Eye Care - Eyes On Brickell

19AugAugust 19, 2026

LASIK Beyond 20/20: What to Know About Your Vision for Years to Come

When people start researching lasik eye surgery in Miami, the first questions are usually straightforward: Am I a candidate? How does the procedure work? How quickly will I recover? And will I be able to see clearly without glasses? Those are important questions, but there is another side of LASIK that deserves attention: what does your vision journey look like after you achieve clearer vision? LASIK is not simply about reaching a number on an eye chart. It can be an opportunity to enjoy greater visual freedom while thinking about how your vision goals may evolve as your lifestyle...

Lasik Eye Surgery In Miami, LASIK Vision Correction

13AugAugust 13, 2026

Most Parents Think Myopia Is Just About Updating Glasses Every Year – But It’s Not

When a child starts struggling to see the board at school, many parents assume the solution is simple: schedule an eye exam, get a stronger pair of glasses, and move on. But what if your child needs a stronger prescription again the following year? And then again the year after that? This pattern can be more than a routine need for updated eyewear. It may be a sign that your child’s myopia (nearsightedness) is progressing. Myopia is becoming increasingly common worldwide. A recent National Academies report notes that, if current trends continue, approximately 5...

myopia contact lenses, Myopia in Kids

10AugAugust 10, 2026

What Happens During a Scleral Lens Fitting? A Step-by-Step Guide

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Antoine Copty, OD | Eyes On Brickell Last Updated: August 2026 If your eye doctor has recommended scleral lenses, you may be wondering what happens during the fitting process. It's common to have questions about how long the appointment will take, whether the lenses will feel comfortable, or if more than one visit is normal. The encouraging news for patients in Brickell and across Miami is that a scleral lens fitting is a carefully planned process designed to provide clear vision, long-lasting comfort, and a personalized fit. Unlike standard contact lenses that come in predetermined sizes, scleral lenses are...

Scleral Contact Lenses, Scleral Lens Treatment Miami

Child inserting a myopia control contact lens at Eyes On Brickell in Miami

30JulJuly 30, 2026

Could Contact Lenses Slow Your Child’s Nearsightedness? A Miami Parent’s Guide

Medically reviewed by Dr. Antoine Copty, OD — Eyes On Brickell, Brickell, Miami, FL. Last updated: July 2026. If your child's glasses prescription keeps getting stronger every year, you're not imagining it, and you're not alone. Childhood myopia (nearsightedness) is rising fast, and once it starts, it usually keeps progressing through the school years. The encouraging news for parents in Brickell and across Miami is that we can now do far more than simply hand out a stronger pair of glasses each visit. Myopia control contact lenses and related treatments are clinically proven to slow how quickly a child's...

Causes of Myopia, myopia contact lenses

24JulJuly 24, 2026

IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes in Miami: Does It Really Work?

By Dr. Antoine Copty, Eyes On Brickell — Brickell, Miami, FL If artificial tears, warm compresses, and eyelid wipes have stopped making a real difference, you're not imagining it, and you're not out of options. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment is one of the most effective tools available today for chronic dry eye caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), and at Eyes On Brickell, it's a treatment we perform regularly for patients across Brickell, Downtown Miami, and greater South Florida. This guide covers exactly what

IPL Technology, IPL therapy, Ipl Treatment

17JulJuly 17, 2026

Red Eye Treatment: Causes of Bloodshot Eyes and How to Treat Them Fast

Medically reviewed for Eyes on Brickell by the practice's Miami-Brickell optometry team. Published July 2026. You catch your reflection in the elevator mirror on your way into the office and there it is again, your eyes look bloodshot, tired, and a little alarming, even though you feel mostly fine. Red, bloodshot eyes are one of the most common reasons people search for an eye doctor, and most of the time the fix is simpler than the mirror makes it look. But "most of the time" isn't "always," and knowing the difference is the whole point of...

Causes of Red Eyes, Red Eye Treatment

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15JulJuly 15, 2026

Dry Eye Treatment in Brickell: A Complete Guide to Lasting Relief

If your eyes feel gritty by lunchtime, burn after a few hours at your laptop, or water uncontrollably on the walk to the office, you're not imagining it, and you're not alone. Dry eye is one of the most common reasons Brickell residents book an eye exam, and Miami's climate, screen-heavy work culture, and high rate of contact lens wear make it more common here than in most cities. The good news: dry eye treatment in Brickell has come a long way from "just use more drops." At Eyes on Brickell, Dr. Antoine Copty and his team diagnose the specific cause of your dry eye and build a treatment plan...

Best Dry Eye Clinic, Best Dry Eye Treatment Brickell

22JunJune 22, 2026

Why Are My Eyes Red? Understanding the Causes and Red Eye Treatment Options

You look in the mirror after a long workday and notice your eyes appear red and irritated, with visible blood vessels. At that moment, the most common reaction is to reach for redness relief eye drops from the drugstore. However, these drops often only provide short-term relief. They work by temporarily shrinking the blood vessels in the eye, which reduces redness for a while. Once the effect wears off, the vessels can expand again, and the redness may return even more noticeably. Instead of masking the surface, finding permanent relief requires a proper medical red eye treatment that addresses the actual...

Causes of Red Eyes, Red Eye Treatment

08JunJune 8, 2026

What’s the Difference Between a Routine Eye Exam and Diabetic Retinal Screening?

Imagine walking through your day with perfect 20/20 vision, completely unaware that the tiny blood vessels in the back of your eyes are leaking fluid. It sounds frightening, but it happens every single day. Many people living with diabetes assume that because they can read street signs or phone screens clearly, their eyes are perfectly healthy. This is a common and dangerous misunderstanding. When you live with high blood sugar, a standard vision checkup is simply not enough to protect your sight. Understanding the exact difference between a routine vision test and specialized diabetic retinal eye exams is the first...

Diabetic Eye Disease, Retinal Diseases

02JunJune 2, 2026

What is the Best Dry Eye Treatment for Constant Burning and Irritation?

Constant burning, stinging, or gritty eyes can make even simple tasks like reading a screen exhausting. If store-bought drops only give you ten minutes of relief before the scratchy feeling returns, you aren't just dealing with tired eyes. Over 85% of chronic dryness is actually caused by blocked oil glands inside your eyelids. When these glands clog, artificial tears can't stick to your eyes to lubricate them. This guide simplifies the confusion, breaking down the true causes of your discomfort and how modern clinical solutions can finally provide a lasting dry eye treatment Brickell. Why Burning and Irritation Keep Coming Back Dry, burning...

Best Dry Eye Treatment Brickell, Dry Eye Clinic