An eye exam is also known as a dilated eye exam or complete eye exam. A normal complete comprehensive eye exam is a thorough examination of the eye which includes dilating the pupil of the eye. Eye doctors or ophthalmologists
For you to know which is the right cataract procedure for you, you first need a complete, thorough eye exam and proper testing of your eyes. There is a possibility that you don’t even need cataract surgery, you may only
The eye doctor has told you that you have cataracts and you are unhappy with your vision. What’s next? The eye doctor is unable to change your glass prescription to improve your vision; therefore, you have decided to have surgery.
My Eye Doctor Said My Cataract is Going to Explode in My Eye! Really!!! Unfortunately, cataract surgery has become one of the most unnecessary surgeries in the United States. Patients are told all kinds of crazy stories about why their
What Kind of Eye Disease is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is not a simple eye disease where the eye pressure is elevated and therefore you have glaucoma. Glaucoma is caused by a variety of etiologies and presents clinically in a variety of
“Doc, how bad are my cataracts?” “How fast are my cataracts growing?” These are two questions I get asked by my patients daily. The majority of people believe that cataracts are a film that is growing over their eyes. This
Dry eye syndrome is a common but uncomfortable condition that causes burning, stinging, itching, and blurry vision. Dry eyes can even lead to more serious complications, like eye inflammation and corneal ulcers. Cataract & Refractive Institute of Florida is proud
Glaucoma is one of the main causes of vision loss and blindness in the world. This condition creates a buildup of pressure on your optic nerve, which leads to vision loss over time. People with a family history of glaucoma
Cataracts are a common eye issue that occurs as people get older. Unfortunately, cataracts can cause blurry vision, double vision, and in severe cases, blindness. People experiencing early symptoms should visit the Cataract & Refractive Institute of Florida in Cape