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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 selecting the right IOL options and understanding recovery expectations. Here’s a detailed week-by-week look at what you...
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 five most common questions patients ask when considering vision correction surgery, along with the answers that help them...
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 alternative designed to address age-related vision changes and provide lasting visual clarity. At Brooks Eye Associates, we...
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, it’s essential to do your homework. 1. Am I a good candidate for LASIK? Not everyone is eligible for LASIK. Ideal...
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. You may find yourself adjusting your habits to cope with the changes in your vision—such as turning on more lights,...
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 demonstration of how medical professionals can try to fill in the cracks of healthcare access for underserved...
Does Cataract Surgery Last a Lifetime?
Cataracts that cloud, blur, or block your vision are an extremely common problem. In fact, Over 25 million Americans suffer from cataracts. It’s an issue we see daily at Brooks Eye Associates, and our cataract surgeons have…
Can I Use My HSA or FSA for LASIK?
LASIK eye surgery is a life-changing procedure, one that the team at Brooks Eye Associates has used to help countless patients improve their vision and their lives. Many patients are aware of the benefits LASIK provides, but are…
Improving Outcomes for Plano Cataract Patients
Introducing the AcrySof® IQ PanOptix® Trifocal IOL During cataract surgery, your eyes’ clouded natural lens is replaced by an artificial intraocular lens, called an IOL. There are many different types of IOLs, each with different functions and benefits that can make all the difference after cataract treatment. At Brooks Eye Associates, we’re constantly expanding our selection of IOLs....
Glaucoma Awareness/ Tips to Preserve Your Vision
More than 2 million people in the United States suffer from glaucoma, and through the years, this number will continue to increase considerably. Unfortunately, this disease is symptomless and unpreventable. During the month of August, the doctors and staff at Brooks Eye Associates want to go over a few tips to help preserve your vision from glaucoma. Glaucoma is an eye disease in which...
May is Healthy Vision Month
In association with the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the doctors and staff of Brooks Eye Associates want to remind you and your family the importance of scheduling and attending annual eye exams to attend to and become more aware of your current eye health. May is Healthy Vision Month, so we’re encouraging everyone of all ages and backgrounds, to schedule a comprehensive dilated...
Schedule your annual eye exams this April!
In association with the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the doctors and staff of Brooks Eye Associates want to remind you and your family of the importance of scheduling annual eye exams. April is a time for spring flowers, gardening and being outside. So, we’re encouraging those who enjoy working on home improvement projects and outdoor activities, like gardening, to protect their...
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month
In association with the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the doctors and staff of Brooks Eye Associates want to remind you and your family the importance of scheduling and attending annual eye exams to detect and prevent blindness from Age-Related Macular Degeneration. February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month, so we’re encouraging all those over age 60, and who have had a...
Deciding When To Have Cataract Surgery
Just because you have a cataract does not necessarily mean you need surgery. In many cases, patients live for months or even years without serious vision problems related to their condition. However, when it starts interfering with your daily activities, it might be time to consider surgery as an option. The decision to have cataract surgery should be made between you and your doctor....
Women’s Eye Disease
More than 4.4 million Americans age 40 and older suffer from visual impairment, including blindness, and the majority of these are women, according to Prevent Blindness America. Women are at a higher risk for vision loss from such diseases as cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Other factors that can increase the risk of vision problems in women include: · Obesity· Smoking·...
What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?
Age-Related Macular Degeneration is a common – yet serious - eye disease that affects the macula (located centrally in the back of the eye) among people age 50 and older. The macula is the part of the eye that allows you to see fine details in your central vision for activities such as driving, reading, and sewing. Unfortunately, AMD is a painless disease that affects people...
What is a Secondary Cataract?
What is Secondary Cataract? Posterior capsule opacity often referred to as “secondary cataract,” occurs when a hazy membrane forms behind the artificial lens placed during cataract surgery. Secondary cataracts are rare – occurring in only about 10% of all cataract patients nationally – and will not lead to the formation of an actual cataract. Treatment for this condition does not...
What are the Risk Factors for Cataracts?
What are the Risk Factors for Cataracts? Age is one of the biggest risk factors for the development of cataracts. This is particularly true if you have a family history of cataracts or an existing medical condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Other risk factors for cataracts include: Previous eye injury, inflammation, or surgery Excessive sunlight exposure Obesity Smoking...
Cataracts and Sunlight
Cataracts and Sunlight Exposure to UV light from the sun and other sources has been shown to increase risks for cataracts. Even early in life, excessive and unprotected sun exposure can begin to change the eye’s lens, making it more likely that cataracts will develop over time. Fortunately, reducing this particular risk is incredibly easy and doesn’t require any changes to your...
