Entries by Carolina Clavijo

Why Is Pterygium Called Surfer’s Eye?

If you spend a lot of time outdoors or on the water, you may have heard the term “surfer’s eye.” This actually refers to a condition known as pterygium, a noncancerous growth that can cause irritation and blurred vision. Despite its nickname, pterygium does not only affect surfers or those who spend a lot of […]

Colorblind Glasses & Contacts

Those living with colorblindness, or color vision deficiency, face challenges in everyday activities that most people take for granted. The inability to differentiate colors has a constant impact from driving to shopping for clothes. While there is no cure, visionary experts have developed a new way to alleviate the condition. Keep reading to learn how […]

PRK Surgery Recovery Timeline

Photorefractive keratectomy, better known as PRK, has become a popular alternative vision correction surgery for those who aren’t a good fit for LASIK. The process involves reshaping the cornea with a laser, so light entering the eye is focused on the retina to produce clear images. PRK surgery time is usually about 10 minutes per […]

How To Know if You Need Pterygium Removal Surgery

A pterygium (tuh-RIJ-ee-uhm) is an abnormal growth on the conjunctiva, the transparent membrane covering the eye. It’s also known as “surfer’s eye” because factors such as UV exposure, getting sand in your eyes, and living in a tropical climate increase the risk of developing this condition. Pterygium may look a little strange, but rest assured that […]

Debunking Contact Lens Myths

Imagine a life without glasses: no foggy lenses, no stopping to take them off before a workout, and no anxiety about losing or breaking them. If you wear glasses, you probably agree that those benefits sound pretty good! However, some common myths about contact lenses might be keeping you from making the switch to a […]

LASIK Recovery Guide

LASIK eye surgery is one of the most common elective surgeries in the United States. The procedure usually takes about 10 minutes, and you should see dramatically improved vision in just 12 to 24 hours! Still, your eyes may need up to six months to recover fully. Use this LASIK recovery guide so you know […]

What Does Getting LASIK Feel Like?

The idea of sitting through a LASIK surgery can be nerve-wracking, and we at Visionary Eye Doctors understand. We’re here to make the process as relaxed and comforting as possible, so we assembled answers to the most common questions we receive about what to expect during a LASIK procedure. How Long Will the Surgery Take? […]

Do Computers Cause Myopia?

Myopia (nearsightedness) affects 40% of North Americans with a staggering growth rate over the past two decades that has qualified the condition as a global epidemic. Myopia is projected to affect 58% of the population by 2050. The recent spike in myopia cases has spurred research into the effect of computer screen exposure, and the […]