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Adult Eye Exams: How Often Should You Get One?

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Adult Eye Exams: How Often Should You Get One

Reviewed By: Dr. Christine Bui, OD
Your eyesight is one of your most important senses, yet many people neglect regular eye check-ups. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 12 million Americans aged 40 and older experience vision impairment, with 1 million of them being completely blind. Statistics show that nearly 75% of adults in the U.S. use some form of vision correction, but many still don’t visit their optometrist regularly.

Exploring Advanced Dry Eye Treatments: What Are Your Options?

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Exploring Advanced Dry Eye Treatments: What Are Your Options

Reviewed By: Jose Alfredo Vazquez, MD
Dry eye syndrome can be frustrating and persistent, affecting your daily life and overall eye health. If you’ve been struggling with dry eye symptoms, know that advanced dry eye therapy options are available. In this blog, we’ll explore various treatments and help you understand when it’s time to see one of the ophthalmologists at Lake Eye Associates.

What to Expect During and After Advanced Laser Cataract Surgery

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Doctor performing Laser Cataract Surgery

Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
Laser cataract surgery has become a leading option for those seeking improved vision and reduced dependence on glasses. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, this procedure, guided by a cataract specialist, makes precise incisions in record time. Here’s what you can expect before, during, and after advanced laser cataract surgery from our specialists in The Villages, Wildwood, Tavares, Leesburg, Lady Lake, and Mount Dora, FL, USA.

The Importance of Regular Eye Exams: What to Expect and When to Schedule

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Pair of hands holding a pair of glasses over an eye chart for Regular Eye Exams

Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
Regular comprehensive eye exams are an easy and effective way to promote clear, crisp vision and prevent vision loss throughout your lifetime. Many eye problems produce no symptoms in the beginning, as they stealthily damage vision. In some cases, this damage is irreversible, so discovering problems before they impact vision is of utmost importance.

Combining Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery: Knowing the Differences

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Combining Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery: Knowing the Differences

Reviewed By: Jose Alfredo Vazquez, MD
At Lake Eye Associates, we recognize the critical importance of addressing conditions like glaucoma and cataracts to preserve and enhance vision. Serving patients in The Villages, Wildwood, Leesburg, Tavares, Lady Lake, and Mount Dora, FL, USA, we specialize in comprehensive eye care, including glaucoma therapy and laser cataract removal. 

Contact Lens Care 101: A Guide to Healthy and Comfortable Eyes

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Contact Lens Care

Reviewed By: Scott R. Wehrly, MD
If you’re a contact lens wearer, understanding the proper way to use, store and maintain your lenses is the key to ensuring their continued comfort and safety. Improper use and care of contact lenses is a common cause of eye irritation, inflammation, infections like conjunctivitis (pink eye), and, most concerningly, corneal inflammation and ulcers. At their worst, these complications can lead to vision loss, even blindness, so make sure to preserve the integrity of your lenses and healthy vision by adhering to commonsense contact lens care and maintenance.

How Can Advanced Laser Cataract Surgery Improve Visual Outcomes?

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Advanced Laser Cataract Surgery Improve Visual Outcomes

Reviewed By: Scot C. Holman, MD
Cataracts cause a third of worldwide blindness, affecting approximately 65.2 million people and causing moderate to severe vision loss in over 80% of cases, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Healthy Habits for Maintaining Good Vision at every Age

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Healthy Habits for Maintaining Good Vision

Reviewed By: Jose Alfredo Vazquez, MD
Like every part of the body, eyes need routine maintenance to perform their very best. Healthy vision can be supported by a combination of healthy lifestyle choices, proper hygiene, and regular check-ups with your eye doctor. Whatever your age, smart choices promote optimal eye health, vision and comfort.

The Link Between Medications and Eye Health in Seniors

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Link Between Medications and Eye Health in Seniors

Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
Age-related eye diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma, are the primary causes of vision impairment and blindness in the United States. However, vision loss also intersects with medication safety. Access to clear prescription information—labels, usage instructions, and dosage details—matters for proper medication management. Unfortunately, many seniors with impaired vision struggle to access these essential instructions. 

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