How to Choose the Best Eye Doctor in Lexington
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in General Eye Health
About 12 million people over the age of 40 in the US have a vision impairment. Meanwhile, almost 7% of children have a diagnosed eye and vision condition. Leaving your eye problems undetected can impact your day-to-day life by taking a social and economic toll. You might notice diminished productivity, suffering, disability, or reduced quality…
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Telehealth & Virtual Eye Exams: 3 Things to Know
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in General Eye Health,Specialty Care,Vision Care
Telehealth & Virtual Eye Exams: 3 Things to Know In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, eye doctors are looking for ways to serve their patients through virtual eye exams. Many medical professionals are turning to virtual services in order to safely serve their patients while complying with CDC guidelines. At Kentucky Eye Institute, though…
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Amazing Adult Eye Care Tips And When To Go See The Doctor
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in General Eye Health
When it comes to caring for our bodies, many of us tend to neglect our eyes. To put it simply, this is a huge mistake. After all, our eyes are our windows to the world. As such, failure to care for them properly could severely impair our well-being. The question is: what does adult eye care…
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Ask Your Lexington Eye Doctor About Help With Cataracts If You Have These 7 Symptoms
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in Cataracts
When you or a loved one is suffering from eye issues, you may start to wonder if it could be due to cataracts. But, how can you tell if you have cataracts in the first place? Many people have heard the term but still wouldn’t be able to answer simple questions. What are cataracts? What…
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The Complete Guide on Lasik: What to Expect Plus Lasik Eye Surgery Recovery
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in Vision Care
Over 10 million Americans have had Lasik surgery since it was approved by the FDA over 20 years ago. Since then, the procedure has become better and safer. 96% of people who get Lasik are happy with the outcomes of the surgery. That’s higher than any other elective surgery. So once you get Lasic, what…
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7 Questions to Ask Your Lexington Eye Doctor During an Eye Exam
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in General Eye Health
Spending a lot of time staring at a screen? That dedication to your electronics can do more harm than good. In fact, it might even contribute to long-term vision problems. Approximately 12 million Americans over the age of 40 have vision impairment. Meanwhile, 6.8% of children have a diagnosed vision condition. If you’re concerned about…
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How to Find an Eye Doctor in Lexington, Kentucky
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in General Eye Health
Did you know that just half of the American adults with the most risk for losing for vision have even seen an eye doctor within the last year? Skipping out on the eye doctor puts you at risk for problems that can even lead to vision loss if you don’t catch and treat them promptly. You might not…
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How to Heal a Scratched Eye (aka Corneal Abrasion)
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in General Eye Health
A recent survey by the American Academy of Ophthalmology stated that most Americans don’t see an eye doctor, even when they have an eye problem. If you have a serious corneal abrasion, you cannot ignore it. While a corneal abrasion, or a scratched eye, can heal at home, it is important to visit a doctor…
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Cloudy Vision: The Diagnosis and Treatment of Cataracts
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in Cataracts
Almost 350,000 people in Kentucky suffer from cataracts—that’s over 17% of the state’s population. If you’re over the age of 60, that number is even higher. Thankfully, this common eye condition doesn’t mean you’ll lose your vision for good. A qualified eye doctor can diagnose and treat cataracts to restore your sight to normal. Don’t…
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Eyesight Getting Worse? How Vision Changes as We Age
Posted by: Kentucky Eye Institute in Vision Care
Right now, your vision is the best it’ll ever be. Unless you make some sort of surgical change, your eyes are going to get worse with time, not better. The good news is, your eyesight getting worse is normal, and the bad news is, you can’t necessarily stop it. Learn what changes you can expect…
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