diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, Dr. BJ Ahn, Dr. Josh Mali, Uncategorized
It is very important for diabetics to have a yearly eye exam, and in some cases, even more frequently than that. When you are first diagnosed with diabetes, we want to establish a baseline so we can better track any changes in your eyes over time. That may include retinal photography; something that may not […]
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It’s not a stretch to claim that children’s vision is extremely important, but most people don’t know the real consequences of undiagnosed vision problems in kids and teens. Good vision is essential for recognition, comprehension, and retention, making it especially important to establish that your children can see clearly early in their life. Not only […]
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If you wear glasses, you’ve probably gotten used to them, but odds are, you’re not as used to wearing a mask. Wearing a mask over your nose and mouth is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others from infection, but you’ll often notice shortly after putting one on that when you exhale, […]
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The CDC recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting. This is to protect people around you if you are infected but do not have symptoms. Here are some FAQ to help you understand the why, the what and the how. When do I need to […]
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The American Academy of Optometry (AAO) believes that contact lenses can still be safely worn during this pandemic as long as people follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidance on handwashing as well as following their doctor’s strict contact lens hygiene protocols. The research literature is clear on how to prevent contact […]
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If you’re considering having cataract surgery at The Eye Associates’ Accredited SurgiCare Center, you’ve likely done some research already. That means you may already know that for many people who have their cataracts removed and replaced with intraocular lenses (IOLs), it’s still necessary to wear some type of eyewear to see clearly. What you may not know is […]
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Many people underestimate how important it is to practice proper eye safety until it’s too late. In fact, over 2,000 people injure their eyes at work every day, and 10-20 percent of those injuries cause temporary or permanent vision loss. This means that as many as 140,000 people suffer vision loss each year resulting from a workplace injury. […]
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At The Eye Associates, we want to be your lifelong partner in eye care, and we’re committed to improving your quality of life through better vision. That’s why we’ve been a trusted eye care provider in Southwest Florida for nearly fifty years. We offer a wide range of services, from glasses and contacts to surgical procedures like LASIK and cataract removal, […]
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When you reach your 40s, the natural lenses in your eyes become less flexible, meaning that they can’t focus as easily when transitioning between near and far vision. This causes your near vision to get worse, called presbyopia, or age-related farsightedness. Almost everyone will experience presbyopia to some degree, but some will notice it more […]
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Growing older isn’t a bad thing. With age can come knowledge, grandchildren, and more time to spend your days pursuing your dreams. If you’re 60 or over, you have a lot to look forward to, and the last thing you want is for eye problems to hold you back from accomplishing your goals. Your chances […]
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