Sports Eye Safety Month

Eye Care Services, Uncategorized

No matter what sports you play, the risk of injury is always present. Usually, though, we imagine the worst that could happen is a twisted ankle or a broken arm. But did you know that over 600,000 sports-related eye injuries occur each year? And unfortunately, some of them can have permanent consequences, leaving you blind….

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Enjoy blade-free LASIK at Jacksonville Eye Center

LASIK

Patients who are tired of wearing prescription eyeglasses and dealing with the struggles of contact lenses may begin to seriously consider the benefits of certain vision treatments available at Jacksonville Eye Center. Our team not only provides LASIK treatment to improve vision permanently, but we are one of the few practices in the area that…

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What is the Kamra inlay?

KAMRA Inlay

Patients who deal with the inability to read without reading glasses may want to find a way to free themselves from dealing with eyeglasses to enjoy their favorite activities. In situations such as this, our team at Jacksonville Eye Center may recommend the placement of the Kamra inlay. What is the Kamra inlay? Dr. Robert…

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March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month

Eye Care Services, Eye Exam

Data provided by the CDC shows that more than 2,000 people sustain an eye injury while on the job every day. Welding equipment causes around 15,000 eye injuries every year. Power tools are second on the list, as they are responsible for about 10,000 injuries. These numbers point to an alarming fact: not enough has…

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How to address farsightedness

HYPEROPIA (FARSIGHTEDNESS)

Farsightedness is a condition that can occur that results in blurred vision with items that are close up and clearer vision with objects that are further away. This condition affects over 14 million American adults in the United States. Also known as hyperopia or “hyperopic vision,” this condition can be easily addressed with corrective lenses…

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January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month!

Eye Exam, glaucoma

Glaucoma usually strikes with no warning. It can cause significant harm and impair your vision before you even notice that something’s changed. Thus, it is pivotal to learn as much about this condition as possible. There is no better time to do that than January — the glaucoma awareness month.   Here are the three…

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What is nearsightedness and how is it corrected?

Vision Disorders

Your eyes play an important role in your everyday life. When problems arise, it can significantly impact your quality of life. Patients who have certain eye conditions, including nearsightedness or “myopia,” will want to speak to an eye professional to get a proper diagnosis and discuss treatment options. What is myopia? Myopia is a common…

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