What do eye doctors mean when they use the terms “visual acuity, “eyesight” and “vision”? You might think the three terms are interchangeable, but each is used to describe a different aspect of our visual experience. Eyesight Describes Your Ability to See Eyesight refers to the actual physical ability to see, regardless of clarity or […]
Why Is Dilation Necessary?
Pupil dilation is done to increase the size of the pupils, letting in more light and allowing the doctor to completely examine the optic nerve and retina at the back of your eye. Many patients dread having their pupils dilated during their annual comprehensive eye exams, but this part of the exam is critical to […]
Examining Your Health Through Your Eyes
What do our eyes have to do with overall health? Actually, tons! Many people do not realize an eye exam is not just determining your prescription for glasses, but it’s a wellness check of your overall health. During that awkward silence, when the eye doctor is invading your personal space with his bright light, he […]
Keep it Safe on the Fourth of July: Tips to Prevent Firework-Related Eye Injuries
Everyone’s favorite summer holiday is just around the corner as the United States gets ready to celebrate another birthday on the Fourth of July. One of the most traditional ways to celebrate Independence Day is with fireworks. You’ve probably already noticed the stands popping up just outside the city limits. Fireworks are fun but they […]
Berkeley Eye Center Re-Opens May 4 After COVID-19 Outbreak
Berkeley Eye Center will re-open to the public on Monday, May 4, with new safety protocols and revised patient care processes in place. We are proud to have been able to continue to employee all 450 of our employees during the coronavirus/COVID-19 crisis. “Our goal has been and will continue to be to keep our […]
Save Your Vision With A Free Home Vision Test
The Amsler Grid is used by eye doctors to detect vision changes that may result from damage to the macula (the central part of the retina). Any damage to the macula can result in the straight lines of the grid to appear broken, wavy, or distorted. This chart can be very useful to test for […]
Comprehensive Eye Exams: What to Expect
Eye doctors recommend that adults with healthy vision get their eyes checked every one to two years. Regular eye exams are an effective way to detect vision problems, such as glaucoma, in their earliest and most treatable stages. The eye exam may also reveal other health problems you may not be aware of, such as […]
Keep Your Eyes Safe In The Workplace
Every day across the U.S., more than 2,000 people suffer a job-related eye injury. Of these people, 1 in 10 will miss work to recover from the injury, and about 10 to 20% will suffer temporary or permanent vision loss. Prevent Blindness America marks March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month to draw attention to this […]
Living With Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a degenerative disease of the retina that can cause visual distortion, blind spots or complete loss of central vision. It’s a leading cause of vision loss for people over age 55. Daily Activities Can Be a Challenge with AMD AMD causes vision loss but not necessarily total blindness. Most patients […]
Helpful College Student Eye Care Tips
Fall semester is underway for colleges in the Houston area. Between classes, studying, friends, work and football games, we know your days are full, but it’s still important to remember to take care of your eyes and look after your eye health. The following easy college student eye care tips can help you keep your […]