Age Related Vision Problems
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News
Over time, the lens of the eye gradually grows thicker and less flexible, while the muscles surrounding it become weaker and less responsive. Eventually, by the time a person is in their early to mid forties, the lens can start to lose its ability to bend enough to bring close objects into focus. As a…
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Treating Glaucoma with the iStent® Trabecular Micro-Bypass
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
Glaucoma, an eye condition affecting over 60 million people worldwide, is the second leading cause of irreversible blindness. While there is no cure of the underlying disease, there are a number of different treatments that can alleviate the most serious symptoms of glaucoma, effectively delaying its progression and preventing vision from worsening. One of the…
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The Facts about Glaucoma
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Glaucoma, a condition that occurs when the build-up of fluid pressure inside the eye damages the optic nerve, affects an estimated 2.2 million Americans. Unfortunately, because the disease is poorly understood, only about half of those affected even realize that they have it. Understanding the progression of the disease, and having your eyes checked annually,…
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Intraocular Lenses for Every Type of Eye
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News
The lens of the eye is a highly sophisticated organ, which constantly shifts and bends in order to focus incoming light onto the light-sensitive cells at the back of the retina. Unfortunately a number of different conditions can cause the lens to become clouded with cataracts, resulting in blurred or darkened vision. In the initial…
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Protecting Your Eyes from Everyday Damage
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News
The eyes are extremely intricate and sensitive organs, and we at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.C. are dedicated to helping you keep them in good working order. While we are able to treat many kinds of injuries and eye conditions, some of the most common threats to your eyes can be easily minimized with…
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What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is a common disease that affects central vision and is the leading cause of severe vision loss among people over the age of sixty. Researchers estimate that one in 2000 people in the developed world are afflicted with macular degeneration and as people come to live longer lives that number…
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