Orthokeratology, also known as Ortho-K or corneal refractive therapy, is a non-surgical method of correcting vision that involves wearing specially designed contact lenses overnight. Here are times when and why you might need orthokeratology, its benefits, how to access it and what to expect from the treatment. When and Why You Might Need Orthokeratology Orthokeratology is often recommended for individuals who have mild to moderate near-sightedness, astigmatism or farsightedness. It may also be recommended for individuals who are not eligible for LASIK surgery or who prefer a non-surgical option.
1 March 2023
Cataract surgery is a safe and effective procedure that can improve vision for many people with cataracts. Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure that can be performed on an outpatient basis in an office or in a hospital. When you have cataracts, your lens becomes cloudy, which affects how you see. The goal of cataract surgery is to replace the cloudy lens with a clear artificial one, which will allow light to pass through more easily and improve your vision after surgery.
23 June 2022
Glaucoma is an eye illness that you may hear about when you go to the optometrist. An optometrist may mention the need to test for the illness. Many optometrists do not mention it beyond that point. If your optometrist tells you that you have glaucoma, then eye surgery may be necessary. Here are a few things to know about this type of eye surgery and what to expect from your surgeon.
27 August 2021
If you are like many people, you probably take your vision and eye health for granted. Unfortunately, you can lose your sight slowly due to neglected eye health and eye problems. Some of the things that lead to poor eye health include poor eating habits, age, constant exposure to the sun, and spending long hours on phone or computer screens. One of the best ways to maintain your eye health is by visiting your optometrist regularly, whether you are using eyewear or not.
30 December 2020
An eye surgeon is an eye doctor who is qualified and licensed to conduct eye surgery. You should know the different eye doctors so that you don't confuse them. You should also know how they can help you treat eye problems. What Are the Different Types of Eye Surgeons? Optometrists are the eye doctors you visit if you are experiencing any problems with your eyes. They'll examine you, diagnoses the condition, treats or refers you to an eye specialist who is more capable of treating your eye condition.
30 June 2020
There are a number of steps that you can take to reduce your risk of developing serious eye problems. Read on to find out what these steps are. Inform your optometrist of any significant health conditions that you develop If you develop any significant health conditions (i.e. conditions which require medication or regular treatment), it is very important to tell an eye doctor about these conditions during your next appointment.
26 April 2018
Cataracts are usually associated with older people, and indeed it's the elderly who are most at risk of developing this eye condition. But that doesn't mean that people of other ages don't develop cataracts sometimes. Even very young children can have cataracts—a condition known as congenital or infantile cataracts. It can be difficult to tell, especially if the child is too young to tell you about visual problems. This puts them at risk of developing serious sight problems, so it's important to be aware of any signs of cataracts.
21 August 2017
