Visual evoked potential is a vision test that measures the electrical signal from the retina to the brain. It can be used to diagnose certain vision disorders or to monitor progression of certain ocular diseases. The test is non-invasive and only takes a few minutes to do. There is a […]
A solar eclipse is when part of the sun is covered by the moon. There are partial solar eclipses when only a portion of the moon covers the sun. A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon completely covers the sun. It is very rare, but Monday August 21st it […]
It can be a disturbing and possibly disgusting thought that something could be living on your eyelashes, but for many it is true. There is a group of mite parasites called Demodex that live on sebaceous glands and hair follicles in mammals. There are only two types that live on […]
For patients that have issues with irregular astigmatism caused by Keratoconus treatment options have been few and far between. Typically your eye doctor could fit you with special contact lenses or if the condition progresses enough a corneal transplant would be indicated. There has been research into better options of […]
This is a question we get from parents who are concerned that every time they see their eye doctor, their child’s eyeglass prescription changes. Years ago we may have had some possible ideas on why eyeglass prescriptions change, but not until more recently have we have studied information to help […]
If you don’t have a cataract, chances are you know someone who does. As Americans, we may be living longer, but our eyes can’t keep up. Thankfully, surgery to remove cataracts is one of the most common and safe procedures performed in the country. Cataracts are a clouding of the […]
So many people work in front of a computer screen nowadays that you would probably be in the minority if you did not. Due to the increased use of computers/tablets/smart phones in the workplace it is important to find ways to ergonomically keep your eyes healthy. Here are a few […]
It is that time of year when stores and malls stay open late and you have another shopping list that is not just groceries. It is the Holiday season which means time spent with loved ones and different traditions. One of those traditions may be gift giving. With the plethora […]
Typically your child’s school may do certain screenings in the fall and in the spring. One of these screenings is a vision screening. Usually it consists of your child covering one eye and reading letters on a chart of a wall at a specific distance then switching to the other […]
It’s October, which means Halloween is right around the corner! This can be one of your kid’s favorite holidays and maybe it is a favorite for you, too. Candy and costumes, what’s not to like!? With that being said, it is important to protect your eyes during Halloween. Check out […]
