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Understanding the Role of Optometrists in Eye Care   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,268   What is an Optometrist?An optometrist,designated as O.D.is a trained healthcare professional specializing in eye care.Unlike ophthalmologists,who are medical doctors and surgeons,optometrists do not perform surgical procedures.Their ability to prescribe me...

What are the symptoms of a cataract?   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,169   Cataracts,characterized by the gradual clouding of the eye's natural lens,can significantly impact vision quality.Recognizing the symptoms is crucial for early diagnosis and treatment.This article provides a detailed overview of the common signs and sympto...

Understanding Cataracts   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,215   A cataract is essentially a cloudy lens in your eye.To understand it,imagine your camera lens becoming smudged or scratched.The resulting pictures wouldn't be clear,right? The lens in your eye functions similarly,focusing light onto the retina at the back ...

What is an Optician?   created at Nov 18, 2009   1,200   An optician is a person trained to help you with eyeglasses and contact lenses.But they don't decide if you need glasses or not.Instead,they work on making sure your glasses or lenses are just right for you.Opticians learn how to shape and grind glass and ...

Choosing the Right Mascara for Contact Lens Wearers   created at Sep 08, 2009   1,385   For contact lens wearers,choosing a mascara requires prioritizing ophthalmologist-approved,hypoallergenic formulas that are explicitly labeled as safe for sensitive eyes.Look for mascaras that are oil-free,fragrance-free,and non-irritating to minimize the ...

Dealing with Mascara in Your Eye: Tips for Quick Relief   created at Sep 06, 2009   1,195   Getting mascara in your eye is an irritating and uncomfortable experience.Thankfully,you can often find relief quickly by following these steps. Immediate Actions:Blink Repeatedly: This is often the first and most effective step.Your tears naturally help t...

LASIK Surgery: Should You Treat Both Eyes Simultaneously?   updated at Dec 07, 2024   1,299   Whether to treat both eyes simultaneously during LASIK surgery is a matter of surgeon preference and patient comfort.While simultaneous treatment is faster and more convenient,some surgeons prefer a staged approach (one eye at a time) to allow for better a...