For those of us unfamiliar with medical terminology, blepharoplasty probably sounds more like an ancient Egyptian mummification ritual than a surgical procedure that repairs drooping eyelids and eyebrows. Blepharoplasty, commonly referred to as an eye lift or eyelid surgery, is sometimes performed for cosmetic reasons. If our evaluation determines your vision is negatively affected due… Read More
You have probably wondered why eye exams matter and how often you should get them. When it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, it’s safe to say most people would tell you the absolute must-dos include eating a healthy diet, exercising and getting regular checkups. Surprisingly, many might not include regular eye exams in… Read More
Today’s all things digital, screen-obsessed world has a lot of people concerned the exposure that blue light electronics emit may cause digital eye strain. Considering some studies suggest 60% of people spend over six hours a day in front of a digital screen, they may be right to be concerned. Understanding blue light What… Read More
What is the Cornea and What Does it Do? The eye is often described as the biological equivalent of a camera. One important part of this camera is the cornea. The cornea is the transparent front covering of the eye which provides protection to the eye’s delicate internal anatomy. It also allows the… Read More
It’s safe to say you don’t have to look far for reasons to maintain a healthy diet. After all, we all know poor eating habits can contribute to some of the most debilitating health issues there are. Conditions like heart disease, high-blood pressure, diabetes, and even some cancers. Nutrition also affects the very things we… Read More
When it comes to your vision, the age-old expression an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, should be words to live by. After all, according to a study done by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, when it comes to ranking the diseases Americans fear the most, losing your sight… Read More
According to the American Diabetes Association, approximately 1.25 million Americans have Type 1 diabetes. As if that figure isn’t daunting enough, 1.5 million new cases are diagnosed every year. One of the more debilitating effects of diabetes is vision loss. In fact, it’s the leading cause of blindness among working age adults. To understand how… Read More
For some patients, cataract surgery doesn’t mean ditching your glasses after the procedure. But the FDA’s approval of the innovative UV Adjustable IOL (intraocular lens), could potentially increase the number of people who are able to go “spectacle-free” after cataract surgery. So, what is a UV Adjustable IOL? Let’s start with the basics. IOL (intraocular… Read More
Randy Jackson and Dr. Oz discuss the importance of comprehensive eye exams. Stop by our Bonita, South Fort Myers, Cape Coral, or North Fort Myers locations to see our inventory of stylish Randy Jackson frames! Check out our optical page to find out more! Click Here
With so many changes to reimbursements, we must rethink our business models. Many of us have heard the saying “death by a thousand cut.” For at least two decades, opthamology practices have been living it. The latest CMS fee schedule results in 3% overall cut for ophthalmology and a 20% discount on all diagnostic tests… Read More
