After Cataract Surgery: What You Need to Know
The clouding caused by cataracts can seriously affect a person’s quality of life. Fortunately, cataract surgery can correct the problem. The surgeon removes the lens and replaces it with an artificial lens. It is a relatively quick procedure with a fast recovery time that restores a person’s quality of life. Vision Quality After Surgery Some… Leer más
Conjunctivitis: What is Pink Eye and How Can I Avoid It?
Conjunctivitis, or “Pink Eye” as it is more commonly known, is a common eye problem that can be treated relatively easily and avoided using a few simple precautions. Pink eye is something anyone can develop, but it is seen more prominently among younger age groups where children are less cautious about exposure to germs. Students… Leer más
If You Have Diabetes, Can You Get LASIK?
Diabetes can have a significant impact on eye health. Diabetic retinopathy is the most common diabetes-related eye problem because it affects the blood vessels in the retina. It can result in vision loss. Diabetic macular edema is another issue faced by diabetics, as it is a result of diabetic retinopathy. Diabetics are also at a… Leer más
5 Tips to Keep Your Eyes Healthy
Like the rest of our bodies, our eyes are affected by our health, so it is important that we keep our health in our consideration if we want to maintain good vision. Here are a few easy ways you can help to maintain the health of your eyes as you get older. Eat right: Eating… Leer más
Dr. Werner talks about Corneal Cross-Linking
The cornea is the front portion of the eye and in most patients is a round clear dome. Because it is round and clear it lets light into the eye and this is integral to good vision. However, in some patients the cornea can assume an abnormal shape. When this shape becomes like a cone… Leer más
