Macular degeneration can cause multiple eye issues, up to and including loss of sight. Find out why this chronic disease is so prevalent and how you can minimize your own risk.
Feb 1st, 2021
Macular degeneration can cause multiple eye issues, up to and including loss of sight. Find out why this chronic disease is so prevalent and how you can minimize your own risk.
It’s rather well-known that Type 2 diabetes involves sugar, insulin, body weight and exercise (or lack thereof). But not as many people know of the dire consequences of unmanaged diabetes, such as amputation and blindness.
Are you seeing stars? While you may brush off vision disturbances as a minor nuisance, a sudden onset of dark spots or light flashes in your vision could signal a problem with your eyes. Learn about eye floaters and when to seek treatment.
Are you tired of wearing glasses or dealing with contacts? Wouldn’t it be nice if you could wake up and, you know, just see normally? With LASIK or LASEK, you can — it’s just a matter of determining which procedure is right for you.
Your blurry vision could be more than simple nearsightedness or farsightedness. A much more dangerous condition, macular degeneration, causes blurry vision as one of the primary symptoms.
Botox® is responsible for never-aging Hollywood celebrities and shows like “Botched” on the E! television network. However, Botox has a slew of lesser-known uses and benefits — like treating these eight eye conditions.
Tired of drooping eyelids impairing your vision or making your face look tired and cranky? Well, you’ll be delighted to know that the rewards of eyelid surgery are equally functional and aesthetic. Here are four big benefits of blepharoplasty.
Are you tired of sitting down to read a book and realizing you forgot your reading glasses? Conductive keratoplasty can ensure you don’t have to get up from your comfy spot to search for reading glasses ever again.
Have you noticed a sort of “clouding” in your vision? If so, you may be developing cataracts, which can lead to serious vision problems. Fear not: You have treatment options to avoid that.
Have you ever experienced a random speck that bolts across your line of sight? Maybe you brushed it off as a small bug or piece of fuzz. If you often see specks like that, you may be seeing eye floaters, which can signal a medical complication.
Pregnancy is a miraculous time, but it can unfortunately cause health issues for moms-to-be. One common health condition during pregnancy is gestational diabetes, which can affect your eye health and vision if left untreated.
Have you ever been going about your business, only to have your eyelid revolt against you and start maniacally twitching? That’s blepharospasm — learn what exactly that means and why it occurs.
Of all the forms of glaucoma, angle-closure glaucoma is the only one considered a true emergency. If you experience symptoms of angle-closure glaucoma, you need to see your eye doctor right away.
Do you suffer from an ongoing eye twitch or facial tic? Botox® treats a variety of eye and facial conditions by relaxing muscles and reducing nerve impulses. Read on to find out why Botox is more than just a cosmetic treatment.
Your eyes are an important part of your appearance, and you want them to look gorgeous, especially during the holidays. Putting on eyeliner takes time, requires a steady hand, and it can smear in the winter weather. Learn about permanent eyeliner!
Don’t let people know how old you are by reaching for your readers. Learn how conductive keratoplasty can treat your eyes to make you less dependent on reading glasses.
LASIK eye surgery can give you freedom from having to wear glasses or contact lenses. This procedure has been around for more than 20 years, yet many myths still surround it. Learn the facts about LASIK.
Did you know macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in Americans over 50? While no cure exists, you can take steps to prevent your chances of developing macular degeneration as you age. Read on to learn more.
Have you started to notice that your vision is cloudy or foggy? If so, you may have cataracts. These protein deposits can make it difficult to see. Read on to learn more about these protein deposits, prevention, and treatment.
Dr. Huynh traveled to Vietnam to teach local ophthalmologists innovative techniques in corneal transplant surgery.
Dr. Huynh traveled to Mandeville, Jamaica with colleagues to perform free cataract surgery on over 300 patients.
Tired of imperfect eyesight? LASIK can restore crystal clear vision to help you see the world in full detail. It’s time to take the plunge!
Are floaters in your vision a nuisance for you? More importantly, could their presence go beyond a nuisance? Find out what they could be telling you about your overall health, what causes them, and how you can get rid of them.
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of your eyes by removing excess saggy, baggy, or droopy eyelid skin. Follow these five tips to speed your recovery after eyelid surgery.
Your eye doctor is the first person you turn to improve how you see the world. They can also improve how the world sees you back with BOTOX.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 50. Learn the symptoms and what you can do to prevent this common eye disease.
Did you know that glaucoma can lead to irreversible damage to your vision even if you don’t have symptoms? The only way to stop this silent thief from robbing you of your sight is to have routine eye exams.
You may be happy with what you see in the mirror — until you focus on your eyes. While the rest of your skin looks great, your eyelids are droopy, making you look older than your years. That’s when it’s time for blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery.
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
If you live in SoCal, your risk for eye damage from the sun could be significant. Find out which shades provide the best sun protection to keep your eyes protected.