Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Eye Conditions on April 15, 2017
Red eyes, itchy eyes, sore eyes – they’re concerning no matter the season. But with spring in the air, it’s a good time to learn more about what could be causing your eye discomfort. Here are six reasons for irritated eyes and what you can do about them. 1.) Dry eye This is one of… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in LASIK on March 30, 2017
Most people who wear glasses or contact lenses have complaints: they wish they could fall asleep without worrying about taking out contacts, or glasses are a pain during any sports activity — to name only two. That’s why Lasik surgery is so appealing to so many people who need vision correction. Lasik is the most… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Eye Care on March 15, 2017
When it comes to your vision, it might be time to start acting like a grown-up. Because as adults, we understand how important it is to take good care of our cars, our homes, our appearance and hopefully our health, right? A recent survey undertaken by the American Academy of Ophthalmology revealed that over half… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Eye Care, Eye Exam on February 28, 2017
Some people who are blind in one eye may then discover they are losing their sight in the other. They may have gone to doctors and been told nothing could be done to save their vision. But there can be a diagnosis for this problem, and in many cases, vision-saving surgery can be performed. The… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Cataract Surgery, Eye Care on February 15, 2017
Monovision. The sound of the word might make you think that it’s a type of vision that involves using only one eye, not a particularly positive way to enjoy seeing. In truth, monovision is a popular method used by eye surgeons to optimize vision is both eyes — distance and near vision — following cataract or… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Dry Eyes on January 30, 2017
A condition called “dry eye” has been getting a lot of attention lately, mostly through advertising on TV. It might make the painful, annoying condition seem like the “problem of the month,” which makes some people write it off and others worry they have a serious disease. Various glands around your eyes secrete the lubricating… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Eye Care, Eye Exam on January 15, 2017
When you look at those holiday food spreads, do you see nothing but unhealthy calorie overload? You’re not alone. This time of year, meals aren’t exactly renowned for their nutrition benefits. But there’s a different way to look at holiday fare, and your eyes will thank you as much as your body. Look for holiday… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Pediatric Eye Care on December 30, 2016
Kids these days are busier than ever, with many participating in multiple team and individual sports. That’s why it’s more important than ever that parents, educators and coaches all understand the importance of eye safety. Every year thousands of children experience preventable eye damage Injuries and even blindness can result from accidents that occur at… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Diabetic Retinopathy on December 15, 2016
One of the many complications of diabetes is the damage the disease can cause to vision. Called diabetic retinopathy, the condition causes damage to the blood vessels of the retina and can develop in type 1 and 2 diabetes patients. The longer you have diabetes (and the less controlled your blood sugar), the more likely… Read More
Posted by: Aker Kasten Eye Center in Cataract Surgery on November 30, 2016
It’s estimated that 20 million people over age 40 in the U.S. have cataracts. At Aker Kasten, cataract diagnosis and surgery is one of our specialties. The surgery can change a patient’s vision so dramatically, it’s incredible. Here is some information on cataracts, especially since they are such a common eye problem as we age…. Read More