5 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Doctor About LASIK
As LASIK surgery has becomes more popular, more precise and incredibly safe, many patients think that they can just walk in and get LASIK eye surgery by any doctor with any surgical equipment. Our response is no, no and no. Yes, LASIK is a popular and trusted way to improve your vision and reduce or […]
Six Tips To Treat Dry Eye On The Go
Most likely if you have dry eyes, you know it. Kind of like the song: “If you have dry eyes and you know it, clap your hands!” Seriously, dry eyes are not fun! It can be a constant irritant that makes your life miserable, especially after age 50. You Know The Drill Your eyes are […]
Watch Out For Early Signs Of Glaucoma
Glaucoma treatment at South Texas Eye Institute in San Antonio is one of the most significant ways we help our patients preserve their vision. Glaucoma is one of the reasons we suggest that you have a comprehensive dilated eye exam annually, especially if you are over the age of 60. If you have any risk […]
Not A LASIK Candidate? Visian ICL Surgery Could Be For You
If you have been told you are not a good LASIK candidate, we have some great news! South Texas Eye Institute in San Antonio can now improve your vision with superior results and the method of Visian ICL – Implantable Collamer Lens may be an option for you.. If you are someone who has been […]
How Technology Affects Our Eyes
The world has changed drastically in the last 30 years, and most changes bring with them positive and negative consequences. Ask a millennial when they last used a phone book. Most likely you will get a quizzical look. Our cell phones, laptops, tablets, personal computers and all other screens in between, can have an affect […]
The Importance Of Routine Eye Exams
Periodic eye exams with an ophthalmologist should be part of everyone’s normal eye health routine. With that being said, if you are experiencing pain or discomfort, of course, you see an eye doctor. If you need a new prescription for your glasses or contact lenses, of course, you see an eye doctor. But what if […]
How Blepharoplasty Can Revitalize Your Look
Do you like what you see in the mirror? Our eyes say a lot about us. They can convey happiness, sadness, excitement or especially surprise. When your eyes say, “I’m tired,” (even when you’re not), or “I didn’t get enough sleep last night,” (even when you did), maybe it’s time to investigate blepharoplasty eyelid surgery. […]
What Is Contact Lens Intolerance?
Have you ever made a decision that seemed like a good idea at the time? Yes, we’ve all been there. Changing your hair color, signing up to run a marathon, or deciding to switch from glasses to contact lenses could fit into this category. Maybe it turned out fine for a while – or not […]
How Seasonal Allergies Can Affect Your Eyes
Do you have watery and irritated eyes right now? Maybe your eyes are itchy and your vision is blurry. At first you may think you are coming down with a cold, but all this misery may be from seasonal allergies. Cooler weather makes us want to be outside enjoying the changing colors and blue skies. […]
How To Prevent Common Contact Lens Issues
Remember how thrilled you were to graduate from wearing glasses to contact lenses? It seemed easier, your vision improved, and yes, you thought you looked better without your glasses. Now reality has set in and maybe the thrill is gone. You have numerous issues you never experienced with those glasses. Let’s investigate how to prevent […]
