While the answer to this question does involve some level of complexity and nuance, the short answer is no—not all vitamins for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) are the same. While manufacturers formulate their supplements based on the available scientific evidence,...
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Are All Macular Degeneration Supplements The Same? While the answer to this question does involve some level of complexity and nuance, the short answer is no – not all vitamins for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are the same. While...
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Eye floaters are tiny specks or strands that drift through your field of vision. They are caused by changes in the vitreous gel inside your eye as it ages. The gel can become more liquid and form scattered clumps of...
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Photobiomodulation In recent years, there has been an abundance of interest around red light therapy (also known as “photobiomodulation”) for the improvements it can offer to various aspects of human health. Because of this, many patients have asked whether...
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Injuries in the Workplace Can Be Common Our eyes are precious, and although sight-threatening injuries in the workplace can be common, they’re often easily avoidable. Just as certain occupations require you to use a helmet to protect your head, we...
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Antioxidants Yes! While our diet contains numerous antioxidants that promote health, three, known collectively as “macular pigment,” play a particularly crucial role in eye health. Macular pigment testing measures the levels of antioxidants present in the central retina (called...
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Eye doctors take pictures of the back of the eye, known as fundus photography, to get a clear view of the retina. The retina is absolutely integral to eye health and our life long vision because it contains structures that...
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We know that there is an urgent need for protective eyewear for front line workers. We know that great fitting safety glasses make work a whole lot easier. So… We have decided to keep our doors (and hearts) open...
Read MoreNon-prescription glasses (commonly referred to as “over the counter”) are widely available at a fraction of the cost of prescription reading glasses. Because many people benefit from these glasses, there can understandably be some confusion around their safety and effectiveness....
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One of the most common concerns our patients have about their eyes is redness. The reason people get red eyes can vary greatly from person to person. Because of the many causes of red eyes, it can be a frustrating...
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