What is a cataract?
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Cataracts
Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss and the leading cause of blindness for people all over the world. Age-related clouding of the eye’s lens affects more than 24.4 million Americans age 40 and older, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). By 2050, the number of people in the U.S. with…
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When should I have Cataract Surgery?
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Cataracts
Nearly 25.7 million Americans over age 40 have cataracts. While the only way to remove cataracts, which is a clouding of the eye’s lens, is surgery. The right time to have surgery depends on the individual patient. We want to offer a few tips for those who have been diagnosed with cataracts and are considering…
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PRK vs. LASIK: What’s the Difference?
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in LASIK
LASIK is the most well-known laser vision correction procedure, but there are other kinds of laser eye surgeries that are not as commonly known. Photo Refractive Keratectomy (PRK) is another type of laser eye procedure. For some people, PRK is a more desired option due to the shape of the eye, the thickness of the…
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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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