Posted in General Info | September 9, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
Are cataracts making simple activities difficult? If you have cataracts, the only way to see clearly is to have cataract surgery. Who you choose as a cataract surgeon can significantly affect the outcome of your procedure, so selecting the best surgeon is worth the effort. Keep reading to learn 5 things you can expect when… Read More
Posted in General Info | August 9, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
Do you wake up in the morning with sticky eyelashes and lids? These can be signs of blepharitis, especially if you also have red, swollen, and itchy eyelids. Blepharitis is a common eyelid condition that’s very persistent. You may continue to experience uncomfortable and painful symptoms of blepharitis even after going through different treatments. Fortunately,… Read More
Posted in General Info | July 12, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
As you get ready to enjoy some sun and fun this summer, don’t forget to take extra care of your eyes. Your eyes are more prone to damage because the sun is strongest at this time of the year. Ensuring adequate eye care and proper eye protection will keep your eyes happy and healthy. Keep… Read More
Posted in General Info | June 7, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
Are your eyes dry, itchy, and irritated? These are some common signs of dry eye syndrome or dry eye disease. Dry eye disease is a widespread issue for up to 49 million Americans. This chronic condition can significantly impact your quality of life, causing a foreign body sensation in your eyes, pain, blurry vision, and… Read More
Posted in General Info | May 4, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
LASIK can improve your sight and quality of life if you’ve put up with having poor vision for many years. Laser eye surgery reshapes your cornea to correct farsightedness, nearsightedness, and astigmatism. Keep reading to learn why LASIK is a life-changing procedure. Clearer Vision For most patients, LASIK means seeing 20/20 or better. The best… Read More
Posted in General Info | April 5, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
Do you have blurry vision, see glare around streetlights while driving at night, or have a prescription that’s changed frequently? These are some signs of having a cataract. Keep reading to find out 7 signs you may have cataracts! What are Cataracts, and Why Do They Form? A cataract occurs when proteins in the eye… Read More
Posted in General Info | March 8, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
Millions of adults in the U.S. experience allergies and dry eyes each year. Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to substances it considers dangerous even though they’re typically harmless. The chemicals released to fight the ‘invader’ trigger symptoms associated with allergies. Dry eyes occur when your tears evaporate too fast or when you don’t… Read More
Posted in General Info | February 16, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
Myopia or nearsightedness is a refractive error that makes it difficult to see things that are far away clearly. Typically, distant objects look out of focus and blurry. Keep reading to learn more about nearsightedness and if treating your child with MiSight contact lenses could help! How Do You Know if Your Child is Nearsighted?… Read More
Posted in General Info | January 12, 2022 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
As you age, the proteins in your eyes break down and clump together on the natural lens of the eye, leading to the formation of cataracts. Cataracts continue growing over the years, resulting in blurry, distorted vision. The only way to treat cataracts is by having cataract surgery to remove them. Removing your cataracts helps… Read More
Posted in General Info | December 7, 2021 | Posted by Short Hills Ophthalmology
As the year draws to a close, you may have leftover funds to use on healthcare. If you have an FSA, you have flex spending dollars that expire before the end of the year. An FSA (Flexible Spending Account) is like a bank account set up through your employer. It enables you to put pre-taxed… Read More