With winter, the weather becomes drier and colder, making your eyes more prone to drying out. Even if you don’t usually have dry eyes, your eyes might suddenly start to feel dry and tired with this kind of weather. The frigid winter temperatures result in low humidity outside, and when combined with the toasty indoor… Read More
In the United States, almost half of Americans will experience cataracts by the time they are 75 years old. Also, an average of 1 in 6 Americans who are over 40 years old has already started developing cataracts. Cataract surgery is available at any stage but it’s usually best to have the procedure when you… Read More
Is your vision foggy or cloudy? Do colors look faded or less vibrant than they used to? These are a few of the signs that you may have cataracts. Cataracts occur when proteins in the lens of the eye begin to break down. When this happens, the lens becomes cloudy and harder to see through…. Read More
Are your eyes dry or irritated? These are some common signs or symptoms of having dry eye syndrome. Several factors can result in dry eye syndrome. This is a condition characterized by a lack of adequate quality tears to keep your eyes moisturized. Typically, dry eyes cause burning, constant eye scratching, and irritation. In some… Read More
Who do I need to make an appointment with? We have many providers with a wide range of responsibilities in our practice. Choosing the right eye care provider is critical to your vision and ocular health. Do you know what type of provider you need to see? The first step to choosing an ophthalmologist, optometrist, or optician is understanding the… Read More
Short Hills Ophthalmology is proud to be selected as a provider to introduce a new drug- free solution for Dry Eye Disease. We’re sure you’ve heard a lot about a lack of oil in the eye, but many patients simply don’t produce enough natural tears. TrueTear® is a special device that stimulates your own natural tear… Read More
This summer, Star Gazing Parties are forecast to be all the rage. Friends are gathering to enjoy candlelit decks, soft music, and the grandeur of the night sky. What can be a relaxing evening, however, can quickly turn to stress if you are concerned about your night vision. Driving at night is a problem for… Read More
Proms, weddings, graduations…Spring is full of reasons to get glammed up. This season, make sure to follow some tips for making sure your eyes are healthy as well as glamorous! Beware of reactions! If you have sensitive skin or a history of allergies, make sure to patch test any new makeup before you put it… Read More
Chronic Dry Eye Dry eye is a condition caused by lack of oil or tears in the outer layer of the eye. The causes, signs, and symptoms of Chronic Dry Eye (also called Dry Eye Syndrome or Dry Eye Disease) vary from person to person, but here are some of the most common indicators you… Read More
Patients often ask me if it’s really true that carrots are beneficial for eye health. It is indeed true that carrots are a good source of beta carotene, a precursor to Vitamin A, and Vitamin A deficiency is one of the leading causes of blindness in the developing world. However, carrots alone are not sufficient… Read More
