Vision with Diabetes
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Vision with Diabetes At Medical Center Eye Clinic, we want patients to understand that when you suffer from type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you’re more likely to develop eye problems when compared to patients without the disease. At our eye clinic in Salem, Oregon, we help patients combat […]
Causes of Cataracts
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Causes of Cataracts The front part of the eye includes the cornea, the clear window of the eye; the iris and pupil, which control how much light enters the eye; and the lens. The lens is a lentil-bean-shaped structure that is clear. It and the cornea provide focusing […]
Dry Eye Treatment
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Dry Eye Treatment At our vision center in Salem, we believe that clear vision and ocular surface comfort starts with a healthy tear film. When disease occurs your eye care provider can diagnose, educate and discuss with you the treatment options to improve the overall health, comfort and clarity […]
Types of Migraines
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Types of Migraines Migraine headaches are a neurological disorder that impact the lives millions of Americans and many of the patients at our clinic at the best eye care Salem Oregon has. While a great deal of research has been done to determine the cause of migraines, we now know […]
Sports-related Eye Injuries
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Sports-related Eye Injuries At our Salem eye clinic, we doctors see numerous sports and recreation-related eye injuries occur that could have been easily prevented. A recent study found that over 30,000 patients arrive at emergency departments all across the United States with sports-related eye injuries each year. The vast […]
Treating Glaucoma
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Treating Glaucoma Glaucoma is a common disease that damages the eye’s optic nerve, and glaucoma treatment a condition we commonly treat at our eye clinic in Salem, OR. The optic nerve sends signals from the retina in the back of the eye to the brain which then translates these signals […]
Annual Eye Exams
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Annual Eye Exams Preventative eye care plays an important role in protecting vision and general health. Because it is always easier to prevent problems than to fix them, regular exams by skilled ophthalmologists can catch infections and identify eye conditions quickly – making for a healthier life for […]
Eyelid Sensitivity
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – Eyelid Sensitivity Did you know? The skin of the eyelid is the thinnest and most vulnerable skin on the body? This particular skin on the lid of the eye is very susceptible to UV light. Because it surrounds the eyes, eyelids often get missed during sunscreen season. This vulnerable […]
How to combat Eye Strain
– THE EYE DOCTOR’S TAKE ON – How to combat Eye Strain You may be experiencing eyestrain and not even know it. Substantial amounts of time spent on cellphones and computers leads to eyestrain. The most common symptoms are blurred vision, dry eyes, and headaches. The simple fact is that you blink half as often […]