Reviewed By: Dr. Vinay Gutti, MD, Board-Certified Laser Cataract & Lens Replacement, Corneal Surgeon
Summer in Florida often means more time outdoors, more pool days, more travel, and more exposure to heat, humidity, wind, sunscreen, and water. For contact lens wearers, those everyday summer moments can sometimes lead to contact lens discomfort, dryness, redness, or corneal irritation from contact lenses.
Reviewed By: Dr. Karin Girgis, Optometric Physician
Have you ever stepped outside during spring, felt the warm breeze, and suddenly noticed your eyes start itching, burning, or watering? Many people think seasonal allergies only cause sneezing or a runny nose.
Reviewed By: Dr. Diba Ossareh, Optometric Physician
When you think of sun protection, do you immediately reach for sunscreen?
That’s great for your skin.
Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD, Board-Certified Laser Cataract & Lens Replacement, Corneal Surgeon
Much like routine physical examinations, regular eye exams play a critical role in protecting your ocular health. Many people mistakenly believe these evaluations are unnecessary unless their vision is severely impaired. However, this could not be further from the truth. Eye exams offer much more than a simple vision check; they provide a comprehensive eye health assessment. And your eye health can be the key to uncovering details about your overall health.
Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD, Board-Certified Laser Cataract & Lens Replacement, Corneal Surgeon
In the world of eye health, there’s no question that the cornea is the key player in preserving our vision. Often referred to as the window to our soul, the cornea’s clarity and health determine how we see the world around us.
Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD, Board-Certified Laser Cataract & Lens Replacement, Corneal Surgeon
As the eye’s transparent outer layer, the cornea plays an essential role in optical function. However, like any part of the body, it can be affected (and damaged) by endless factors throughout life, later manifesting a serious condition. Understanding these four common conditions and proper cornea care may help preserve lifelong vision if you or someone you know is a cornea patient.
Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD, Board-Certified Laser Cataract & Lens Replacement, Corneal Surgeon
HOW TO KEEP YOUR CORNEAS HEALTHY
The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped area at the front of the eye, covering the iris and pupil. Light enters the cornea, and its purpose is to refract that light onto the retina, which in turn delivers visual information to the brain.
