UV Light And Your Eyes
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Here in the sunshine state, optometrists and ophthalmologists emphasize proper eye protection on sunny days, while vacationing in the snow, or while spending time on the water. This is because ultraviolet (UV) can damage your eyes’ anatomy, which can permanently compromise vision. How Does UV Light Hurt Our Eyes? UV light rays are a form…
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Small, Yellowish Bump In Your Eye? Could Be A Pinguecula
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Wearing sunglasses may be stylish, but it’s also necessary for those who spend ample time outdoors. Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can cause temporary and permanent damage to the eye and your vision. A pinguecula is a red flag, indicating your eyes need more protection than you’re giving them. A pinguecula can also result…
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Don’t Let Surfer’s Eye (Pterygium) Take You Under
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Our pediatric patients and their families are ready for school to be out here in Atlanta, and we’re thrilled that summertime is upon us. As with any season, summer poses its own set of risks. As you know, sun protection is always a top priority this time of year. However, if you’re a bonafide water…
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Options For Correcting Astigmatism
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
One of the most common vision conditions, astigmatism of one or both eyes affects close to 30% of the population. It’s caused when the cornea is shaped more like an oval than a sphere, which alters the way the light “refracts” (bends) around the inner surface of the eye to the back of the retina….
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Prevent Eye Strain In Children
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Babies, toddlers, and young children have to perspective on what 20/20 vision should be. They only know what they experience at the moment, and that can be a blurred perspective if they’re experiencing undiagnosed vision loss or eye strain. And, in today’s digital, screen-abundant lifestyles, we’re seeing increasing numbers of children with debilitating eye strain…
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Herpes Eye Infections: Prevention And Treatment
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Herpes simplex viruses are highly contagious and can quickly spread to the eyes. While there are two types of herpes simplex viruses, 1 and 2, the first simplex is most readily spread and causes infections of the face. Herpes Type 1I is thought to live in roughly 90% of the population, most of whom contracted…
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Retinal Detachment: What Is It & How Is It Treated?
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Retinal detachment, or detached retina, means that the light-sensitive portion of your eye (the retina) has partially or fully come away from its anchor at the back of the eye. Symptoms vary according to the severity of this detachment. However, this condition can lead to permanent vision loss without early treatment. While annual eye exams…
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10 Common Eye Conditions And Treatment Options
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
It’s virtually impossible to make it through life without experiencing one of these 10 most common conditions. Fortunately, accurate information and regular annual or bi-annual visits to your optometrist are the keys to assessing vision loss or potential eye disease to move forward with the best and most effective treatment. 10 Eye Conditions And Treatment…
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How Optometrists Check Your Child’s Eyes If They Can’t Read
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Eye Exams
A combination of creativity and technological innovation allows optometrists to check your child’s eyes and diagnose vision loss without a child’s ability to know their letters. The same vision screening and diagnostic tools we use for children also support our work with adults who’ve never learned to read or write, who have processing disorders that…
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Progressive Lenses Or Bifocals? Which Is Best For You?
Posted by: Atlantic Eye Institute in Education
Progressive lenses have taken the world by storm. However, they’re not for everyone. We have clients who walk in two or three months after giving progressives a determined go, only to regret they did and order their bifocals back. Progressive Lenses Or Bifocal Lenses: Is There A Difference? There is a reason for this, mostly…
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