Seeing Dry Eye Differently with the HD Analyzer OQAS Tear Film Module
Dry eye is a medical condition where the individual fails to have enough quality tears to nourish and lubricate the eye. Tears are critical to the health of the eye and necessary for clear vision. As the
Continue readingWhy You Should Take High Eye Pressure Problems Seriously
Anytime an individual visits an eye doctor, one of the key areas that will be checked is the intraocular eye pressure (IOP) and whether high eye pressure problems exist. IOP is a measure of the amount
Continue readingHow to Disinfect Ophthalmic Devices: A Complete Guide
As we all look to return to some level of normalcy, it's critical you understand the proper procedures to disinfect ophthalmic devices; it's vital you do so on a regular basis. To help ensure you're using
Continue readingKeeler Is Now Manufacturing Protective Face Shields
Over the past few months, everything has changed. As every industry struggled to accommodate to the new normal, one blaring truth rang through it all: America wasn't prepared for COVID-19 or any other
Continue readingAre Glaucoma and Headaches Related?
Glaucoma is often referred to as the "silent thief of sight" because the condition rarely has symptoms. However, there are several types of glaucoma; and while the most common types of glaucoma may not
Continue readingA Closer Look at Laser & Incisional Glaucoma Surgery Types
As you already know, glaucoma is a progressive, chronic deterioration of the optic nerve that is commonly caused by increased IOP. However, there are multiple types of glaucoma surgery and devices designed
Continue readingOptometry Patient Education: A Clear Win-Win Scenario
Optometry patient education is a vital, but often overlooked component of eye care. It allows your patients to be more educated about their eye disorder, condition, and treatment plan options. Fortunately,
Continue readingCan Virtual Reality Games & Applications Cause Eye Damage?
As virtual reality (VR) applications and games become more mainstream, the conversation surrounding virtual reality and eye damage has reached a fever pitch. Let's examine VR systems a bit closer to gain
Continue readingShooting It Straight with Strabismus
Also known as “cross-eyed”, strabismus is a visual condition in which the eyes point in different directions and are not properly aligned. Under normal conditions, the individual isn’t able to align
Continue readingPatient and Practioner’s Guide to Diabetic Retinopathy
As the top cause of blindness in the United States, diabetic retinopathy is a condition where an individual’s high blood sugar causes damage to blood vessels in the retina. The earliest symptoms of diabetic
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