According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, thousands of people are hurt by sports-related eye injuries each year. About 13,500 of these injuries result in permanent vision loss. One in three eye injuries involves children. These alarming numbers have been rising over the last decade. The staff at Pacific Eye Surgeons want to remind athletes and casual […]
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Glaucoma is a degenerative eye condition that damages the optic nerve at the back of your eye. An estimated 3 million Americans have glaucoma — and it’s the second-leading cause of blindness across the world. Glaucoma starts slowly, without any pain or other noticeable symptoms. About 50% of people with glaucoma don’t know they have […]
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It’s no secret that your body changes as you go through life. Maybe your skin shows more lines and wrinkles, or your joints feel a little stiffer. The aging process is natural, but it’s important to learn how your health care needs change too. Getting older means your risk of certain health issues may go […]
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Just like the rest of your body, your eyes change throughout your life. Getting older means an increasing risk of many common eye problems, like cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, to name a few. These conditions can compromise your vision, but the reality is that there’s a lot you can do to protect your eyes and […]
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Your cornea is the clear surface of your eye. It directs light from outside your eye to the lens, and both your cornea and lens work together to focus images onto your retina at the back of your eye. When your eye is perfectly round, the images — and your vision — are crystal clear. […]
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Did you know that only about 1 in 4 Americans has perfect vision? That means about 75% of people need corrective lenses like eyeglasses or contacts. Glasses have been around for centuries, and they’re a common, effective solution for people of all ages. But if you’re tired of glasses that fog up, slip down your […]
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More than 1.5 million Botox® injections are given every year in the United States. It’s consistently one of the most popular (and most trusted) cosmetic procedures among adults of all ages, and it could be a good option for you. The aging process is natural. Lines and wrinkles form across your face over the years, […]
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About 16 million Americans have dry eye, a common problem that makes your eyes red, itchy, and irritated. Dry eye doesn’t pose a permanent threat to your vision, but it can be very uncomfortable. If you have dry eye, your eyes aren’t as lubricated as they should be. Eyes naturally produce tears to keep the […]
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Summer is in full swing. With warm weather come backyard barbeques, holiday parades, and of course, fireworks displays. If you’re planning to light some of your own fireworks, it’s important to learn how to do it safely. An estimated 10,000 Americans suffer fireworks-related injuries each year — and 15% of those are eye injuries. Fireworks […]
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Almost everyone experiences floaters and flashes from time to time. Floaters are those dark specks or squiggles that drift across your vision and disappear. Flashes are bursts of light, often described as “seeing stars.” These visual phenomena are common. When they occur occasionally and in small numbers, they’re not cause for concern. But if you […]
Read MorePacific Eye Surgeons has offices in San Luis Obispo, Lompoc, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, Orcutt, and Santa Maria, California, as well as Optical Concepts in Santa Maria.
