A surprise from my retina doctor! He told me I had a macular pucker and the only way to fix it is to operate! I knew that I had something wrong in my right eye. I was hoping that the Dr. could fix it with a shot like the Anti VEGF shots I was getting in my left eye. But no, I have to come up with something more complicated. When the Dr. said he had to operate, I was scared to death of having that done. I told him I wanted to wait and see what happens. After a […]
Many people suffer with eyes that are red, watery, itchy, tearing or burning. Often these conditions are caused by eye allergies, also called allergic conjunctivitis. While a great many people with these symptoms just ignore them and assume that they are simply due to another condition such as a cold or nasal issue, they may in fact be the result of an allergy. At the office of A Visual Affair we can diagnose an eye allergy, as well as prescribe treatments to alleviate your discomfort. Eye allergies are brought on by exposure to an allergen, which can be triggered by […]
At the office of A Visual Affair, we prioritize the health and quality of your eyesight. As your experienced eye care provider, we provide an extensive range of services, from comprehensive eye exams, prescription lenses and contacts, to vision screenings for the detection of disease or injury affecting the health of your eyes. Everyone loves sports and many children and adults participate in organized leagues and programs where they frequently engage in their favorite recreational activities. While different sports may involve different types of gear, one thing that they all have in common is the need for the appropriate eye […]
The most common visual impairment in people under 40 is a refractive error called myopia. Commonly referred to as nearsightedness, people with myopia are able to see objects clearly close up, but struggle to see at a distance. If you find it difficult to read road signs or watching a movie in theaters, be sure to schedule an eye exam at our office. As skilled providers of vision care, the office of A Visual Affair can accurately diagnose myopia as well as other types of refractive errors and provide corrective lenses and other solutions in care to help patients of […]
The cornea is the clear, dome shaped layer on the outermost surface of your eye. It is responsible for focusing 85% of the light that passes through your eye. If you are suffering from keratoconus, a condition that causes the cornea to become misshapen, our eye doctor can help. At the office of A Visual Affair, we use state-of-the-art technology and advanced methods to treat corneal disease, improving your eye health and vision. Keratoconus occurs in around 1 in 2000 people, and generally first strikes in the late teens and early twenties. Symptoms may include difficulty seeing at night, eye […]
Over the course of the last several years my eye doctor kept telling me that I had cataracts that were getting slightly worse each time I visited him for my eye exam. Well, last fall he said it was time to do something about them. He gave me the name of his associate who did all of his surgeries now. I made an appointment with him in early Jan. for my left eye. I was scared to death of having someone “cut” on my eye. I could just imagine laying on the operating table and seeing a scalpel coming toward […]
Today’s contact lenses offer satisfying and safe solutions to address an extensive range of vision needs. If you are interested in wearing contact lenses, the vision care professionals at the office of A Visual Affair will examine your eyes to determine which type of lenses will provide you with the most accurate and comfortable fit as well as suit your daily vision requirements. At present over 35 million Americans utilize contact lenses. While most individuals wear contact lenses for corrective purposes, a smaller percentage of people use them for either a therapeutic or cosmetic purpose. Corrective contact lenses are used […]
Blurred vision could be a sign of cataracts. At the office of A Visual Affair we can provide a proper diagnosis and make sure you get the care you need! What Are Cataracts? Cataracts are films that form in the lens of the eye that can impair your vision. This is a very common condition for both men and women aged 60 and over. If you do have cataracts, rest assured, they can be removed and your vision will be restored. What Causes Cataracts? Cataracts form due to a breakdown of the protein in the lens of your eye. This […]
Chronic dry eye is a common condition that not only causes persistent discomfort, but it can also compromise your vision. With chronic dry eye, you do not have enough quality tears to lubricate, nourish and protect your eyes. At the office of A Visual Affair Inc we’ll perform a comprehensive examination as well as discuss your symptoms and review your medical history to diagnose this condition and recommend an appropriate course of care. Dry eye can present with a number of unpleasant symptoms; including an itchy, burning sensation, blurred vision, eye fatigue or excessive tearing. There are a number of […]
At the office of A Visual Affair, we provide leading-edge care for the treatment of conjunctivitis, which is a common eye infection that is often referred to as pink eye. If your eyes are itchy, red and inflamed due to conjunctivitis, we offer prompt care to alleviate your discomfort and treat the infection Pink eye can be caused by viruses, allergens, bacteria, a foreign body lodged in the eye, or even chemicals. The condition occurs when the clear layer of membrane that covers the whites of the eyes and the inside of the eyelid become inflamed. There are a large […]