BE COOL, WEAR SHADES!

Although they are often used to make a fashion statement, sunglasses play a very important role in protecting your eyes from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. Most people acknowledge the need to protect their skin from the sun’s harmful rays, however, many ignore the risks those same rays present to our eyes. Wearing sunglasses … Read more

Eat Carrots To Prevent Cataracts!

Once again scientists have proven that it pays to eat your vegetables. A new study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed that a vegetarian diet may be associated with a reduced risk of developing cataracts. The study administered a survey to 27,670 non-diabetic participants over 40 years of age. The information obtained was used … Read more

Dry Eyes Following Lasik Surgery

Essentially all patients have dry eyes following Lasik surgery for a period of 3 to 6 months. However, only those with dry eyes before surgery will have symptoms. Fortunately, the majority of those with symptoms have resolved their dry eye issue within 2-4 weeks after surgery. There are several possible reasons why patients have dry … Read more