Tips for Dealing with Age-Related Macular Degeneration – (Part Two)

AMD sufferers will likely encourage family members to get their eyes checked more frequently to ensure early detection. When it comes to advanced macular degeneration,

Rational Causes for the Recent Surge in Dry Eye Cases

The American Optometric Association gives a simpler definition of dry eye, which is geared more towards patients and their understanding of the disease. On the AOA’s

Malignant or Benign – Advice for Dealing with Eye Floaters

Eye floaters go unnoticed most of the time, but sometimes they’re too large to ignore. This week, I’m going back over a story that was

Explaining the Ocular Setbacks Associated with Multiple Sclerosis

While the main cause of multiple sclerosis is still unknown, scientists believe several different factors are at work. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Multiple

Correct Contact Lens Care for Healthy Eyes

A very large percentage of contact lens wearers do not properly follow contact lens care instructions. I’m not biased or anything, but I think it’s

Dry Eye Treatments – An Updated Review

In my first dry eye post, I talked about proactive measures to combat dry eye disease. In my second post, I talked about rational causes for the recent surge

Air Pollution and its Effects on the Ocular Surface

As eye care providers, we understand how a range of factors can impact vision and overall eye health. Oftentimes, patients come into our offices with

Makeup Tips for Healthy Eyes and Beyond

Infamous fashion icon, Coco Chanel, once said, “Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.” Without question, many would agree with the validity of this

First-rate eye care located in Stamford, Connecticut.

Nestled in the heart of Stamford, CT, Dr. Maria Pribis has established herself as one of the more popular eye doctor’s in the region. Her

Examining the Role of Today’s Optometrist

The role of an optometrist seems simple enough. Determine the best vision option for patients. Check for diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Assess