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What are Near Vision Presbyopia Correcting Multifocal Lens implants?

Near Vision Presbyopia Correcting Lens Implants can often provide excellent vision after Cataract Surgery at both distance and near.
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What’s Not a Normal Part of Aging?

As you get older, it is very important to have regular eye examinations. Some eye changes may signal something more serious than age-related changes, such as an eye disease that needs medical treatment.
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How long does Orthoptic Therapy take?

The average program for focusing, eyeteaming and tracking problems involves about 12 to 16 office visits, plus about 15 minutes of supportive home therapy three times per week.
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What are the stages of Dry AMD?

Dry AMD has three stages -- early AMD, intermediate AMD, and advanced dry AMD. All of these may occur in one or both eyes.
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Adult Tearing

Eyes that water or tear uncontrollably are one of THE most common complaints eye doctors hear from their patients. There are several reasons why eyes can water and the treatment depends on the underlying cause.
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What is a Cornea Transplant?

Corneas are the most commonly transplanted tissue worldwide. When a cornea is damaged, a cornea transplant can be used to restore a normal cornea.
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What is a vitrectomy?

A vitrectomy is the surgical removal of the vitreous gel in the center of the eye. The procedure is used to treat severe bleeding into the vitreous, and is performed under local or general anesthesia.
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What should I expect during my LASIK experience?

Doctors Primack and Altman perform a detailed, complete screening evaluation that includes personally examining and speaking in depth with each candidate about their goals and expectations.
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Are there any low vision support groups?

You do not have to face low vision alone. There are local and state resources as well as national groups that can help.
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What is Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction? And what do I need to know?

Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction is a very common condition in the first few months of life and is usually not serious. Normally, tears drain from the eye into the nose through the nasolacrimal or “tear” duct.
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Will I develop glaucoma if I have increased eye pressure?

Not every person with increased eye pressure will develop glaucoma. Some people can tolerate higher levels of eye pressure better than others.
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What is the first step with diabetic eye disease?

If you have diabetes, a careful, comprehensive eye examination by one of our diabetic eye specialists is the first step.
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