Eat, Drink & Be – Blurry? Alcohol and Your Eyes
The winter holidays come but once a year, a special time when we may be forgiven for overindulging in good food and drink. As we at Atlantic Eye wish you all the best in the holiday season, we also think this is a good time for a gentle reminder about the effects that drinking alcohol […]
Monovision Contact Lenses: What Santa May Not Know
We all know that Santa Claus wouldn’t be the same without those iconic glasses perched on the tip of his nose. But if you’re tired of struggling to read small print on holiday gift instructions or experiencing blurry vision while driving to grandma’s house, there may be a solution: monovision, also known as blended vision. […]
Eye Spy with My Diabetic Eye: Tips for Keeping Your Vision in Check
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and earlier this month we discussed one of the serious eye disorders that can result from diabetes: diabetic retinopathy, or DR. We said that anyone who has diabetes can develop DR — but also that it is largely preventable. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says […]
Diabetes and Your Eyes: Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy
If you (or a loved one) have diabetes, you know that the disease affects the body’s ability to produce or use insulin effectively to control blood sugar (glucose) levels. Over time, this excess glucose can damage vital organs of the body, including the eyes. Even when the disease is well-controlled, people with diabetes should get […]
For Contact Lens Safety Ditch the Risks
This month, in our earlier blog, we took a look at the main types of contact lenses so you can feel better informed when talking with your Atlantic Eye doctor. After you’ve received your contact lens prescription, the easiest and safest option is to have the doctor’s office order them. There can be a temptation […]
Contact Lenses – More Than Meets the Eye!
As you probably know, contact lenses are thin, clear plastic disks that float on the tear film that covers the eye’s cornea. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, nine out of ten people who want to correct their vision with contacts can wear them successfully. If you’re wondering if contacts might be right for […]
10 Sporting Heros who Goggle – Can you name their sport?
Did you know that tens of thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur every year, and most are preventable through the use of protective eyewear? Below is a list of ten-star athletes who recognized the risks and made sports safety eyewear a priority. For fun, see if you can identify the sport each athlete played (or […]
Protect Your Vision, Play with Precision: Celebrating Sports Eye Safety Month
This month, both adults and children are gearing up for fall sports activities – a good time to think about protecting the eyes from injury as well as ensuring the athlete’s ability to see clearly and comfortably. Fortunately, there are protective goggles for most sports, and for glasses or contact lens wearers, prescription goggles do […]
The Eye Exam, Take 2: The How and The What
Earlier this month, we discussed the “Why” and “When” (https://atlanticeye.com/2023/07/the-why-and-when-of-eye-exams/) of having a comprehensive eye exam. Now, let’s take a look at how it’s done and what happens during your eye exam. During a comprehensive eye exam, your Atlantic Eye ophthalmologist checks a number of aspects of your eye health. The exam will commonly include: […]
The WHY and WHEN of EYE EXAMS
August is National Eye Exam Month, the perfect time to remember the importance of regular eye exams, even if you haven’t noticed any problems with your vision. Let’s talk about why eye exams are so important, and when you and your family members should have them. The Why – A No-Brainer Many people think their […]
Can Menopause Cause Dry Eyes?
You’ve probably heard of (or experienced!) the hot flashes, irregular periods and other discomforts said to go along with the hormonal changes of menopause for women. But did you know that these changes also mean a higher risk of developing dry eye syndrome? Though tear production decreases for both men and women as we age, […]
Watch Out for Chronic Dry Eye
Sometimes we may be able to manage the symptoms of Dry Eye with over-the-counter (OTC) remedies, usually with things like “artificial tear” eye drops, warm compresses, and avoidance of irritants. But at some point, OTC treatments and lifestyle changes may not work as well or at all. July is National Dry Eye Awareness Month, a […]
Let’s Talk About Cataract Surgery: What to Expect
Continuing our June theme of Cataract Awareness Month, we thought we’d answer some common questions about the most effective proven treatment: cataract surgery. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, recent data suggests that over 50% of Americans will have cataract surgery before age 75. At Atlantic Eye, we are committed to making our patients […]
Let’s Be Clear About Cataracts
Most of us know someone who has, or had surgery to correct, the common eye disease known as cataract. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that cataract is the leading cause of vision loss in the United States, and the leading cause of blindness worldwide. That’s why the Prevent Blindness organization has declared June […]
Don’t gamble with your eye health: Place your bets on Lutein and Zeaxanthin
Healthy Vision Month is celebrated every year in May to stress the importance of promoting and maintaining the health of our eyes. In a previous blog, we talked about general tips for improving eye health, including some dietary recommendations (https://atlanticeye.com/2022/01/eat-more-kale-dump-the-smokes-making-2022-an-eye-healthy-year/). Today, we’d like to focus on two particular nutrients that research suggests are emerging as healthy-vision winners: […]
Autoimmune Disease and Eye Health
You’ve probably heard the saying, “The eyes are the windows to the soul,” but it’s less well-known that the eyes are often the windows to our physical health. Since May is Healthy Vision Month, let’s look into how physical health and eye health are related when it comes to the increasingly common disorders known as […]
Feeling the Sting of Dry Eyes? Ask us About LipiFlow®
Dry Eye Disease is a common condition that occurs when your tears aren’t able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. Dry eyes feel uncomfortable, and your eyes may itch, sting or burn and become inflamed. Allergies that increase in the beautiful spring weather can add to the irritation. That’s why we think this is […]
Springtime Eye Allergies: How do you Spell R-E-L-I-E-F
Ah, Spring! We usually can’t wait for it to arrive, but when it does many of us will experience eyes that are irritated due to seasonal allergies. When an allergen (like pollen) comes in contact with your eye, certain cells within your eye (called mast cells) release histamine and other substances to fight off the […]
Ocular Migraine: When Migraine is not a Headache
We usually associate migraine with the painful headaches that some people experience, often accompanied by feeling sick and visual disturbances known as “aura”. Ocular migraine, also known as retinal migraine, is different in that it happens without the classic pain and throbbing of a headache. Also, an ocular migraine — unlike a migraine aura — […]
Show Your Eyes and Heart Some Love
We all know how important it is to take good care of our eyes with regular Atlantic Eye checkups, but did you know that eye doctors may also be able to detect signs of heart disease during a comprehensive eye exam? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a new study finds that people with […]
Fear of Eye Surgery — You’re Not Alone!
If you are considering vision correction surgery, it’s normal that you feel a bit apprehensive about the procedure. But at Atlantic Eye, we have seen first-hand how life-changing vision correction surgery can be, and each member of our team is dedicated to ensuring that your vision correction experience is as comfortable as possible. Procedures like […]
Bloodshot Eyes: What to Do, When to Worry
New Year’s Eve partying may have resulted in some temporary red eyes on New Year’s Day (we hope you had a good one) but there are many and varied reasons why sometimes our eyes get red, or bloodshot. Many of these cases are caused by minor irritation and will go away on their own or […]