Floaters and Flashes: What Do They Mean?
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One concern that many of the patients at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons bring to our attention has to do with little “cobwebs” or specks that seem to float about in their field of vision. These small, dark, shadowy shapes can look like spots, thread-like strands, or squiggly lines and just seem to lazily drift…
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Laser Eye Correction: Which Approach is Right for You?
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When we see, light is focused by the lens at the front of the eye onto the layer of photoreceptive cells that line the back of the retina, creating an image that is then transmitted to the brain. However, tiny imperfections in the curve of the cornea, called refractive errors, can distort this focus, making…
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The Importance of Back to School Eye Exams
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As summer starts to draw to a close many parents find themselves knee deep in a flood of back to school activities. But even though schedules may grow increasingly hectic, it is important to make sure that one vital responsibility not be overlooked: the back to school eye exam. Most school districts around the country…
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What Determines the Color of Your Eyes?
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Many of our patients at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons wonder why different people have different color eyes, and if those eye colors have any underlying medical significance, particularly as they may relate to the development of certain vision affecting conditions, like cataracts. While the underlying genetic basis that determines eye color can be extremely…
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Answers to the Most Common Questions about Eyeglasses
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According to statistics compiled by the National Eye Institute, as many as 3 in every 4 Americans require some form of corrective lenses for clear vision and of these the vast majority use eye glasses. However, despite the relative pervasiveness of corrective eyewear, many people have questions about glasses and contact lenses. Here are answers…
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Are Your Eyes Getting Old?
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As much as we may like to avoid it, getting older is inevitable. While a great deal can be done to help keep the body fit and the mind active as we age, there are still some signs of physical aging, some natural changes that occur in the body, that are simply unavoidable. Most significant…
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Understanding and Treating Retinopathy
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The retina is composed of a thin layer of light-sensitive cells that covers the inner surface at the back of the eye. Responsible for translating the light that enters the eye into electrochemical messages that can be relayed to the brain these highly sensitive cells are nourished by a complex and delicate network of blood…
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Protecting Your Eyes from the Summer Sun
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As the long winter months finally come to a close, many people are undoubtedly looking forward to spending more time enjoying outdoor activities. However all that time spent in the sunshine could potentially negatively impact the health of your eyes. The ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun has been shown to be the cause of…
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Precision Imaging Improves Cataract Surgery Outcomes
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In spite of the progress made in many countries during the last ten years, cataracts remain the leading cause of visual impairment in the world. According to statistics compiled by the United States Center for Disease Control, there are currently more than 20 million Americans over the age of 40 who are affected by cataracts. …
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Getting to the Root of Color Blindness
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For most people, the vast array of colors we see every day is something that usually gets taken for granted. We describe objects everyday by pointing out their various patterns and hues, and it is difficult to even imagine what the world would be like without them. However, for a small but significant minority this…
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