Macular holes are a less common eye condition, only affecting approximately eight people out of every 100,000. If you know or suspect you have a macular hole in your eye, you likely have some questions about the condition and its treatment options. In today’s blog post, we’re answering some of the most frequently asked questions about macular holes. Keep reading to learn more. What is a macular hole? A macular hole is a small opening or defect in the center of the macula, which is a part of the retina located at the back of the eye. The macula is responsible for central vision, which is cruci ..read more

Did you know that only 35% of people have perfect (20/20) vision? Unfortunately, that leaves the majority of us with less than perfect vision. And even those lucky enough to enjoy perfect vision now will likely experience some degree of vision impairment with age. Thankfully, corrective measures like glasses, eye contacts, and laser eye surgery make it possible for the rest of us to achieve perfect vision if we want it. If you’re not one of the lucky 35% with perfect vision, you either have myopia, hyperopia, or presbyopia. Not sure what those are? You might be surprised to find out that you ..read more

Corneal scratches, also referred to as corneal abrasions, are among some of the most common eye injuries. While they are not typically serious, it is important to understand the symptoms and treatment of them so that you can know the proper actions to take should you suffer a scratched cornea. What is a Cornea? The cornea is one of the main (and most important) parts of the eye. Specifically, it is the outermost part of the lens that covers the iris and the pupil and allows light to enter the inside. In a way, it acts as a window. It is responsible for the majority of the eye’s focusing power ..read more

Cataracts are extremely common, affecting over 20 million Americans. In fact, one in five people over the age of 65 will experience cataracts. It makes sense, then, that cataract surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures in the country. Every year, over three million individuals in America will undergo cataract surgery, which is a highly successful procedure. If you have had cataract surgery in the past or are undergoing it in the near future, you might be wondering if cataracts can come back after the procedure. The short answer is no, cataracts cannot come back after surgery. In ..read more

The eye is a complex organ. Like most of our organs, we tend not to think about our eyes until they are not working as they should or we experience some type of discomfort. But whether we think about it or not, the eye is made of several parts that work together to help us see. You may be familiar with the terms lens, pupil, and retina—three main parts of the eye. There is, however, a large part of the eye that doesn’t get quite as much attention: the vitreous gel, or vitreous humor.  Composed of mostly collagen and water, vitreous gel makes up 80% of the eyeball. There are two parts of ..read more

LASIK is a common surgery in the United States, with nearly 600,000 procedures occurring every single year. Statistically, this surgery has an extremely high success rate; nearly 92% of individuals experience 20/40 or better vision following the quick procedure. While the success rate of LASIK is high, many people understandably have questions and concerns regarding it. One of the commonly asked questions we hear is if you can get LASIK twice. In today’s blog post, we will answer that question for you! Why Would You Need It More Than Once? Before we get into the specifics of getting LASIK a s ..read more

Retinal tears and detachments are related eye conditions that can become very serious, even leading to blindness. Retinal tears are common, with nearly one in ten people developing one at some point during their lifetime. Retinal detachments, on the other hand, are less common, occurring in approximately one in 300 people. Keep reading to learn about each condition and how they are different from each other. What is the Retina? Before we dive into retinal tears and detachments, it will be helpful to understand the retina and its primary functions. The retina is a layer of ocular tissues that ..read more

Astigmatism is a common eye condition, with one in three people experiencing it in their lifetime. If you have any degree of astigmatism, you might be wondering if LASIK will fix it, or if it will impact your candidacy for LASIK. Keep reading to learn more. What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism refers to a general blurring of the vision. It can happen on its own, though it can also accompany other refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness) and hyperopia (farsightedness). Some people are born with astigmatism, while others develop it gradually. Unfortunately, there is no way to prevent asti ..read more

Have you ever experienced eye floaters or spots that seem to move within your field of vision? Seven out of ten people experience eye floaters at some point in their life, so chances are you have experienced them already or you will someday. Today we will be sharing more about floaters and answering the question “Do eye floaters go away?” Keep reading to learn more. What are floaters? Eye floaters are lines or spots that move throughout your field of vision. They are not painful, but they are often accompanied by sensitivity to light. These spots move with your vision, so they will move aroun ..read more

LASIK eye surgery is one of the most common elective surgical procedures in America, with nearly 700,000 surgeries performed every year. With such high satisfaction and success rates, it is easy to understand why so many choose to undergo this surgery. Before making their final decision, though, many people have questions about the procedure, recovery, and results. One of the most common questions people ask when considering LASIK eye surgery is how long the procedure takes. Let’s take a look at this question. How long does LASIK eye surgery take? You may be surprised to learn that LASIK surg ..read more