Fun Facts about Eyes
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.C., provides patients with a full array of routine eye care, eye disease treatment, and refractive eye surgery. Dr. William Segal and Marc Lay,O.D take pride in the superior care they always strive to offer their patients. Patients typically ask us a variety of questions concerning eye care, and we’ve decided to help answer…
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New Technology to Treat Glaucoma: The iStent®
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Standing as the second most common cause of blindness, glaucoma currently affects 2.2 million Americans according to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. William Segal reminds his patients that every age group is at risk for glaucoma, including young adults and even infants. In an effort to treat patients suffering…
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7 Factors that can Harm your Eyesight
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When it comes to your eyesight, it is very important to treat your eyes with the utmost care. You may not know it, but everyday activities can wreak havoc on your vision; causing you to have problems later down the road. At Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, we are committed to maintaining your vision and…
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How Cosmetics Can Harm Your Eyesight
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At Georgia Eye Physicians we treat patients with a variety of different eye conditions. Often times our patients are surprised to learn how even the most routine regimens like applying makeup can pose risks to your eyesight. In fact, what most of us don’t know is that the makeup we are applying can be an…
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Google Glass: The Active Popularity of the Tech-savvy Eyewear
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If you’ve been out of the loop recently and haven’t heard of the latest craze in technology, Google Glass, the innovative Internet connected eyeglasses, you’re missing out. This wearable computer displays in a hands free, smartphone-like format and can communicate with the Internet by the use of your voice commands, tapping motions and gestures on…
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Determining the Best Eyeglasses for Your Face Shape
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Picking the perfect glasses for your face shape can be challenging. For some of us, glasses are necessary for our vision, others just for fashion, but when you’ve tried on numerous pairs and can’t figure out which ones look best, it can be frustrating. Knowing your face shape is helpful when choosing a pair of…
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A History of LASIK Eye Surgery
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From the innovation of the excimer laser to the millions of surgeries performed to date, LASIK eye surgery has grown increasingly popular. While variations of refractive surgery have been in practice within ophthalmology for over 100 years, technological advances within the last 50 years have driven the substantial developments and remarkable outcomes that have resulted…
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Scientists Develop Glaucoma-Treating Contact Lenses
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According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 2.2 million Americans are currently affected by glaucoma, the second most common cause of blindness. Unfortunately, it is expected that this number will rise to 7.3 million people by 2050. While the disease is mostly unable to be reversed completely, eye drops and…
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New Studies Show Early Hope for Stopping Cataract Formation
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Currently, cataracts are the world’s leading cause of blindness and are seen often by the licensed physicians at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons. While scientists have labored tirelessly for decades to configure the foundation of their formation, recent developments have been discovered that may lead to exact cause. The powerful focusing ability in the human…
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Baby’s First Eye Exam
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While eye exams may not be the first thing you think about when you make health appointments for your child, the licensed eye care professionals at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons recommend having their eyes examined before six months of age. Most commonly, pediatricians will examine your baby’s eyes during initial check-ups using various methods to…
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