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Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on January 30, 2024

Millions of people get cataract surgery every year. This safe, effective procedure allows your eye doctor to remove the clouded natural lens inside your eye and replace it with a new, clear artificial lens called an intraocular lens, or IOL.  IOLs can clear vision that has become discolored and blurred by cataracts. Premium IOLs can… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Uncategorized on January 15, 2024

LASIK surgery is one of the most popular elective procedures performed today. Beyond the fantastic vision results, one of the reasons so many people can choose LASIK is because it’s relatively quick and easy procedure. Keep reading to learn more about LASIK, including how long it will take to have the procedure and experience the… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in LASIK on December 22, 2023

If you have been considering LASIK surgery, you probably understand the main benefit of the procedure: better vision. Being able to see clearly without glasses or contacts is a reward all on its own.  However, there are other benefits that come along with better vision.  Keep reading to learn more about how LASIK can improve… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Diabetes on December 12, 2023

If you have diabetes, it’s important to get regular eye exams. Diabetes can cause a condition called diabetic retinopathy, which changes the blood vessels in the eye.  This can damage vision or cause blindness. Your eye doctor can identify the early signs of diabetic retinopathy and help you slow the progression of the disease to… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Uncategorized on November 20, 2023

If you want to gain greater visual freedom and experience less dependence on visual aids like glasses and contact lenses, you may want to consider refractive lens exchange, also called RLE. RLE is a kind of vision correction surgery that can correct refractive errors, similar to other popular refractive procedures like LASIK. RLE is an… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts, Uncategorized on November 6, 2023

One of the inevitable side effects of aging is getting cataracts. Everyone will eventually develop age-related cataracts that affect their vision.  There’s no way to predict when cataracts will become a problem, but when they do, there is treatment to correct them. Keep reading to learn more about cataracts, including which age range cataracts are… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Uncategorized on October 18, 2023

Since cataracts develop gradually, most people will not be told they need cataract surgery right away after being diagnosed. Typically, cataract surgery is recommended when your daily activities are affected by your reduced vision.  If you have difficulty performing normal tasks, or you’re finding that your enjoyment of life is compromised, it may be time… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Retina on October 2, 2023

As you grow older, so do your eyes. Age-related changes in the eye can lead to conditions that require immediate treatment to avoid permanent vision loss.  Keep reading to learn about how macular holes and retinal tears occur and why they pose serious threats to your eye health! What is Vitreous? While a macular hole… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Uncategorized on September 20, 2023

Debating whether or not to choose a premium IOL for cataract surgery is common for those undergoing the procedure. There are many different types of IOLs that vary in price and benefits, Keep reading to learn the real value of premium IOLs and why it’s worth the price to achieve your best vision! What is… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Macular Degeneration on September 6, 2023

Eye problems that lead to loss of sight are concerning at any age. Macular degeneration is a condition typically associated with older adults. The age-related form, known as AMD, tends to affect individuals over the age of sixty. Younger adults can experience macular degeneration; however, the causes are entirely different. Keep reading to learn about… Read More