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One in every three people in Orlando over the age of 65 has a vision impairing eye disease. Many assume poor vision, sensitivity to light, dry eyes, blurred vision and even loss of sight is just part of getting older, but in many cases it can be prevented. Many autoimmune disorders, high blood pressure, multiple sclerosis and type [...]The post Orlando Eye Doctor: Problems with Sensitivity to Light or Dry Eyes? appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, "The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that there were 265,000 toy-related injuries treated in emergency rooms last year. Most of these injuries affect children under age 15, and nearly half affect the head or face. Common eye injuries from these toys include corneal abrasion (scratch), ocular hyphema,traumatic [...]The post Lake Nona Optometrist: Eye Safety this Holiday Season appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Instead of another pair of slippers this year, think outside the box this Holiday Season and give your loved one something they can really use, the gift of sight. Everyone can use a comprehensive eye exam, contact lenses, new glasses, designer frames or sunglasses. Here are a few things to keep in mind: Eye Glasses Glasses [...]The post Orlando/Lake Nona Holiday Gift of Improved Vision and Eye Health appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Can't see as well as you use to at night? Well, if you live in the Orlando area, you're not alone! As we age our night vision gets worse due to pupil size, cataracts and retinal changes. Our pupils gradually get smaller as we age. Though it may not be noticeable outside on a bright [...]The post Lake Nona Eye Doctor: Is Night Vision a Problem? appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Routine eye exams do more than just correct your vision with glasses or contacts, they are an important part of your overall health and healthy eyes. Many eye issues don't have any systems, such as glaucoma, before they become a serious eye condition. Routine eye exams ensure all the necessary treatments and preventative measures can [...]The post Looking for an Eye Doctor in Orlando? Lake Nona Optometrist Can Help appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Whether you've had contact lenses for years or the Eye Doctor at Lake Nona Eye Care just prescribed them, taking care of them properly is essential for the overall health of your eyes. Here are a few tips to avoid discomfort, eye infection and blurred vision. Before handling your contact lenses make sure your hands [...]The post The secrets to taking care of contact lenses in Orlando? appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

By the age 65, one in every 3 people living in the Orlando area will have some form of eye disease that will impair their vision. Many of these people don't even realize they have any vision issues because many eye diseases don't have any systems.  This makes it especially important to have regular eye [...]The post Orlando/Lake Nona Eye Doctor: Glaucoma and Bono appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Cataracts are the most common eye condition in the Orlando area. According to the National Eye Institute over half of the people over 80 years old will have a cataract. As we age the clear lens of the eye can become cloudy, affecting your vision by not being able to focus light properly. The eye [...]The post Lake None Eye Doctor: Are cataracts preventable? appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Many of us living in the Orlando area take our vision and eye sight for granted, until there is a problem. The fact is studies show most Americans would rather lose their hearing before their vision. Lets hope you never have to make that choice, but maintaining healthy vision takes effort on your part. Ensure [...]The post Lake Nona Eye Exams…Do you take your vision for granted? appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

As kids head off to school in the Orlando area, the highly contagious conjunctivitis aslos known as pink eye is on the rise. "This common medical condition is around all year. Since it can spread so easily it's more common when school is back is session and kids are in close contact and touching similar [...]The post Lake Nona Eye Doctor: Pink Eye is on the rise in the Orlando area!! appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.