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What Does 20/20 Vision Mean?

When discussing vision, the term 20/20 is often considered the gold standard for perfect or ideal vision. However, what if we told you that it’s not the upper limit of human visual acuity...


IPL Therapy and Its Benefits to Dry Eyes

Dry eyes can be a persistent and uncomfortable condition, but thanks to advancements in technology, there are innovative treatments emerging to address this issue...


How to Improve Poorly Fitting Glasses

Glasses are intended to provide clear vision and utmost comfort when they fit properly. A well-fitting pair of glasses ensures that the lenses are aligned correctly, the frame is centered on the nose...


Are There Any Hereditary Eye Conditions?

In the realm of inherited eye conditions, there is a subset called X-linked conditions. Unlike other forms of inheritance, where the gene responsible for the disease can be found on any chromosome...


Glaucoma and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)

Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that involves abnormally high eye pressure and can lead to vision loss and nerve damage in the eyes. Historically, the treatment options for glaucoma...


What Eye Drops Can Kids Use?

Children are notorious for getting eye infections or having accidents that result in injuries to the eyes. However, treating these issues is more complex due to the age and development of children compared to an adult...


How STD’s Can Affect the Eyes

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a group of conditions that affect individuals’ sexual health and are primarily acquired through sexual contact. All STIs can present different symptoms and manifestations with varying degrees of severity...


3 Things You Didn’t Know About Contact Lenses

Contact lenses are a popular option for many who prefer the option over glasses or having laser surgery. Contacts have been around for nearly one hundred years but have gained popularity in the last few decades as the costs have decreased, the ease of use has improved...


How to Treat Ocular Allergies

Allergies occur when our body’s immune system overreacts to environmental substances that it sees as a potential threat. Regardless of the allergen, the response can cause various uncomfortable symptoms in different body parts...


3 Interesting Things About Contact Lenses

Contact lenses are a popular option for many who prefer the option over glasses or having laser surgery. Contacts have been around for nearly one hundred years but have gained popularity in the last few decades as the costs have decreased...