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As the holidays approach, you may be planning to travel to see family and friends, or maybe just to take a much-needed vacation. Whether you are preparing for a short road trip or an intercontinental flight, you should keep your eyes in mind. To make it easy for you, we have …
Many of you reading this article may not have realized that cataract surgery has evolved rapidly in the past 3-4 years. This pace of change pales in comparison to how the procedure has evolved in the past 50 years. For perspective, the procedure started off around 2000 years ago by …
There are many reasons to love fall: bonfires, apple picking, hayrides, pumpkin pie, and even simply breathing in the crisp autumn air. Along with these delights, fall can also bring dry eyes, allergies, and other eye irritants. Luckily, there are steps you can take to keep your eyes happy and …
By Priyal Gadani, O.D., F.A.A.O. The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped outermost tissue of the eye, which is sometimes referred to as the window to the eye. The cornea focuses light through the lens onto the retina. A diseased or injured cornea can cause significantly decreased vision, pain, or discomfort. …
The types of eyelid surgery Medical vs Cosmetic Surgeries We offer a number of surgical and non-surgical treatments for patients who want to fight the signs of aging and achieve a more youthful, refreshed appearance. For many, when the area surrounding the eyes begins to age, it can affect a …
As Halloween approaches, people are beginning to plan their costumes. For the most dedicated Halloween revelers, that costume might include decorative contact lenses that change the appearance of the eye. At Milan Eye Center, we strive not only to treat eye maladies but to prevent them from the start. In …
Pumpkins are not just a favorite fall decoration; they also make an appearance on many an autumn menu. That is good news for your taste buds and great news for your eyes. Pumpkins are rich in zinc, vitamin C, vitamin A, lutein, and zeaxanthin, making them a treat for your …
Cataract Treatment by Symfony Lens A cataract forms when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, causing decreased vision. During surgery the cataract is removed through a small incision and replaced with a clear artificial lens. Standard monofocal lenses have been used for many years and allow a patient’s vision to …
The cornea is the strongest refracting surface of the eye. It is, essentially, the window of the eye. It is made of several layers of tissue. The epithelial layer is the outermost layer. It has 5-7 cell layers and averages approximately 50 microns thick. The next layer is Bowman’s layer. …
It can be difficult to know what foods are truly good for your health and vision. There is a lot of advice out there, and not all of it is well-founded. For example, carrots are commonly thought to help improve vision. However, research has shown that carrots, while good for …