 Common Eye Conditions to Watch Out For

Eye Health

There are many common eye diseases and disorders. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 11 million people aged 12 and older in the U.S. require vision correction, and 3.3 million aged 40 and older are legally blind or living with low vision.1 Many eye disorders are age-related, but some can occur at […]

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What Is Bad for Your Eyes? Smoking

Cataracts, Dry Eye, Eye Health

Most people are aware of the health risks that smoking tobacco products can bring, such as increased risks of lung cancer, heart disease, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and high blood pressure. What many do not realize is that some of these increased risks are also directly related to our vision and can cause vision problems […]

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Debunking the Myths Surrounding Natural Cataract Treatment

Cataracts, Eye Health

In recent years, as people have become more involved in their healthcare and treatment options, there has been a growth in so-called natural cataract treatment methods that claim they can prevent and cure cataracts without cataract eye surgery. What is true and what is not? Let’s debunk some of these myths to better help you understand cataracts. […]

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What Are the Three Common Types of Cataracts?

Eye Health

As we age and get older or develop certain medical conditions, three common types of cataracts can form that affects our vision. While the term cataract is used as a “catch-all” phrase for all three types, it is important to understand each one. What Are Some Causes for Cataracts? Aside from aging and diabetes, studies […]

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5 Signs You Need to Schedule an Eye Exam

Eye Health, General Eye Care

Keep Your Eye Health in Check with Regular Eye Exams There are several indicators that you should schedule a comprehensive eye exam sooner than later. If you are experiencing any of the five symptoms listed below, it’s time to reach out to an eye care professional today. Your Vision is Becoming Blurry If your vision […]

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Am I a Candidate for LASIK Eye Surgery?

Eye Health, LASIK Eye Surgery

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Is LASIK the Right Vision Correction Surgery for Me? Do you suffer from a refractive vision errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism? LASIK is a vision correction surgery approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat these conditions, and many people wonder if they are eligible for the procedure. With most patients achieving […]

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