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Most people know that smoking is bad for the lungs and heart. Do you know the negative effects of smoking on your eyes? At every eye exam your doctor will ask you questions that, at first, may not seem related to your vision: Do you exercise? How much do you smoke? Does...

When you come to Woodhams Eye Clinic for your annual eye exam, you will undergo a series of quick and painless eye tests. These are very informative because they give a full picture of your overall eye health, your visual acuity (how clearly you see), and the type and extent...

Having eye surgery is a serious undertaking. Your vision is precious, and you don't want to entrust it to just anyone. But what should you look for when deciding which clinic and surgeon to choose? Here are some factors to keep in mind to help you make an informed...

While some contact lenses are designed to be worn at night, most are not. Sleeping in contacts that are meant for daily wear can lead to infections, corneal ulcers, and other health problems that can cause permanent vision loss. Contact lenses reduce the much-needed...

Do your eyes often sting, burn, or feel uncomfortable? Do you often feel like there’s something in your eyes or experience watery eyes? You may suffer from dry eyes. Dry eye treatment varies according to the cause. According to the Mayo Clinic, dry eyes are defined as...

Have you considered LASIK surgery but been ruled out because of a high prescription or other reasons? If so, implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery might be a great option for you. The ICL procedure can correct moderate to severely nearsighted vision. It is a permanent...

Today, LASIK is one of the most effective and popular elective procedures in the world, but the key developments in its history took over a century to unfold. Early Days in the History of LASIK Eye Surgery Surgical solutions to refractive errors of the eye date back...

Contact lenses are approved as safe by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) but only when used according to your doctor’s instructions. Ignoring proper contact lens care precautions puts you at risk for a wide range of eye complications that can cause irreversible...