Accommodative Esotropia
When you were young, your mother probably told you to stop crossing your eyes because if didn’t, they might get stuck that way. While there is no truth at all … Read more
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) & the Aging Population
As the baby boomer cohort approaches retirement age, vision loss and illness among the elderly will reach near-crisis proportions. Aging is the greatest risk factor for vision loss, and the … Read more
Allergies
Allergies Now that the summer is upon us we can finally enjoy the many outdoor activities of summer. For many Essex County residents this is also a time where seasonal … Read more
A Short Course in Evaluation of Pupil Sizes
Contents 1 A Short Course in Evaluation of Pupil Sizes 1.1 Normal Responses to Light and dark 1.2 Testing 1.3 Unusual Findings 1.4 Diagnosis Codes A Short Course in Evaluation … Read more
Adults Failing When It Comes To Eye Care Knowledge
44% of parents are not aware that behavioral problems can be an indication that a child’s vision is impaired. American Optometric Association’s first American Eye-Q(TM) survey finds parents lack important … Read more
Accommodative Esotropia
When you were young, your mother probably told you to stop crossing your eyes because if didn’t, they might get stuck that way. While there is no truth at all … Read more
A Short Course in Evaluation of Pupil Sizes
Contents 1 A Short Course in Evaluation of Pupil Sizes 1.1 Normal Responses to Light and dark 1.2 Testing 1.3 Unusual Findings 1.4 Diagnosis Codes A Short Course in Evaluation … Read more
Adults Failing When It Comes To Eye Care Knowledge
44% of parents are not aware that behavioral problems can be an indication that a child’s vision is impaired. American Optometric Association’s first American Eye-Q(TM) survey finds parents lack important … Read more
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) & the Aging Population
As the baby boomer cohort approaches retirement age, vision loss and illness among the elderly will reach near-crisis proportions. Aging is the greatest risk factor for vision loss, and the … Read more
Allergies
Allergies Now that the summer is upon us we can finally enjoy the many outdoor activities of summer. For many Essex County residents this is also a time where seasonal … Read more
Am I a Candidate for Laser Surgery?
It is critical that a potential laser vision correction candidate has obtained a stable prescription for at least one year. We believe that there are many things you should consider … Read more
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) It is estimated that three percent of children under six have some form of amblyopia. Young eyes need proper visual stimulation in order for mature vision to … Read more
Amblyopia and Lazy Eye
Contents 1 Amblyopia and Lazy Eye 1.1 Refractive Amblyopia 1.2 Strabismic Amblyopia 1.3 Early Diagnosis and Treatment 1.4 Diagnosis Codes Amblyopia and Lazy Eye It is estimated that about three … Read more
AMD
AMD occurs when the macula, the area at the back of the retina that produces the sharpest vision, deteriorates over time. Women younger than age 75 years who eat diets … Read more
AMD & the Aging Population
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) & the Aging Population As the baby boomer cohort approaches retirement age vision loss and illness among the elderly will reach near-crisis proportions. Aging is the … Read more
AMD Discovery
AMD Discovery: New Hope for Treatment of Vision Loss “This discovery brings us one step closer to treating dry AMD which could significantly improve the quality of life of seniors … Read more
AMD Protection May Come From Select Veggies
AMD Protection May Come From Select Veggies AMD occurs when the macula the area at the back of the retina that produces the sharpest vision deteriorates over time. Women younger … Read more
AMD: Healthy Eating is Essential for Saving Your Vision
Contents 1 AMD: Healthy Eating is Essential for Saving Your Vision 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Supplements and Diet 1.3 Healthy Eating is its Own Reward 1.4 Diagnosis Codes AMD: Healthy Eating … Read more
AMD: Known Risk Factors
Contents 1 AMD: Known Risk Factors 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Smoking and Poor Circulation 1.3 Nutrition and Body Mass Index 1.4 High Energy Visible Light and Ultraviolet Light 1.5 Genetic Susceptibility … Read more
AMD: The Role of Genetic Testing in the Use of Ocular Multivitamin Supplements
Contents 1 AMD: The Role of Genetic Testing in the Use of Ocular Multivitamin Supplements 1.1 Vision Preservation and Your DNA 1.2 However… 1.3 Risk Factor Groups 1.4 Results of … Read more
AMD: The Sneak Thief of Vision
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is considered to be the leading cause of functional vision loss in people over the age of 55 in the western world. Estimates of how many … Read more
Amsler Grid Instructions
The Amsler Grid and How to Use It People who have been diagnosed with Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD or AMD) are often given a card or sheet of paper printed … Read more
Anatomy of the Eye: A Quick Overview
Contents 1 Anatomy of the Eye: A Quick Overview 1.1 The Cornea and Conjunctiva 1.2 The Iris and the Pupils 1.3 The Crystalline Lens 1.4 The Vitreous Body 1.5 The … Read more
Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Contents 1 Angle-Closure Glaucoma 1.1 Introduction and Overview 1.2 Basic Principles of Glaucoma 1.3 Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG) 1.4 Angle-Closure Glaucoma 1.5 Symptoms and Signs 1.6 Treatment and Prevention 1.7 … Read more
Aniseikonia: Perceiving Different Sized Images
Humans are usually a little bit asymmetrical; this is why it is said that there are no two people exactly alike; there are always small differences between our right and … Read more
Anisocoria: Unequal Pupil Size
Contents 1 Anisocoria: Unequal Pupil Size 1.1 Uveitis 1.2 Eye Injury and Concussion 1.3 Diagnosis Codes Anisocoria: Unequal Pupil Size Figure 1 Normally, the pupils of the eyes are equal … Read more
Arcus Senilis & Arcus Juvenilis
Usually the cloudy band is about one millimetre wide and is visible in the mirror when you look closely. It has no impact on vision. This common age-related condition occurs … Read more
AREDS: The Age-Related Eye Disease Study
The Age-Related Eye Disease Study Everyone over the age of 55 should have an eye exam to determine their risk of developing advanced AMD. In 1992 the U.S. National Eye … Read more
Asteroid Hyalosis
Asteroid Hyalosis Figure 1 shows the reflective spots inside the eye, floating in the vitreous humour. This is the only eye condition that can make the inside of your eye … Read more
Astigmatism
Astigmatism Figure 1 Refraction is the term used to describe the testing procedure used to determine what lens prescription a patient may need to see well. Light bends when it … Read more
Atrophic Retinal Holes
The retina is the thin, light-sensitive nerve fiber layer lining the back of the eye that receives light and visual images through the rest of the eye. It is held … Read more