New research suggests eye checks could be used to identify those with early Alzheimer’s disease long before any symptoms. Simple regular eye tests could be used to identify Alzheimer’s disease at a very early stage, new research suggests. Early trials of two different techniques show that a key biomarker for the disease can be identified […]
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If seeing well isn’t enough of a priority, here’s a better reason to get your vision checked regularly: A third of all known genetic syndromes can affect your eyes. In the video below, from National Geographic, Dr. Neal Adams lists the gamut of systemic disorders — diseases that affect the entire body — that ophthalmologists can […]
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Most parents are careful to spread sunscreen on their children. One risk from the sun that often gets overlooked: damage to young eyes. Vision-care experts are stepping up efforts to raise awareness of the danger of overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays, which is cumulative and irreversible. Children and adolescents are especially vulnerable to the […]
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August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month – a nationwide effort to educate parents on the importance of healthy vision for their children. Much of a child’s learning is visually based, yet kids often don’t have the perspective to even know they have vision problems, much less tell their parents. In fact, did you […]
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If you work on your computer or mobile device a lot, you know what eye strain feels like. The 20/20/20 rule is a great way to help alleviate the symptoms of eye strain. It’s simple: Every 20 minutes look 20 feet away from your screen for 20 seconds. In addition, be sure to take a break […]
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Today is World Sjögren’s Day which commemorates the birthday of Dr. Henrik Sjögren, a Swedish ophthalmologist who first identified this disease in 1933. Sjögren’s syndrome is a serious, progressive autoimmune disease affecting approximately 4 million people in the US, 75% of whom are still undiagnosed! Dry eye is a common early symptom and as many […]
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If you’re scared of the dark, you may no longer have reason to fear. Researchers out of the University of Michigan have developed an infrared sensor that could eventually be used in the production of night vision contact lenses. Here’s an interesting article from Mashable – fun to read what might be in the future. […]
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On Wednesday, July 23rd, from 6-8pm we are having a FREE seminar at our Chesterfield location (1815 Clarkson Road) where we’ll discuss the treatment of cataracts and dry eyes and LASIK Vision Correction. This is a great chance to meet our doctors, learn about all the latest advances and ask any question you might have. […]
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Dr. Pepose received an award for “Best Scientific Poster” at the annual Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting. He conducted a study on how several highly advanced lens implants affect our ability to compare and contrast images in differing lighting conditions. This study is laying the groundwork for the launch of several exciting implants over the […]
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By now you’ve heard of Google Glasses. It looks like Google is now looking into contact lens that includes a small camera. Pretty much speculation, but interesting stuff. Here’s an article in ReadWrite.com – Google Eyes A Creepier Glass—A Camera-Bearing Contact Lens – that talks about what might be.
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