What Causes Eyes To Get Dry
Many know that dry eyes may cause headache, pain, floaters, blurry vision, dizziness, light sensitivity and other eye disorders. But what is it that causes eyes to become dry? How is dry eye syndrome diagnosed? Symptoms alone are not enough to make a diagnosis. Everyone is [...]
When To Have Cataract Surgery
Because everyone differs in their physiology, there’s no universal answer to when you should have cataract surgery. Instead, there are different time frames for everyone. As a general rule though, cataract surgery should not be undertaken until it’s necessary. Some people have cataracts which do not cause [...]
The Cost Of An Eye Exam
All too often people efficiently manage other aspects of their health and wellbeing but neglect their eyes. Many problems with our eyes can be swiftly diagnosed and treated before becoming major issues. For the cost of your regular eye exam, you can avoid many complications and long-lasting [...]
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, your body [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]