Ptosis is a condition in which the upper eyelid droops, impacting both cosmetic appearance and vision. It may occur because of aging, weakness of muscle, or nerve damage. Most people assume surgery is the only way, which is often not the case. Fortunately, there are non-invasive ptosis treatment options available. In this blog, we will...
Droopy eyelids, referred to as ptosis, can affect both your appearance and vision. This condition is a natural part of aging, but it can also occur because of certain medical problems. Surgery is typically the treatment for liable droop, but surgery comes with its own risks and downtime. The good news is
Dry eye is an extremely common condition that impacts millions of people around the world. Your lacrimal glands in this case don’t provide enough lubrication for your eyes, leading to irritation, inflammation and damage to the surface of the eye. Common Causes of Dry Eye: Considerations include age, gender, and medical...
Air is essential for the survival and development of all lives on Earth. The quality of air directly affects human health and is closely linked to the level of development around us. However, as air pollution rises, especially in cities, the number of people suffering from eye discomfort is also...
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Dec 23rd that Alcon laboratories, based out of Texas, are voluntarily recalling a single lot of “Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra SPF, Single Vials On-the-Go due to fungal contamination. After a customer complained of foreign materials in the evaluation,...
As we step into a new year, exciting changes in eye care technologies are ready to transform the way we care for our vision. With 2025 just around the corner, a few exciting changes may come to help improve your eye health in new and effective ways. Curious to know what...
The twinkling glow of Christmas lights, a beloved symbol of the holiday, adds to the festive spirit. However, their impact on our eyes is a lesser-discussed side. Prolonged exposure to high-energy blue light emitted by LEDs can fatigue the eyes. Understanding how Christmas lights affect eye health is important for...
A recent study has found a link between Ozempic, a popular diabetes drug by Novo Nordisk, and a rare type of vision loss called NAION. This condition is irreversible and can cause sudden vision problems. The research shows Ozempic users are more than twice as likely to develop NAION compared...
We need to process information through visual cues, but now, our lifestyle requires more than just visual cues from our eyes. Being the first receptors of any information, our eyes process much information daily. Our whole day is spent in front of giant screens or doing something so small and...
With winter approaching, our indoor heating comes to the rescue. But, as much as it provides warmth and coziness, what this brings potentially harms our health in ways we never expected—especially your eyes. We often forget how Indoor Heating can be a cause of eye discomfort and dryness and...
