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Jan

LASIK vs. Cataract Surgery: What is the difference?

LASIK and Cataract Surgery are both performed to improve vision, but they are different surgeries that address different types of eye concerns. Cataracts cloud the vision, affecting the lens of the eye. Cataracts are caused by the breakdown of proteins in the eye. ...

Dec

What should I do if I have Blepharitis?

While the name may not be familiar to most patients, Blepharitis is a common eye condition. Its main effect is that it makes the eyelids red, swollen, and itchy. It is also characterized by dry flakes similar to dandruff on the eyelashes. While this condition makes patients feel...

Nov

Dos and don’ts after cataract surgery

Your eye lenses should be clear throughout your life, but when they lose their transparency and become cloudy, they develop cataracts. Cataracts can cause progressive, painless vision loss as things look blurry and hazy and lose color. Our cataract surgery in Brooklyn can h...

Oct

Can menopause cause eye problems?

Hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and weight gain are all well-known symptoms of menopause. But, did you know that menopause can cause eye problems, too? Hormones, specifically estrogen and progesterone, fluctuate during menopause so that a woman’s vision may b...

Sep

What is the best way to correct astigmatism?

Astigmatism occurs when the cornea – the clear covering over your eye – is slightly irregular in shape. This irregularity prevents light from adequately entering your eye, resulting in blurry vision at any or all distances. In addition to being born with it, you can d...

Dec

How can I avoid eye strain while working from home?

Today, more people than ever before are working from home. With more time being spent in front of screens, often in poor light and with poor posture, with shorter or fewer breaks, the impact on the eyes can be considerable. Digital eye strain has become a far more significant pro...

Nov

What common health problems can an eye exam detect?

What common health problems can an eye exam detect? While regular visits to the eye doctor are the best way to ensure you maintain optimal vision, there are other benefits as well. By inspecting the lens, retina, and optic nerve, your doctor can detect a wide range of syste...

Oct

My vision is blurry after LASIK, is that normal?

The short answer? Yes.LASIK is safe, quick and effective, but it is still a surgical procedure, and it takes time for your body to heal. For the most part, patients’ vision returns to normal (meaning clear, sharp vision) within a couple of days. For some patients, however...

Sep

Ophthalmologist vs. Optometrist: Which Do I Need to See?

Most of us are aware that we need regular checkups for our bodies, teeth, and eyes. But when it comes to caring for our vision, it can be confusing to figure out the right type of eye doctor to see. You may encounter advertisements for both ophthalmologists and optometrists and w...

Aug

LASIK vs PRK: Which should I get?

For patients requiring eye surgery, laser techniques can provide unmatched precision. While one typically thinks of LASIK first, there is another type of laser procedure called PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) that can also be performed to improve vision. Below, we explore the d...

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