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What Causes Glaucoma & How to Treat It

What Causes Glaucoma & How to Treat It Glaucoma is a progressive vision condition that gradually results in a complete loss of vision by damaging the optic nerve — the part of your eye that transmits visual information from the eye to the brain. This damage is typically caused by abnormally high pressure in your …

Traditional vs. Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

Traditional vs. Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), cataracts affect more than 24.4 million Americans age 40 and older. In fact, approximately half of all Americans will develop cataracts by age 75. Fortunately, the way cataracts are treated has gradually evolved and improved over time, particularly with the advent of …

5 Common Conditions that Can Impact the Cornea

At the Florida Eye Center, we treat a wide variety of eye diseases and conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, contact lens-associated problems, macular degeneration, and more. In this article, in particular, we’ll be going over five of the most common conditions that can impact the cornea, such as dry eye syndrome and chronic conjunctivitis. If you …

Why Are My Eyes Dry? 3 Causes of Dry Eye

Did you know that an estimated 26 million Americans have been diagnosed with dry eye disease (DED) and millions more suffer from dry eye symptoms without a formal diagnosis? That’s nearly 8 percent of the population. What’s more, a 2012 Gallup Poll suggested that nearly 30 million Americans will suffer from the disease by 2022. …

How Is Glaucoma Diagnosed?

Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in people over 40. Because it is such a risk for adults, it’s important to understand your risk factors and how glaucoma is diagnosed. Below, an eye specialist in Tampa with the Florida Eye Center will discuss in detail your specific risk factors for glaucoma, how glaucoma is …

What Are Femtosecond Laser Systems: Everything You Need to Know

Laser eye surgery has increased in popularity in recent years because it can treat several issues in the eye, from vision changes and loss to damage caused by glaucoma and cataracts. Laser surgery is fast, safe, and effective, making it the ideal surgical option for many patients suffering from eye injuries and diseases. However, laser …

How to Protect Your Eyes from Digital Strain

With office jobs requiring computer use, smartphone technology connecting us in an instant, and ever-expanding television sizes captivating our attention, it’s no surprise that screens are a modern facet of daily life. You are reading this on a screen right now, in fact, and it’s likely that this is not the only article you have …

3 Ways UV Rays Can Impact Eye Health

Living in Florida, many are aware that exposure to ultraviolet rays of light from the sun can be damaging. However, when it comes to UV rays, more people are aware of damage to the skin than the eye. In fact, Americans are more likely to identify the long-term effects of UV on their skin than …

Why Should Adults Routinely Have Their Vision Checked?

Adults without vision problems may be tempted to avoid routine checkups, and those who require corrective lenses may only visit an eye doctor after losing or damaging a pair of glasses. However, it is recommended to have a comprehensive eye exam annually or every two years, depending on your age, risk factors and whether you …

Is Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) Right for Me?

Laser eye surgery typically calls to mind Lasik, which corrects deficiencies in the eye and eliminates the need for corrective lenses. However, Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT), a type of laser technology, can also be used to correct more serious eye issues, including glaucoma. For this procedure, an ophthalmologist applies an advanced “cold laser” through a …