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How Do You Treat Macular Degeneration?

There are a few age-related eye conditions that are more common than others. One of those conditions is macular degeneration, specifically age-related macular degeneration, or AMD.  Age-related macular degeneration is an eye condition that affects older adults, making it essential to be aware of it. If you’re an adult over 40, you should have regular… Read More


If I Have Glaucoma, Do I Need Surgery?

Glaucoma is one of the most common age-related eye conditions. It’s also a leading cause of blindness in adults over 60.  Often called The Silent Thief of Sight, glaucoma doesn’t present any symptoms in the early stages of the condition. Once it does cause visual symptoms, the damage to the eye is irreversible.  That means… Read More


Can Cataracts Come Back After Having Cataract Surgery?

Do you have cataracts? Are you ready to have cataract surgery but wondering if it’s a permanent procedure?  Cataracts are extremely common. Chances are, you’ll develop them at some point in your life.  Your chances of developing them increase as you get older. Once you turn 40, your risk starts rising.  Fortunately, cataracts are treatable… Read More


Will I Still Need Glasses After Refractive Lens Exchange?

Most vision correction procedures are designed to eliminate the need for contacts and glasses. Procedures like LASIK and PRK alter the shape of your cornea to correct refractive errors like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. But many adults over 40 who require glasses have another eye condition that traditional laser eye procedures can’t correct: presbyopia. If… Read More


Here are Some of the Best Questions to Ask Your Eye Doctor

Are you going to the eye doctor? You should! Routine eye exams are essential for keeping your eyes healthy, especially if you’re over 40 or need to wear glasses or contacts due to a refractive error. Remembering to go to the eye doctor can take time and effort. The first step is getting an appointment… Read More


5 Qualities of the Best Cataract Surgeons in Boston

Have you noticed that your vision is no longer as clear as it once was? Do you suffer from symptoms like blurry vision, seeing glare, or experiencing light sensitivity? These are some of the signs of cataracts. The only way to effectively treat cataracts is to have cataract surgery to remove them. If your cataracts… Read More


What If I Don’t Qualify for LASIK?

Are you tired of relying on glasses and contact lenses? There’s a good chance you’ve already considered getting LASIK. LASIK is the most popular vision correction procedure you can undergo. Why? It might have something to do with the procedure having a 96% patient satisfaction rate. Most patients also end up with 20/20 vision or… Read More


What You Need to Know About Age-Related Macular Degeneration

As you get older, your eyesight will also change. Age-related eye conditions are an inevitable part of aging. Many of these eye conditions also lead to blindness and vision loss.  But you don’t have to lose your vision as you get older. The key is to be aware of age-related eye conditions and schedule regular… Read More


Does Getting LASIK Mean Having Immediately Improved Vision?

Are you sick and tired of wearing glasses and contact lenses? There may be another way if you qualify as a LASIK candidate. LASIK surgery can change your life by giving you clear vision without needing to burden yourself with glasses or contact lenses. The procedure is low-risk and highly effective. Did you know 96%… Read More


5 Signs You May Need to Have Cataract Surgery

Are you struggling to see? Does it feel like you’re looking at the world and everything around you through a foggy or dirty window? Cataracts are one of the most common age-related eye conditions that people will develop. Over half of all adults will have at least one cataract by the time they turn 75…. Read More


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