Understanding Cataracts: What They Are & How to Treat Them
Cataracts are a common vision problem that affects more than 24.4 million people over the age of 40 in the…Red Eye, Pink Eye, & Dry Eye: What Do I Have & How Do I Treat It?
Red eye, pink eye, and dry eye all sound similar, but each are unique conditions with different causes and treatments.…Toric Lens Implants and Astigmatism
If you wear glasses or contacts, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the word “astigmatism.” In fact, most people—even those…Optical Illusions: Trickery of the Eye
How exactly DO optical illusions work? Optical illusions gain their allure from the ways in which our visual abilities and…What Happens to Your Eyes as You Age?
We all know that as we age our bodies change drastically. Over time, our skin loses its elasticity, hearing begins…Is Color Blindness Hereditary?
Simply put, yes, color blindness is a hereditary condition. The genetics of exactly how heritable color blindness moves through families,…January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month
According to statistics from the National Eye Institute, more than 3 million Americans currently suffer from glaucoma. By 2030, the…LASIK – Throw Away Your Glasses and Contacts
Despite the fact that glasses have become quite the fashion statement in the last decade or so, there are still…Tips for Preventing Eye Disease
Preventive care is your first line of defense against eye disease. Vision problems tend to increase with age, and early…