What Does Sphere, Cylinder and Axis Mean?
If you’ve ever looked closely at your eye glass prescription, you’ve probably wondered what the numbers and terms mean. In order to be interpreted worldwide, eyeglass prescriptions are written in a standardized format with common notations. Notable terms include: Sphere (SPH) – The term “sphere” means that the correction for nearsightedness or farsightedness is spherical,…
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Can You Stop the Progression of Macular Degeneration?
If you are diagnosed with macular degeneration, especially age-related macular degeneration (AMD), you may be concerned about the best method for preserving your eyesight. While AMD is a chronic condition, studies have shown that there are several treatments that can slow its progression or reduce the risk of it developing. If you are diagnosed with…
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Why Should I Have Cataract Surgery?
Millions of Americans have cataract surgery each year, with an overall success rate of 98% or higher, and the positive impact on patient vision is obvious. Many patients who choose laser-assisted cataract surgery report improved vision before even leaving the recovery room. What you may not realize, however, is just how much cataract surgery can…
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Is Glaucoma Inherited?
Glaucoma is a term used for a group of diseases that irreversibly damage the optic nerve, potentially causing vision loss and blindness. Commonly thought to be a sign of aging, in fact, glaucoma can strike anyone at any age. Glaucoma can be inherited; genetic and hereditary factors are considered to play a key role in…
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When Should You Have Cataracts Removed?
Cataracts occur when changes in the lens of the eye cause it to become less transparent, resulting in cloudy or blurry vision. Cataracts interfere with the passage of light through the lens of the eye. The lens is a crystalline structure that sits just behind the pupil – the black circle in the center of…
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Does Diabetes Hurt Your Eyes?
Diabetes is a chronic condition associated with abnormally high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. It is the result of a body not producing or not responding to the hormone insulin. Insulin is needed to regulate our blood glucose levels and takes the sugar out of the blood and into cells where it can…
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Does Insurance Cover Cataract Surgery?
A cataract is a painless, cloudy area in the lens of the eye. The lens is enclosed in a lining called the lens capsule. During cataract surgery in Tucson, Our doctors separate the cataract from the lens capsule. In most cases, the lens is replaced with an intraocular lens implant (IOL). In most instances, with…
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What Does a Visual Field Test Show?
Regardless of your age or physical health, it is critical to have your vision checked regularly. Routine vision tests are important for general health maintenance. In addition to evaluating a person’s eyes for glasses and/or contacts, during an eye exam in Tucson, Our doctors will check the patient’s eyes for eye diseases and other problems…
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What Are the Three Types of Cataracts?
A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that impairs vision. There are three main types of cataract: Nuclear Sclerotic, Cortical and Posterior Subcapsular. The types of cataracts are classified based on where and how they develop in the eye. Nuclear Sclerotic Cataract: A nuclear sclerotic cataract refers to the hardening of…
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How Should You Sleep After Cataract Surgery?
Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure completed in under an 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 simple weeks of recovery. Your cataract surgery recovery begins immediately following your procedure. At the completion of your…
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