Signs of Eyesight Problems
Eyesight problems is a broad term used to describe any imperfection in the ability to see. It can refer to a variety of vision issues. The most common eye problems are nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism and presbyopia. These eyesight problems are due to an error in refraction – the way light is bent as…
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Traditional vs. Laser Cataract Surgery
View Video If the lens inside your eye has become cloudy, you may want to consider cataract surgery. During cataract surgery in Tucson, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens (called an intraocular lens, or IOL) to restore clear vision. The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis and does…
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What Does Dry Eye Look Like?
Dry, itchy eyes are one of the most common complaints that eye doctors hear from their patients. People of all ages experience mild to severe dry eyes. Common dry eye symptoms include: Stinging Burning Grittiness Scratchy Sensation Sensitivity to Light Excessive Tearing Stringy Discharge Pain Redness Tired Eyes Heavy Eyelids Contact Lens Discomfort Blurred Vision Dry eyes…
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Average Age for Cataract Surgery
View Video A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens. Your eye’s natural lens is located directly behind the pupil and is made up of mostly water and protein. As you get older, the protein parts of the lens can begin to clump together. These clumps start small but grow larger over time….
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Do Ophthalmologists Perform Cataract Surgery?
Cataracts are a cloudiness that forms in the normally clear lens of the eye, leading to decreased vision. Although cataracts are a leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 40, cataract surgery options offer an easy solution to clear vision for the millions that suffer from the condition. Cataract surgery can…
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Why Do I Need an Eye Exam?
View Video Eye exams aren’t just for those with vision problems. A regular eye exam is important for everyone—no matter age or physical health—to maintain healthy eyes, prevent vision problems and diagnose diseases early. During a comprehensive eye exam in Tucson, our doctors will not only determine your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses but…
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Can I Watch TV After Cataract Surgery?
View Video Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure completed in less than one hour. Cataract surgery has a high success rate in improving your eyesight and should allow you to return to your normal activities, like driving, following a few weeks of recovery. Your cataract surgery recovery begins immediately following your procedure. A light shield…
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Do Kids Need to Have Their Eyes Examined?
View Video Visual clarity is important at any age, but especially for children. If a child is having difficulty seeing clearly, their learning can be affected. To ensure that your child has the visual resources they need to grow and develop normally, their eyes and vision should be examined by an eye doctor at certain…
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Does Everyone Get Cataracts Eventually?
View Video A cataract is a common condition in which a normally clear eye lens becomes cloudy, causing blurry vision similar to looking through a foggy window. A cataract occurs when there is a buildup of proteins in the lens, creating protein clumps. These clumps, or deposits, prevent light from passing clearly through the lens,…
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How Can Myopia Be Treated?
View Video Nearsightedness, medically known as myopia, is a refractive error many people are born with or develop as they age. Myopia is the most common refractive error of the eye. If you are nearsighted, you typically will have difficulty reading road signs and seeing distant objects clearly, but will be able to see well…
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