We all know that dry-skin feeling—irritating, scratchy, and tight. Just plain uncomfortable. Our skin needs water and oil to stay supple, soft, and healthy, but dry skin lacks these essential components. While dry patches can pop up anywhere on the body, the skin around our eyes is thinner, more delicate, lacks oil glands, and can […]
With the myriad options available for modern dry eye treatment, it’s important to know how different at-home treatments work to relieve specific causes of dry eye syndrome. Picking the treatment that matches your needs is crucial for getting lasting relief. Eye masks can treat dry eyes by gently warming your eyes to promote healthy oil […]
Blepharitis develops unpleasant symptoms, including redness, irritation, and inflammation. But how does blepharitis develop and can you catch it from someone else? While a bacterial infection may cause the condition, blepharitis is not contagious. However, blepharitis shares some signs and symptoms with common contagious eye infections, such as pink eye (viral conjunctivitis), so visiting your […]
When you’re struggling with eye irritation from dry eye, intense pulsed light therapy (IPL) and Lipiflow are treatment options that can provide lasting solutions to the symptoms. Both IPL and Lipiflow are noninvasive procedures that use devices to break up blockages in the meibomian glands, allowing your eyes to produce fresh, well-balanced tears to lubricate […]
Keratoconus is a complex, progressive condition. As with other eye diseases and disorders, increasing your understanding of what keratoconus is and the options available for treatment can be essential for knowing what to expect when it affects you or someone you know. At a basic level of understanding, you may know keratoconus is a condition […]
The human eye is a complex and delicate organ, and maintaining its health is crucial for clear vision and overall well-being. The cornea is a transparent, multiple tissue layer found at the front of the eye. It must remain clear at all times for clear vision. One condition that can significantly affect eye health and […]
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that affect the optic nerve and can lead to blindness. There are several types of glaucoma, which each affect your eyes slightly differently. The most common types of glaucoma have no early warning signs, making this condition especially dangerous. Glaucoma can take years to develop, and those with […]
Cataract surgery is a common procedure that many people undergo to help restore their vision. While the procedure is generally safe and effective, there are important considerations to keep in mind when it comes to driving after cataract surgery. You should wait 2 weeks minimum before you start to drive again after cataract surgery, and […]
If you’re thinking about having laser eye surgery to correct your eyesight, you’ve probably heard of 2 popular options: PRK and LASIK. While both techniques use lasers to improve vision by reshaping the cornea, they do have their differences. One of the main differences is how the cornea is accessed. In PRK, the outer layer […]
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a complex eye condition influenced by a variety of factors. Macular degeneration can be hereditary and has genetic connections, but there are also other contributing factors, such as age, smoking and exposure to UV light. In this blog post, we will explore the role of genetics and other risk factors […]
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