Sports-related Eye Injuries: When to Seek a Doctor
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Athletes are no strangers to injuries. Many, especially those who play basketball, water sports, baseball, and racquet sports, believe it comes with the job or hobby. Sports and recreational activities account for more than 40,000 eye injuries each year in the United States. That said, it is always good to know the difference between a…
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Styes: Causes and Treatments
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
There are three types of bumps you may notice in or around the eye. 1. A stye (or hordeolum) appears as a pimple on the margin of the eyelid around the root of an eyelash. It is an infection that originates in the oil gland of an eyelash. This can be caused by make-up, dust,…
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Discount LASIK: Should you or shouldn’t you?
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in LASIK
The cost of LASIK can make even the most comfortable middle-class adult think twice. On average, LASIK costs about $5,000. The good news is that with financing, savings, tax-free health accounts, discounts and negotiated insurance rates, most people can afford quality LASIK without resorting to low-end LASIK providers. Some discount chains may be less expensive…
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How to Use Avenova Eyelid Cleanser
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Dr. Neil Shmunes demonstrates how to use Avenova Eyelid cleanser. This technique will help to strengthen your tear film improving ocular comfort and vision. You can purchase Avenova at one of our three locations for $35.
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Eye Color: Physics or Genetics?
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
When poets compare beautiful eyes to the sea or sky they’re probably not aware of how accurate they are being. Eye color is dependent not only on genetics, but also on the structure of the iris and how light is scattered within it. The iris is composed of two layers: the epithelium and the stroma….
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Eye Twitching? Botox Could be Your Solution!
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
A blepharospasm is a repetitive, uncontrollable blink or spasm of the eyelid. This condition can be caused by any of the following reasons: Stress: Stress can manifest itself differently for each person. If you have frequent eye spasms keep track of when they occur. If they occur at times when you experience stress try to…
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15 Tips to Avoid Contact Lens Related Eye Infections
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Thoroughly wash and rinse hands before touching your contacts. Use a mild non-cosmetic soap. Soaps with perfumes, oils, or lotions will leave a film on your hands, which could transfer to your lenses and cause eye irritation. Keep your fingernails short and smooth to avoid damaging your lenses or scratching your eye. To avoid accidentally…
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Eyelashes: The First Line of Defense
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Eyelashes are not just for cosmetic appearance. They work as a protective barrier to block foreign objects from harming the eye. When your eyes are open, pollen, dirt, dust and debris can cut the surface of your eye if they rub against it. Your eyelashes help to catch these particles. The blink response is triggered…
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LASIK Fear: Myths and Truths
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education,LASIK
Webster defines fear as “a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc., whether the threat is real or imagined; the feeling or condition of being afraid.” Many people put off having LASIK surgery because they are scared of possible outcomes. One of the most common reasons people fear LASIK is because they do…
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4 Ways to Reduce Tearing while Cutting Onions
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Have you ever wondered why cutting onions causes your eyes to burn and tear? You may have even tried several methods to avoid it. For example, pushing your tongue to the roof of your mouth or chewing gum, maybe even, turning on a vent or lighting a candle. All of these may help lessen the…
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