When Does Glaucoma Treatment Become Necessary?

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Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. There is no cure for glaucoma, and the damage caused by it is irreversible. However, swift treatment can stop it from progressing and ultimately save your vision. About three million people in the United States are living with glaucoma.  Although, according to the CDC, half of them do…

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Does Everyone Need to Have Cataract Surgery?

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Like gray hair and wrinkles, cataracts are an inevitable part of the aging process. Because of this, there is no way to prevent them. Eventually, everyone will develop cataracts. The only way to treat a cataract is through cataract surgery.  Cataract surgery has become one of the most common and effective eye-related procedures available. Keep…

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When LASIK Isn’t an Option, Should You Consider PRK?

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Have you been told you don’t qualify for LASIK? That doesn’t mean your only option for clear vision is wearing glasses or contacts.  As with any procedure, not everyone is a good candidate for LASIK. There are several factors that can affect your candidacy, from thin corneas to dry eyes. Thankfully, while LASIK is a…

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Make Readers a Thing of the Past After Refractive Lens Exchange

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Are you tired of wearing reading glasses whenever you need to see something up close? Nearly everyone will need to rely on readers at some point in their life, though it’s most common in their forties or fifties.  As you age, your eyes lose their ability to focus on nearby objects due to decreasing elasticity…

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Why Vision Correction is the Ultimate Investment

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Do you wear glasses or contacts? If you do, you know how much of a bother they can be.  Glasses and contacts aren’t something you can just put on in the morning and forget about the rest of the day. They can be downright inconvenient, from having to wipe fogged-up glasses to wasting time buying…

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Will Botox for Migraines Work?

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Do you suffer from migraines? If you do, you’re all too familiar with the throbbing pain, light sensitivity, nausea, and other symptoms they can bring.  Migraines can be debilitating. Many patients must stop what they’re doing and lie down to ease the pain.  Pain relievers are another common way to cope, but continuously taking medication…

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5 Places to Go that Make Jacksonville More Fun After LASIK

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Do you hate waking up every morning with blurry vision or fumbling to find your glasses? These may be minor frustrations, but they can make living in a place as extraordinary as Jacksonville feel like you’re missing out on experiencing its full potential. Jacksonville is home to miles and miles of gorgeous, white sand beaches…

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