Frequently Asked Questions about Presbyopia: The Aging Eye
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When most people think about serious eye conditions that could permanently affect vision, the first that come to mind are the four leading causes of blindness: namely cataracts, retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. However, there is another condition that, although generally not as serious, is potentially just as debilitating and actually much more common,…
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On the Lookout for Winter Eye Threats
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The eyes are very sensitive organs, and their regular exposure to the external environment can often leave them highly vulnerable to damage. However the great outdoors is not the only place where your eyes may potentially be in danger. Even during the winter months, when we are all safely inside and taking shelter from the…
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Brightest Holiday Greetings from Georgia Eye!
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Everyone here at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons is anxiously looking forward to a brand new year, but we also wanted to take a moment and look back at everything we have accomplished. For more than a decade, we have been proud to be able to provide a full array of routine eye care, eye…
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Ask the GA Eye Docs: What are Eye Floaters and Flashes?
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For more than a decade, the dedicated team of specialists at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.C. has provided patients from all across Georgia with an array of eye care services, ranging from routine vision examinations and prescription eyewear to advanced eye disease treatment and refractive eye surgery. In this ongoing blog feature, you will…
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cataracts
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Cataracts, which affect more than 20 million men and women in the United States alone, represent the single most common cause of blindness in adults over the age of 40. Caused by a slow deterioration in the proteins that make up the eye’s lens, cataracts produce clouded areas in the field of vision which can,…
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Why Does Our Vision Get Worse as We Get Older?
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Everyone is familiar with the common effects that aging can have on the body. As cartilage and muscle tissue start to break down, early morning aches and joint pain become a frequent occurrence, and the skin begins to sag and wrinkle as it loses its natural elasticity and volume. However, many do not realize that…
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What Makes a Comprehensive Eye Exam Different?
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Prescription vision correction is more common than you might think. According to the Vision Council of America, an estimated 75 percent of the adult population worldwide uses vision correction products, and approximately 64 percent of them wear glasses. Regular wearers of glasses and contacts are all no doubt familiar with the standard vision screening, or…
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Why Does It Matter Which Eye Is Dominant?
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If you have ever participated in a sport or activity that involves aim, like archery, target shooting, or even darts, you have no doubt heard about and been affected by the issue of eye dominance. You may have wondered, however, exactly what that term means or what effect it might have on your vision. At…
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Common Health Conditions That Can Affect Your Eyesight
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At Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, our focus has always been on the health of our patients’ eyes, but we also understand that all of the systems of the body are interconnected, and so what affects one part of the body can often have a serious impact on the eyes as well. In fact, because…
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No Laughing Matter: The Dangers of Novelty Contact Lenses
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Halloween is right around the corner, and many out there are no doubt already planning elaborate costumes for neighborhood parties or trick-or-treating. Some might even be tempted to give those costumes an extra air of authenticity by using decorative colored contact lenses. While blood-drenched vampire eyes or glow-in-the-dark lizard lenses might seem like a harmless…
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