Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness worldwide. Fortunately, treatment for this eye disease continues to advance, and cataract surgery is considered one of the safest and most effective procedures in modern medicine, with a 98 percent success rate. Our eye surgeons at Austin Eye offer premium cataract surgery that restores clear vision and corrects vision problems, […]
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What’s Your Risk Level for Glaucoma?
There is no guarantee against developing glaucoma. To some extent, everyone is at risk for the disease. However, those with certain risk factors are more likely to suffer from glaucoma. The top eye specialists at Austin Eye discuss these factors and who is most vulnerable to the disease.
Read more...Are You Ready for LASIK? Questions to Ask Yourself
You’d love to ditch your glasses and contact lenses and benefit from LASIK. Maybe you are ready for LASIK right away, maybe you need to wait until specific issues are resolved, or perhaps you are not a LASIK candidate at all. The top eye specialists at Austin Eye discuss how to know whether you’re ready […]
Read more...The Link Between Diabetes and Cataracts: Why You Need Annual Eye Exams
Anyone with diabetes will learn that the disease brings with it a host of side effects affecting various organs. That includes eye conditions such as cataracts, a major cause of impaired vision in diabetics. The top eye specialists at Austin Eye explain the link between diabetes and cataracts.
Read more...How Your Eye Health Changes with the Seasons
You may notice more issues with your eyes as the seasons change. Someone with dry eyes will experience worsening symptoms in the winter, while another with eye allergies struggles in the spring. The sun, humidity and other factors all play a role in your ocular health year-round. Our eye care specialists at Austin Eye can […]
Read more...3 Advantages of Premium IOLs for Cataract Surgery
Many people living with moderate to severe cataracts have gotten used to the muted, cloudy vision caused by the opaque lens. Cataract surgery will restore clear vision, but premium IOLs can also improve your visual acuity and potentially eliminate your need for eyeglasses or contacts. Our eye care specialists at Austin Eye will discuss your […]
Read more...What are the Vision Parameters of LASIK Eye Surgery?
Refractive surgeries such as LASIK eye surgery have given millions of people a clearer view of life worldwide. However, LASIK (like other procedures) has limitations. An estimated 15 to 20 percent of people interested in LASIK do not qualify for laser eye surgery, and for some, that may be due to very high prescriptions. […]
Read more...5 Minor Vision Abnormalities You Shouldn’t Ignore
While it’s normal to have occasional itchy, red eyes due to common allergies or extra screen time, some seemingly minor vision issues can be red flags for severe eye disease. Our eye care specialists at Austin Eye recommend regular eye exams. Schedule an appointment if you notice sudden vision changes or have concerns about these […]
Read more...What Life with Untreated Cataracts Is Like
You can expect specific vision changes as you get older. Most adults require reading glasses in their late 40s and 50s, and nearly half of the population will develop cataracts by age 75. While you can quickly adapt to needing reading glasses because of the natural loss of near vision that comes with age, living […]
Read more...Ways to Treat Astigmatism
Good eyesight relies on matching round curvatures in two eye areas: The surface layer of your eye (cornea) and the internal lens that adapts to focus like a camera lens. These parts work together to focus light onto the retina, which sends messages to your brain through the optic nerve that become images. When the […]
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The Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute
The Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute, recently created at the Dell Medical School, is poised to become a leading-edge center for training future ophthalmologists and providing patients with the best medical and surgical eye care possible.
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