Did you know that there is more than one type of cataract? The most common type of cataract, typically found in people over 40, forms mainly in the center of your eye’s crystalline lens and is called a nuclear cataract. Another type of cataract is called a cortical...
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss worldwide, affecting nearly 60 million people. With healthy lifestyle choices it may be possible to minimize the risk of vision loss from glaucoma. Certain habits may help minimize the risk of losing vision, beyond...
Eye Drops for Droopy Eyelids Did you know that there is a prescription eye drop to help droopy eyelids? It is estimated that 10-12% of adults have a droopy eyelid, but many don’t know it’s considered a disorder, or that it can be treated. Droopy eyelid occurs...
About Glaucoma January Glaucoma Awareness Month is the time to remember that glaucoma eye exams are the key to early detection and diagnosis. Glaucoma is a disease that damages your eye’s optic nerve when fluid builds up in the front part of your eye and increases the...
Are you concerned about having cataracts? Cataracts are one of the most common senior eye problems we hear about at Bloomfield Eye Associates. There are many myths and misunderstandings about cataracts and cataract surgery that sometimes cause unnecessary concern....
