5 Reasons To Get Regular Eye Exams

5 Reasons To Get Regular Eye Exams

There are many reasons to make sure you see your eye doctor on a regular basis for eye examinations. Let’s go over 5 reasons that may serve as a reminder to you to stay on schedule! 1. Your Vision Health Depends On It This is not an exaggeration. You see your primary...
5 Tips To Prep For Your Child’s First Eye Exam

5 Tips To Prep For Your Child’s First Eye Exam

As adults, it’s easy to forget how scary that first eye exam may have been as a child. As parents, it’s our job to help prepare our children for their first eye exam, which they may think of as being scary. If your child is afraid, preparing them before their first...
Are You Choosing The Right IOL?

Are You Choosing The Right IOL?

Deciding to have cataract surgery can be a hard and complicated process. That’s why it is important to ask questions when meeting with your cataract surgeon. All the questions you ask should help you build a relationship with your surgeon. Questions can range...
Are You Talking About Diabetic Retinopathy?

Are You Talking About Diabetic Retinopathy?

Do you have Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes? If so, you’ve most likely heard about diabetic retinopathy. This is a problem that most diabetics face at some point in their life. Keep reading to learn more about this condition! Diabetic Retinopathy Risks Your risk of...
Do You Know These 7 Cataract Surgery Truths?

Do You Know These 7 Cataract Surgery Truths?

Cataracts affect a whopping 20.5 million Americans starting at age 40. While that number may be big, it’s important to know that you shouldn’t be afraid of getting cataracts. Cataracts happen to be one of the most treatable conditions that result in loss...

Eye Condition Emergencies

Most emergencies bring to mind a hospital ER and needing immediate treatment. But what about eye emergencies? Although our eyes are resilient, there are eye conditions that can put them in severe danger. Keep reading to learn more about eye condition emergencies and...

Choose The Right Eye Doctor For You

Your eye health and vision depend on knowing which kind of eye doctor to see and when. Getting your eyes regularly checked is important. Additionally, make sure you are seeing the right kind of eye doctor for your needs. Keep reading to learn how to choose the right...

What Do I Really Need To Know About Cataracts?

There’s a high likelihood that you will one day have cataracts. Over time, our vision worsens as we age. Developing cataracts is a normal part of the aging process. As with all health conditions, early detection is best. This also applies to the detection of...

What To Expect After Cataract Surgery

If your cataract symptoms are beginning to interfere with your normal daily activities, it’s time to schedule a consultation at Riverside Eye Center for cataract surgery. Nearly half of all Americans who are 80 or older have had a cataract removed or currently have...

Did You Know That July Is Dry Eye Awareness Month?

July is National Dry Eye Awareness Month. Dry eye disease is an under-recognized condition and under-diagnosed condition affecting more than 30 million adults in the United States. For some, dry eye symptoms may feel like a speck of sand or dirt in your eye that just...