What foods prevent cataracts?
If you have sudden vision loss, you may have a cataract. Learn what it is and if it can be prevented.
Read MoreCan LASIK make you go blind?
Any procedure can bring anxiety, especially if they don’t know what to expect. We frequently get a lot of questions when it comes to LASIK eye surgery. One of the most common questions is if LASIK can make you go blind.
Read MoreHow much is a pediatric eye exam?
Are you about to take your child to their first eye exam but unsure what to expect or how much it costs? We have the answers you need to prepare accordingly.
Read MoreCan you check your own eye pressure?
If you’ve ever had a comprehensive eye exam, chances are your eye doctor checked your eye pressure. This part of the exam allows your doctor to look for signs of optic nerve damage, which could ultimately have an effect on your eyesight. Your eyes are…
Read MoreWhy eye exams for children are important
As a parent, your child’s health is likely very important to you. Many parents don’t know when to start taking their child to the eye doctor or how often. From the time your child is born, it’s important to have their eyes checked by an optometrist regularly.
Read MoreIs an optometrist an MD?
Optometrists are healthcare professionals who provide primary vision care. That ranges from comprehensive eye exams to diagnosing, treating, and managing vision and overall eye health.
Read MoreHow do you test for diabetic retinopathy?
Diabetes can cause a number of problems with diabetic retinopathy being the most common. In fact, more than 2 in 5 adults in the U.S. have diabetic retinopathy.
Read MoreHow long does a cataract operation take?
Cataracts are common in many people, especially as they age. Fortunately, surgery is available to remove the cataract and restore your vision. Cataract operations are a quick and pain-free procedure; they typically only take 5-10 minutes.
Read MoreWhat age should a child have an eye test?
Just like teens and adults, children must also focus on eye health. Unfortunately, many parents don’t know what age their child should start visiting the eye doctor. There are varying opinions between professionals, but we at Oklahoma City Vision recommend most children start to visit the dentist and receive their first eye test by the age of one.
Read MoreDoes insurance cover LASIK?
LASIK is a popular eye surgery that can correct people’s vision problems, such as astigmatism and people who are farsighted or nearsighted. The surgery consists of reshaping the cornea so that light focuses on the retina in the back of the eye.
Read More