Protecting Your Vision as You Age: What You Need to Know
Did you know that one in six Americans age 65 and older lives with a vision impairment that cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses? While vision changes are a normal part of aging, many serious eye conditions develop without pain or early symptoms and if left untreated, they can lead to permanent vision…
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August Is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Focusing on Pediatric Strabismus and Orthoptic Care at Northwest Eye Surgeons August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month – an important reminder of how crucial early diagnosis and treatment of pediatric eye conditions can be for a child’s long-term vision and quality of life. At Northwest Eye Surgeons, we’re proud to support families with…
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Is Refractive Surgery Safe?
Is Refractive Surgery Safe? If you’re considering refractive surgery to correct your vision, you’re likely wondering, “Is refractive surgery safe?” This is a very common question, and it’s important to be fully informed before making a decision about your eye health. Refractive surgeries like LASIK, SMILE, and PRK have helped millions of people around the…
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SMILE: Frequently Asked Questions
Curious about SMILE laser vision correction? This cutting-edge procedure offers a minimally invasive way to achieve clear, glasses-free vision. Unlike traditional LASIK, SMILE doesn’t require creating a corneal flap, which means less disruption to the eye and a faster, more comfortable recovery. Many patients notice significant improvement in their vision within days and appreciate the…
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How Do I Choose the Best Refractive Surgeon in My Area?
When considering refractive surgery to correct your vision, choosing the right surgeon is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Whether you’re interested in LASIK eye surgery in Seattle or another type of vision correction procedure, your surgeon’s experience, skill, and reputation play a crucial role in achieving the best possible outcome. Here’s a…
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How Much Should I Expect to Pay for Refractive Surgery?
Are you considering refractive surgery to correct your vision? Whether it’s SMILE, LASIK, PRK, or ICL, refractive surgery offers a life-changing solution for those looking to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. But one of the most common questions patients ask is, “How much does refractive surgery cost?” Cost Range for…
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Pediatric Blepharokeratoconjunctivitis
Provider Newsletter,Uncategorized
Pediatric Blepharokeratoconjunctivitis Pediatric blepharokeratoconjunctivitis (BKC) winds up in my chair way more than I would have predicted when I left optometry school. Our clinic sees this so much, we even have a drop-down phrase in our electronic record system for diagnosis and plan that we can adjust. This condition is a chronic inflammatory disease stemming…
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Healthy Aging Eyes
Aging Eyes,Glaucoma,Provider Newsletter,Uncategorized
While no ocular fountain of youth exists and not all eye conditions are preventable, one of our most important roles as eye clinicians is helping the public maintain their vision and ocular health as they age. Unfortunately, there is still the idea among the public that if one has good vision, then they don’t need…
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Pediatric Disc Edema Overview
Pediatric Disc Edema,Provider Newsletter,Uncategorized
Finding disc edema on one of your patients presents clinical challenges on its own, but this is exacerbated even further when you have a pediatric patient to manage. Although pediatric disc edema is less common than in adults, every provider should have a well-established plan of action to address any possible cases that are in…
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A Review of Corneal Edema in the Ocular Hypertensive Patient
Cornea,Glaucoma,Provider Newsletter,Uncategorized
The cornea is an avascular tissue, which relies on the atmosphere for the majority of its oxygen requirements and the aqueous humor for most of its other nutritional needs. The dehydrated state of the cornea is what allows for corneal transparency. When this dehydrated state is compromised, the result is corneal edema. The main factors…
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