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Southern California Eye Consultants at the Cataract and Glaucoma Institute of Orange County
Our mission is to combine compassionate service with cutting-edge treatments to protect, preserve, and enhance your vision. Stay informed with biweekly articles covering essential topics in eye health—including cataracts, glaucoma, and the latest advances in surgical eye care. Whether you’re preparing for a procedure or simply want to learn more about your eyes, our blog is here to support your journey to better vision.
What is LASIK Eye Surgery?
LASIK is an acronym for laser in situ keratomileusis, a surgical procedure designed to correct imperfections of the cornea that distort vision. It has become a popular solution for adults who are tired of wearing eyeglasses or contacts. Here’s how LASIK works: The shape of the cornea influences refraction. Refraction is the way light bends and focuses to create an image on the retina. Imperfections, called refractive errors, cause myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism (irregularly shaped cornea or lens that causes blurring). By reshaping the cornea, it’s possible to correct refractive errors and improve vision. During the LASIK ...
The Importance of Annual Eye Exams
Changes in vision are often what draw adults to schedule an appointment with their ophthalmologist, but even those with good vision can benefit from a yearly eye examination. An annual eye exam is about more than testing visual acuity, it is an opportunity for your ophthalmologist to evaluate eye muscle movement, determine how well your eyes work together and how well your pupils react to light and objects. Depending on your health history and any vision symptoms you may be experiencing, your ophthalmologist may perform additional tests during a routine eye exam as well. A comprehensive eye exam includes ...
General Eye Care and Wellness
It’s easy to take our eyes for granted, but a 2011 National Health Survey revealed over 21 million adults in the U.S. are living with some degree of vision loss. To keep your eyes healthy: Have Routine Vision Exams In the early stages, many eye diseases can only be detected through a comprehensive eye examination. Glaucoma and cataracts are two examples of conditions that are often discovered during routine eye exams. The sooner these diseases are identified; the sooner treatment can be started. Annual eye exams also provide an opportunity to address overall health issues and medications that could ...