As we age, the chance of experiencing vision impairments greatly increases. In fact, one out of every four people, over the age of 40, deal with a vision problem. Not all vision issues are preventable, but with a healthy diet, you can protect your eyes from further degeneration. The best nutrients to promote healthy vision are; beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc and omega-3 fats. The American Optometric Association recently posted delicious recipes that are rich in these eye saving vitamins. Here are […]

As children we were all warned the perils of sitting too close to the TV, or the dangers of crossing our eyes. But it turns out there are a number of eye myths we believe to be fact that are actually incorrect. Read on to learn what separates truth from fiction…

LASIK eye surgery can be life changing for people who have been hindered by corrective eyewear most of their lives. With one simple outpatient procedure, LASIK can completely take away one’s dependency on glasses or contacts. Over the past few years, LASIK has moved into the mainstream and has become more popular, especially with celebrities like Drew Carey and Cindy Crawford undergoing the surgery. For people who are extremely active or have a profession that relies on perfect vision, LASIK can be the perfect solution. With any medical procedure though there are always questions. Patients specifically ask, “When is the right time to get LASIK? How old should I be? Is eighteen too young?” Read on to learn more…

What is a sty? A sty is an infection of the eyelid. It is usually painful, red, swollen and is not typically related to any disease. It is usually not harmful to the eye or one’s vision if it is properly treated. What is the cause of a Sty? A sty is caused when the Meibomian glands (the glands on your eyelids, where the lashes meet the lid), become clogged or infected. The infection is associated with bacteria; (Staphylococcus aureus) commonly found on a person’s

Dry Eye Syndrome is a condition that affects millions of Americans. Dry eye syndrome is when the eye is unable to maintain a healthy layer of tears to coat it. Here are some tips on how you can treat your dry eye symptoms: And drink slot gacor 2025 plenty of water! Please check back with us for more useful #eyecare tips. – Dr. Richard Elhaj, O.D. Laser Eye Center™