Brooks Eye Associates Blog
CLR/RLE vs. LASIK – Which Vision Correction Option Is Right for You?
If you’ve been thinking about long-term vision correction, you’ve likely heard about LASIK and Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)/Custom Lens Replacement...
Thinking of Skipping Your Visual Field Test? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t
During a exam at Brooks Eye Associates, your doctor may recommend a visual field test. You might wonder if it’s really necessary—especially if you see...
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month: What Every Diabetic Should Know
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month—a critical reminder for everyone managing diabetes. High blood sugar levels are a silent threat...
Maximize Your HSA & FSA: Don’t Let Your Vision Benefits Go to Waste
As the end of the year approaches, it's time for the important reminder: use your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds before the...
The Dangers of Costume Contact Lenses This Halloween
Halloween is a time for spooky fun, but some costume accessories can pose serious risks—especially decorative contact lenses. Even non-prescription...
What Is Refractive Lens Exchange and Who’s a Candidate?
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Spooky Side Effects: When Eye Floaters, Flashes & Shadows Are a Concern
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Protect Your Vision During National Vision Awareness Month
National Vision Awareness Month is a reminder to prioritize one of your most important senses—your sight. Many serious eye conditions...
Avoid a Gap in Your Medicare Coverage for 2026
Certain Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. Recent updates from insurance carriers indicate that certain Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. This is a nationwide Medicare Advantage change that...
Living with Diabetic Retinopathy: Protecting Your Vision and Managing Your Eye Health
If you're one of the millions of Americans living with diabetes, you know how crucial it is to manage your health. But did you know that your eyes are also at risk? A...
Start the Season with Clear Vision: Why August Is the Perfect Time for Vision Correction
As summer winds down and fall approaches, many people are preparing for a fresh start—new schedules, upcoming events, and the busy months ahead. August is the perfect time to focus on your vision health and explore life-changing options like LASIK, cataract surgery,...
Dr. Dain Brooks Named One of America’s Leading Doctors for 2025
We are proud to share some exciting news from Brooks Eye Associates: Dr. Dain Brooks has been named one of America’s Leading Doctors for 2025 in the cataract category by Newsweek and Statista. This national recognition reflects Dr. Brooks’ exceptional commitment to...
Is RLE Worth It for People Over 45 A Guide for Aging Eyes
As we age, changes in our vision become nearly inevitable. For many people over 45, reading glasses, bifocals, or progressive lenses become a daily reality. But what if there were a way to reduce or even eliminate your need for corrective eyewear? Refractive Lens...
Cataract Surgery Recovery Timeline: What to Expect
If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts, you’re likely looking forward to the day when cloudy vision becomes a thing of the past. At Brooks Eye Associates, we guide patients through every step of their cataract surgery journey—from recognizing cataract symptoms to...
The 5 Most Common Questions Patients Ask About Vision Correction Surgery
If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you’ve probably thought about what life would be like without them. Vision correction surgery, such as LASIK or PRK, offers that possibility—but with so much information out there, it’s normal to have questions. Below are the...
How Custom Lens Replacement Fixed My Astigmatism and Changed My Daily Life
Before her vision correction procedure, Joy struggled with blurry distance vision, astigmatism, and the constant need for reading glasses. Today, she lives with clarity, confidence, and more freedom than she ever thought possible.
What Is Custom Lens Replacement (CLR), and How Is It Different from LASIK?
When it comes to long-term vision correction, many people immediately think of LASIK. But for patients over 40—or those with certain eye conditions—there may be a better fit. Custom Lens Replacement (CLR), also known as clear lens exchange, is a safe and effective...
Is LASIK Right for You? 7 Questions to Ask Before Scheduling a Consultation
LASIK eye surgery has helped millions of people worldwide eliminate the need for glasses and contacts, allowing them to enjoy clear, unaided vision. But just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s right for everyone. If you’re considering this life-changing procedure,...
When Is It Time for Cataract Surgery? 5 Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Cataracts are a natural part of aging for many people. Over time, the clear lens of the eye begins to cloud, gradually making it harder to see. This condition can sneak up slowly, which means it’s not always obvious when cataract surgery becomes the best next step....
Dr. Connor Smith’s Mission Trip to Tecate, Mexico
Brooks Eye Associates’ Dr. Connor Smith recently embarked on a mission trip to Tecate, Mexico, with Vision Outreach International to provide cataract surgery to those in need. This journey was a testament to the life-changing impact of cataract surgery and a profound...
