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Regular eye examinations are crucial to maintaining optimal eye health and vision. At the Laser Eye Center of Miami, we strive to provide our patients with a comprehensive and comfortable experience. Here’s what you can expect during your annual eye examination.
Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye conditions that can affect people with diabetes. These include diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, cataracts, and glaucoma. Each of these conditions can lead to severe vision loss or blindness if not treated properly. Understanding and recognizing the symptoms early can help in managing and preventing serious complications. The Laser Eye Center of Miami is dedicated to providing comprehensive care and education to help our patients maintain their eye health.
At Laser Eye Center of Miami, we prioritize your eye health and are committed to helping you understand how to protect your eyes from sun damage. Just as you protect your skin from harmful UV rays, it’s equally important to safeguard your eyes. Here are some essential tips to keep your eyes safe from the sun.
Miami is famous for its sunshine. While the sun is good for the soul, it may not be as kind to your eyes. That’s because ultraviolet (UV) rays pose health risks to your eyes. Here, the renowned eye doctors at Laser Eye Center of Miami explain how UV rays can damage your eyes, as well as some steps you can take to protect yourself from this harm.
When it comes to eliminating your dependence on prescription lenses, LASIK is hardly the only refractive surgery option. In fact, many patients who are not good candidates for LASIK are pleased to learn about clear lens extraction (sometimes called refractive lens exchange or RLE).
Clear lens extraction is a surgery that removes the eye’s natural lens and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) that includes a prescription to help correct vision. These premium IOLs help to refocus incoming light so that it bends correctly to the retina for crisper vision. This is a similar procedure to cataract surgery, which also replaces the natural lens with an IOL. Find out below what problems clear lens extraction can help patients overcome:
Nearly half of all people 75 and older have cataracts, but just because they are common does not mean you should ignore them. Cataracts can gradually steal your vision, making your life and ability to do daily tasks unnecessarily challenging. Cataract surgery is an easy and effective way to restore clearer vision, so the eye team at Laser Eye Center of Miami wholeheartedly encourage you to have surgery. Read on to find out why.
If you experience dry, uncomfortable eyes, meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) may be the cause. MGD describes a group of eye disorders associated with abnormalities in the meibomian glands that lead to reduced tear production, poor tear quality, and other ocular issues. Below, our team expands on the proper function of the meibomian glands, the consequences of their dysfunction, and why it is so important to schedule regular eye exams with Dr. Lazcano and Dr. Awad of Laser Eye Center of Miami.
Glaucoma is a disease that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. The condition damages the optic nerve and threatens vision. Glaucoma is regularly referred to as a silent illness because most patients do not experience any symptoms related to the condition until it has already caused serious damage. Because glaucoma is related to high intraocular pressure, some may wonder if high blood pressure is a risk factor for the disease. The experts at Laser Eye Center of Miami are invested in preserving your vision. Ahead, learn more about glaucoma risk factors and what actions you can take to maintain the health of your eyes.
As the winter season comes around, many people face the discomfort of dry, irritated eyes. Cooler air temperatures, heat sources, and other environmental factors can make dry eye symptoms worse, leaving many desperate for soothing eye relief. Dr. Lazcano and Dr. Awad are committed to providing outstanding patient care in Miami. Ahead, they share several options for dry eye relief this winter.
Patients seek laser eye surgery when they are ready for a life of clear vision. Many factors go into determining candidacy for the procedure, including a patient’s readiness to embrace the changes that accompany it. If you are considering laser eye surgery, the doctors at Laser Eye Center of Miami can guide you every step of the way. Dr. Lazcano specializes in LASIK surgery, having successfully performed the procedure countless times on many happy, satisfied patients. Below, he shares some important information on how you can figure out if laser eye surgery is right for you.