IOLs are clear lenses that our ophthalmologists surgically implant on top of the eye’s natural lens which reduces the need for glasses and contact lenses. VIVITY® IOL from Alcon is the newest, most innovative lens on the market. VIVITY® IOL offers the clearest night vision of any range-extending lens and can be used for conditions including cataracts, astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. Make an appointment and speak with your eye surgeon to see if VIVITY® IOL is right for you.
Unfortunately, as we age our eyes and vision change just like the rest of our body. It is vital to keep up with your vision health to detect eye disease and help prevent blindness. As we get older, we are more at risk for eye diseases including cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, corneal disorders, and retinal disorders. [Read more…] about Your Aging Eyes
Sometimes we neglect our eyes, even though they are an essential part of our bodies and allow us to view the world. Here are some things you should be doing to help maintain the health of your eyes. [Read more…] about 10 Tips for Healthy Eyes
Cataracts can cause blindness. If you have cataracts, please know it is much more challenging to remove them to restore sight if they go untreated, making a commonplace surgery much more difficult. Early detection and treatment are vital to preserving your vision. Cataract Awareness Month is a great time to schedule a visit with your ophthalmologist. Contact Grosinger, Spigelman & Grey located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan for an appointment today.
If your eyes are feeling fatigued, there are eye exercises that you can do at home to help improve your vision.
Perform these eye exercises to improve your vision
Palming: Perform this exercise when your eyes need relaxing. This can help reduce eye strain and stress. To do this, cover your eyes with your palms for about 3 minutes, do not apply too much pressure.
Zooming: This exercise can improve your focusing ability. First, stick out your thumb like you are hitchhiking. Slowly move your thumb closer to your face until it is 2 inches away, then stretch your arm back out while maintaining focus on the thumb. Do this exercise for 4 minutes.
Change of focus: This exercise can strengthen your eye muscles by changing focus. Place your thumb 10 inches away from your face and focus on it for 5 seconds, then quickly change your focus to something 20 feet or more away for 5 seconds, and then switch back to your thumb. Do this exercise for 2 minutes.
Infinity Circle: This exercise can improve your eye strength and flexibility. Focus on a wall 10 feet away and imagine an infinity sign or sideways 8. Trace the infinity sign for two minutes, and then trace it in reverse for two minutes.
Blinking: Blinking moistens your eyes which can help you focus longer. For 2 minutes, blink every four seconds. Do this exercise after looking at digital screens for long periods of time.
If you notice any changes in your eyes or vision, don’t wait until your next regular check-up, contact Grosinger, Spigelman & Grey for an ophthalmic appointment today.
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Most of our patients are surprised to find out that women have a higher incidence of vision problems and have an increased risk of permanent vision loss compared to men. Many eye diseases start with no symptoms. Early diagnosis is key to help keep your vision longer. Regular comprehensive eye exams are the best way to receive proper diagnosis and treatment. Contact Grosinger, Spigelman & Grey in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan for an appointment.
American Diabetes Alert Day brings attention to Diabetic Eye Disease that impacts millions of Americans. Diabetic Eye Disease is not one eye disease, but rather a group of different eye diseases that often affects people with diabetes.
One of the lesser-known facts of diabetes is that over time it can cause damage to your eyes and eventually poor vision or even blindness.
One of the eye diseases that may occur in people with diabetes is Diabetic Macular Edema. Diabetic Macular Edema is a condition where vessels protrude in the eye, leaking fluid or blood, which causes swelling and vision trouble.
Some other common eye diseases that appear in diabetics are glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic Retinopathy damages the blood vessels in the retina, causing vision trouble.
There are some steps you can take to help prevent diabetic eye disease, including managing your diabetes as a whole.
Best practices that you can take to help protect your eyes if you are diabetic include:
Remember that vision trouble with diabetes happens over time, so there is still an opportunity to get back into good health and protect your vision. At first, you might not notice your diabetes affecting your eyes, so it is essential to maintain optimal health and visit your ophthalmologist regularly to protect your eyes in the future.
To schedule a preventative eye exam, contact Grosinger, Spigelman, and Grey, Michigan’s Leading Eye Care Physicians, today!
The Easter bunny does not have perfect vision despite the childhood tales that we have been told. Bunnies are farsighted creatures and have difficulty seeing things immediately in front of them because their eyes are on the side of their heads.
SO, WHY DID THIS RUMOR START? [Read more…] about Eggcellent Eyesight
The new Alcon Vivity lens allows a greater range of vision than the traditional standard lens. This new technology is an exciting ophthalmic advancement and may be viable for some patients who were previously not candidates for a multifocal like Panoptix or Symfony. Schedule an appointment with one of our ophthalmologists to see if you qualify for the Alcon Vivity Lens to help reduce dependence on glasses.
