Eye problems can range from mild to severe; some are chronic, while others may resolve on their own, never to appear again. The articles below will give you a basic understanding of some of these problems and their implications. The cardinal rule is if your eyes don’t look good, feel good or see well, you should visit your doctor.
The following is a short list of common eye conditions we treat, such as astigmatism, dry eye syndrome and presbyopia. For information about cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy please see Eye Disease Management.
*If you like this page, you may like our page on adult and pediatric eye exams.
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We can diagnose astigmatism with a thorough eye exam. Its a very common eye condition that's easily corrected by eyeglasses or contact lenses and on some occasions, surgery.
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Dry eyes result from the chronic lack of lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye, which can cause minor irritations, an inability to wear contact lenses and an increased risk of corneal inflammation and eye infections.
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An eye emergency can be scary, many patients don’t know if they should visit an Optometrist or go to an emergency room. We encourage anyone who has concerns with their eyes to give us a call and our friendly and knowledgeable staff will provide the best advise for your emergency.
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Does holding a newspaper farther from your face help you see the words? You might have presbyopia, sometimes called "long-arm syndrome." We have many options to correct your vision including progressive glasses and contact lenses.
