7 Causes Of Eye Issues From Smoking
Your lungs and heart are not the only organs that can be damaged by smoking. There are a number of eye issues from smoking. There are over 4,700 chemicals in cigarettes, and they can all…
Is Lasik Recommended for Athletes & Sportsmen?
Wouldn’t it be great to head out on the playing field and not have to worry about breaking your glasses, dislodging your contact lenses, or putting on your vision-correcting sports goggles? If this sounds appealing…
5 Frequently Asked Questions About Lasik Eye Surgery
Am I Candidate? Lasik is safe for healthy adults who are over the age of 18. Your eyes must be healthy. This means that you cannot have glaucoma, cataracts or age-related macular degeneration. These conditions…
Our Raleigh Eye Surgeon Helps Determine If You Are a Candidate for Lasik Surgery
Many people who are interested in Lasik surgery have a number of questions. What is involved in the process? Who do I need to talk to? What movies can I watch now that my vision…
Proper Tips for Using Eye Drops After Your Lasik Procedure
After Lasik eye surgery, your eyes require some special care. This usually includes using eye drops on a schedule provided by your Raleigh Lasik surgeon. To maximize the effectiveness of the drops and reduce the…
Lasik vs Contacts: Long Term Cost Savings of Lasik Surgery
Lasik eye surgery would make your life easier, but can you justify the cost? That depends on the answer to this question: Which costs more: Lasik surgery or a lifetime supply of contact lenses? No…
Lafont Trunk Show – November 14th
The Optical Dispensary at Raleigh Eye Center invites you to our Lafont Trunk Show on Wednesday, November 14th, 2018 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Meet with a Lafont stylist to find your next pair…
Lafont Trunk Show: October 18, 2017!!
Raleigh Eye Center is pleased to announce our annual Lafont Eyewear Trunk Showcase being held in our Optical Dispensary on Wed, October 18th, 2017 from 1:00pm-5:00pm!! Just stop on by!! Superb Parisian optical eyewear with…
Our Raleigh Optometrists Explain Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is a disease that affects the macula, which is the tissue at the very back of the eye. The macula is right in the center of the retina and allows for very sharp…
4 Tips to Relieve Nasty Itchy and Watery Eye Allergies
Allergies are a nuisance to anyone who has had the misfortune of owning eyes that are picky about their surroundings. Itchy and watery eyes are inconvenient and sometimes painful. But no one has to give…
Fall Allergies: What to Watch Out for With Your Eyes
Individuals who suffer from allergies know that different seasons bring different troubles with them. Those who are dealing with intense allergies know how much suffering eye allergy symptoms can bring. Therefore, individuals need to know…
How Can Our Eye Doctors Help Beat The Development Of Cataracts
Just about every part of your body changes as you age, including your eyes. That is why it is important to see an eye doctor in Raleigh on a regular basis. Cataracts are an eye…
5 Benefits of Progressive Lenses to Improve Your Vision
If you suffer from presbyopia and need bifocals or trifocals, you want your lenses to be as comfortable and easy on your eyes as possible. The trouble with bifocals and other traditional presbyopia lenses is…
Does Reading in Dim Light Really Hurt Your Eyes?
It’s the age-old question: Does reading in dim light really hurt your eyes? Contrary to popular belief, there is no evidence to support that reading in the dark causes any long-term damage to the eyes,…
Raleigh Eye Doctor Tips to Help You Prevent Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry Eye Syndrome is a symptom that occurs when the eye develops a dryness that in turn can cause eye inflammation, and could result in a lack of tears for your eye. While it doesn’t…
Should Diabetic Patients Undergo LASIK?
When undergoing a surgical procedure, the potential for complications can make most patients a little nervous. This is especially true for those with diabetes. Part of this stems from the increased risk diabetic patients face…
5 Mistakes LASIK Patients Make
LASIK vision correction is something most people with refractive errors dream about. They want to be able to enjoy life and all that it has to offer without a dependency on glasses or contact lenses….
Why Women Have a Greater Risk of Vision Loss than Men
Less than 10 percent of women are aware that they are at a greater risk of suffering from permanent vision loss. The vast majority of women feel they have the same risk as men. This…
Raleigh Eye Center Shares Why Your Vision Prescriptions Change As You Age
Aging is a natural part of life for everyone that brings about many physical changes. Often vision problems are easily overlooked by many people because they can occur so gradually over a period of time….
Spring is Here: Don’t Forget to Protect Your Eyes with Sunglasses
Spring is here, which means flowers, showers and occasional sunny days. Even when it’s not sunny out, it is still important to protect your eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet radiation. Over time, UV rays from…