by Marty | May 1, 2022 | pediatric eye doctor
If your child spontaneously develops a red spot on the white of their eye, it may be a subconjunctival hemorrhage. The good news is this condition is usually harmless and will not affect your child’s vision. A subconjunctival hemorrhage often resolves after a...
by Marty | Apr 28, 2022 | pediatric eye doctor
Often it is children who bring up the question about contact lenses. As they grow older they tend to express more of an interest as their peers may make the transition from glasses to contacts. But are contacts safe for children? At what age are they recommended? ...
by Marty | Mar 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you have a teenager who wears glasses or contacts, the question has probably come up, “Can I get LASIK?” This article will address the question, along with information that you can use to talk with your teenagers about LASIK surgery. Are...
by Marty | Jan 31, 2022 | pediatric eye doctor
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is common for many children. Myopia is a type of refractive error. What is a refractive error? They are optical conditions that may prevent the eye from properly focusing on light, resulting in blurred vision. Along with myopia,...
by Marty | Dec 13, 2021 | pediatric eye doctor
Just like adults, children can suffer from chronic dry eyes. There is even a name for the condition: dry eye syndrome. It is caused by a deficiency in the tear film that lubricates the eye. Dry eyes can be irritating and painful. Sometimes the syndrome can affect...
