What You Need to Know When It Comes to Keratoconus and Corneal Cross-Linking
Do you have keratoconus? Keratoconus is a serious eye condition that can affect your sight and vision progressively over time. Keratoconus occurs when the cornea gradually becomes thinner over time. When the cornea gets thinner, it also becomes more cone-shaped, leading to distorted vision, sensitivity to light, and blurry vision. Many eye doctors begin treating… Read More
5 Reasons It May Be Time For LASIK This Spring
LASIK is a life-changing procedure. It can provide you with the visual freedom that you’ve been craving while streamlining so many different aspects of your life. You may have been considering having LASIK for some time, but you haven’t been able to take it any further. But now is the perfect time to finally schedule… Read More
Why Eye Exams are Safe During the Pandemic
Due to the pandemic, it’s normal if you’ve put off a few things. This probably goes beyond vacations, family reunions, and weddings. Plenty of people have let doctor’s appointments go by the wayside for fear of exposure to COVID-19, along with dentist appointments, and yes, annual eye exams. It’s understandable and preferable to be cautious… Read More
What Can I Expect When I Get Laser Cataract Surgery?
When you have cataracts, they may not be noticeable at first. With age, cataracts are almost inevitable due to the natural lens becoming cloudy. When this happens, proteins in the lens can clump together, making it harder to see clearly. Over time, the lens only becomes cloudier, leading to more severe visual symptoms. The good… Read More
5 Of The Real Reasons LASIK Is Life-Changing
Are you tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses? There’s a good chance that you’ve already considered LASIK, but you’re still not sure if it’s right for you. These days, almost everyone has heard of LASIK. You may even know someone who has had it! It’s become an increasingly popular procedure in recent years, and… Read More
Use Your Flex Spending On Vision Care Before The Year Ends!
The holiday season is finally almost here! There’s a lot to be excited about, but with the holidays also comes another thing to think about. If you have flex spending, you’re running out of time to use it. Not sure how to spend it? Keep reading for some ideas on how you can put those… Read More
8 Cataract Warning Signs To Watch Out For
Cataracts are something that everyone will experience as they get older. But if you’ve never had a cataract, how do you know what the warning signs of a cataract are? Keep reading for 8 cataract warning signs to watch out for! 1. Blurry vision When you have cataracts, one of the most common symptoms is… Read More
Top 10 Questions about Corneal Cross-Linking
Keratoconus is one of the most common corneal disorders in the U.S. today. In 2016, the FDA approved the corneal cross-linking procedure for progressive keratoconus and corneal ectasia after refractive eye surgery. Our very own Dr. Dawn Williams wrote an article in Optometry Times answering the top 10 frequently asked questions about corneal cross-linking:
Tales from Los Angeles
During the first weekend in May, a very important event took place in Tinseltown. It wasn’t a movie premiere or a celebrity plugging their latest product. In fact, it was much more exciting! The annual American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) meeting took place in Los Angeles. While there, our very own Dr…. Read More
TrueTear™ – The New Dry Eye Therapy
Do you have dry eye issues? TrueTear™ could be the product for you! We are excited to be the first practice in Northern Virginia to offer TrueTear™ by Allergan. TrueTear™ is an intranasal neurostimulating device that helps increase tear production for those suffering with dry eyes without having to apply eye drops or artificial tears…. Read More
