Why Do Some People Blink More?
Wondering why some people blink more and some don’t? The average American adult blinks a whopping 29,000 times every day. That’s around 1,300 times each hour. The reason for this blinking is linked to the lubrication of your eyes. What blinking does Each time you blink, [...]
What Are The Symptoms of Glaucoma?
You had glaucoma tests at your annual eye exam, but you may wonder, what are the symptoms of glaucoma? This eye disease can quickly become a serious illness. In fact, it is one of the leading causes of partial or total blindness worldwide. That is why it is so important [...]
Find the Right LASIK Surgeon
By Stephanie Dello Russo, New Jersey Eye Center With the rise of corporate, hedge-fund owned LASIK centers in the metro area, there has been a spate of misinformation presented to potential LASIK clients. Often, these companies are headquartered in Canada, South Florida, and parts unknown. They are usually sheltered and [...]
10 Interesting Facts About Cataracts
Cataracts affect one in six people over 40 in the US. They are the most common cause of blindness and vision loss in adults. But despite their frequency, a lot of people don’t know much about this condition. With that in mind, here are ten interesting facts about cataracts [...]
Blocked Tear Duct: Signs, Symptoms, and Causes
Blocked tear ducts are a common eye condition that causes tear duct obstruction. When left untreated, blocked ducts can lead to a wide array of problems. This issue is more often found in babies than in adults. In fact, 1 out of 20 babies is born with a tear [...]
What To Do For Dark Shadows Under The Eyes
It’s something we have all looked in the mirror and seen--dark shadows under our eyes. Commonly known as bags, these dark circles can affect everyone, men, women, the young, or the older generations. They can appear after a heavy night drinking alcohol. But we even see them after having [...]
Six Best Remedies For Dry Eyes
One of the most common eye conditions that people complain of is dry eye syndrome. It occurs when there is a lack of lubrication. The moisture in our eyes is provided by tears. When we do not produce enough, or if they are of a poor quality, then dry [...]
February is Macular Degeneration Awareness Month
Age-related macular degeneration is a common condition which many of us have never heard of. In the US alone, it’s estimated that over 9 million people suffer from it. This number is expected to double by the year 2050. Macular degeneration is also the leading cause of blindness among [...]
Why Rubbing Your Eyes Can Be Dangerous
Think about how often you find yourself rubbing your eyes? For the majority of us, it is something we do on a regular basis. It’s a natural reaction whenever our eyes are sore or itchy. Rubbing can provide relief when we are tired and especially during the allergy seasons. [...]
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
With good reason, January has been declared the Glaucoma Awareness month — the stealth sight-stealing disease. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually, painlessly, and quietly damages the eye’s optic nerve, resulting in vision loss or blindness. Think of the [...]