While no one can stop the effects of aging, there is no substitute for healthy habits to maintain strong and great quality vision. Age-related cataracts are the leading cause of low vision and blindness across the globe, with up to 30 percent of people over the age of 50 developing the disease. Custom treatment for cataracts … Read more
The iLasik procedure continues to reign as one of the most revolutionary laser vision correction surgeries worldwide. When patients come in for a consultation, they often question if it is the right procedure for them. Though it is expected that only you and your ophthalmologist can make that decision, you should always consider your options. … Read more
It is a fact that corneal blindness may affect up to 10 million people worldwide. According to the Eye Bank Association of America, there were about 52,000 corneal transplants performed in 2008, in the United States. Most specialists prefer to attempt corneal transplants by replacing them with corneal donor grafts. If the donor graft does … Read more
As the Official Lasik Specialists of the Anaheim Ducks, we want to express our excitement at the phenomenal season they are having so far. With last night’s win over the Atlantic-Division-Leading Boston Bruins, the Ducks remained undefeated in regulation here at the Honda Center in Anaheim. That gives them a wide nine-point lead over San … Read more
As the holiday season continues, many of us find ourselves surrounded by delicious but unhealthy food choices at every turn. From family dinners to parties with friends, it seems like making healthy decisions is next to impossible. Fortunately, there are plenty of foods that will fit right in with your holiday plans and nourish your … Read more
1.Regular checkups. When was the last time you had an eye exam? If it was at 3 years of age, chances are you’re due. The AAO recommends an eye exam before 5 years of age to check for childhood problems like amblyopia (sometimes called lazy eye) or strabismus (misaligned eyes), and then on an as-needed … Read more
A new study shows that drinking more than three cups of coffee a day can increase the risk of developing glaucoma. The Harvard study, published in Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science, revealed that heavy consumption of caffeinated coffee is associated to developing exfoliation glaucoma, an eye disease that affects nearly 10 percent of adults above … Read more
There are lots of people who do not like wearing glasses or the feeling of contact lenses. They may seek treatment through Lasik, but not everyone is a suitable candidate for Lasik eye surgery. However, those people have another choice in vision correction through Clear Lens Replacement. Lasik is usually for patients suffering from nearsightedness, … Read more
When to Consider a Corneal Transplant More than 40,000 cornea transplants are performed each year. Since our vision plays such a crucial role in what the brain processes, it is important that our eyes always perform their very best. The cornea is the outermost layer of the eye, the clear surface covers the colored iris … Read more
It’s never too early to consider the health of your eyes. Whether or not you have experienced vision problems in the past, taking the initiative to have a better sense of preventive eye care can help avoid serious eye conditions in the future. As with any important organs in your body (heart, skin, bones, etc) … Read more