Myokymia is an involuntary eyelid twitch or tic, it’s often a spontaneous localized spasm of one or both of your eyelids, upper and lower. Usually swift, it can go unnoticed by many individuals and they go away on their own when minor. Most people, if not all, will...
Dry Eye Syndrome: Relieve the Pain
Dry Eye Syndrome can occur at any age but is usually most notable by the time someone reaches the age of 50. With many different causes of Dry Eye Syndrome (DES), it may not always be 100% curable. DES is a chronic and typically progressive condition but there are...
What is Cataract Disease?
Have you noticed clouding in either your own eyes or someone else’s? That would be cataract disease. This clouding in the eye’s lens lies behind the iris and the pupil, cataracts can develop in one or both eyes. At the start of cataracts disease, it's small and with...
The Scary Risks Of Wearing Costume Contact Lenses For Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner, which means everyone is getting their costumes ready and prepared for their get-togethers or trick-or-treating! Many costumes and topical products are harmless for those that aren’t allergic to the ingredients used. However, some...
Why You Should Stop Rubbing Your Eyes
Rubbing our eyes from irritation or itchiness is almost like second nature, sometimes we just do it without really thinking about it. When humans begin feeling tired or have a sense of straining in their eyes from staring at a computer all day, rubbing our eyes is a...
Protecting Your Eyes During The Summer
There’s just over a month of Summer left - Have you been protecting your eyes from the sunshine? Each season affects us differently based on the weather conditions and during the Summer season, temperatures are rising and with clearer skies, sunlight is beaming down a...
Take Care of Your Vision with Responsible Screen Time
How often you stare at a screen matters. On average, Americans spend roughly 10+ hours staring at a computer screen, tablet or cellphone. With the quick ongoing technology advancements in today’s advanced world, these devices are found almost everywhere. Take a...
Protect Your Eyes Under the Spring Sun
Spring officially began on March 20, ushering in a season of temperate weather and blooming flowers, including Texas’s stunningly beautiful bluebonnets. The season’s longer days allow plenty of opportunities for enjoying your favorite outdoor activities but do not...
An Overview of Laser Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are often a natural part of aging. They occur when the lens in your eye becomes cloudy caused by the breakdown of proteins, over time, causing blurry vision along with other symptoms. While there is no medical treatment for this eye disorder, cataracts can...