Intraocular Pressure Test: What It Measures and What to Expect
An intraocular pressure test is a quick, routine eye test that measures the fluid pressure inside your eye, and it helps your eye doctor spot glaucoma risk early and track …
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Glaucoma Risk Factors You Should Know
Glaucoma risk factors are important because glaucoma can damage the optic nerve without obvious symptoms, especially early on. The most important takeaway is simple: if you have certain risk factors, …
Learn MoreWhat Eye Diseases Can Cause Blindness?
What eye diseases can cause blindness? There are a number of eye diseases and conditions that can lead to blindness if left untreated. This underscores the importance of early detection, …
Learn MoreThe Differences between Glaucoma and Cataracts
Both glaucoma and cataracts are physical conditions which cause loss of vision. Cataracts are gradual and painless and are manifested by a loss of transparency; glaucoma, on the other hand, …
Learn MoreLASIK Eye Surgery Risks and Complications
If you’re one of the millions who rely on eyeglasses or contacts, chances are you have contemplated undergoing LASIK. The LASIK technique brings numerous benefits including very little pain, no …
Learn MoreHow Antibiotics Can Damage Eyes and Vision
The eyes are one of the most complex body parts to treat once they’ve been beset by vision problems such as retinopathy and macular degeneration. As medical science advances, however, …
Learn MoreLASIK Eye Surgery: Cost, Safety, and What to Expect
If you’ve ever thought about correcting vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, you’ve probably wondered if LASIK eye surgery is right for you. While the idea of laser surgery …
Learn MoreHow Long Does Lasik Surgery Take?
You may long to be without these devices if you rely on eyeglasses and/or contacts to improve your vision. Inserting and taking out your contacts day in and day out …
Learn MoreCommon LASIK Fears and Myths and Why You Don’t Need to Worry
LASIK is one of the most popular and effective procedures for correcting common vision problems. Yet many people delay or avoid LASIK altogether because of fear, uncertainty, or misinformation. From …
Learn MoreKey Nutrients for Eye Health: Protect Your Vision Naturally
Good vision thrives on more than corrective lenses and routine exams—it begins with the nutrients you feed your body. At Southwestern Eye Center, we empower you with expert clinical care …
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