What MIGS Treatment Option is Best for You?
Glaucoma is a group of eye disorders that could lead to vision loss when left untreated. It damages the optic nerve and prevents fluids from draining properly. MIGS, also called Minimally… read more
Will You Still Need Contacts After LASIK Eye Surgery?
Almost anyone can benefit from having near-perfect vision. When you do not have to deal with the burden of contact lenses or glasses, you can enjoy participating in your favorite… read more
When Can You Wear Makeup After Laser Cataract Surgery?
Cataracts are a cloudy area that forms within the lens of your eye. It develops when proteins in the eye clump together, preventing the lens from transmitting clear images. At… read more
Standard vs Premium IOLs. Which is Best For Your Vision?
If you have cloudy vision due to cataracts, intraocular lenses (IOLs) are an effective way to restore your vision. While standard IOLs correct your eyesight at only one distance, premium… read more
The Difference Between MIGS and Traditional Glaucoma Surgery
Glaucoma is a condition where the optic nerve gets damaged due to elevated eye pressure, or intraocular pressure. Even though traditional glaucoma procedures are safe and effective, there are other… read more
How Does the Pentacam Decide Who Is A Good LASIK Candidate?
If you wear contacts or glasses, wouldn’t it be nice to wake up and be able to see without having to reach over and find your glasses or wake up… read more
How Safe Is Swimming After Laser Cataract Surgery?
Developing cataracts is common among many men and women, particularly those over the age of 40. Known as a fog over the natural lens of the eye, clouded or blurry… read more
How is Pseudophakia Diagnosed?
Pseudophakia IOL replaces your natural lens with an artificial one. Usually, we implant an artificial lens after removing a cataract. As part of the natural aging process, the proteins in… read more
What to Expect After Glaucoma Surgery?
Glaucoma occurs in millions of Americans and is a progressive eye disease that can cause partial or total blindness if not treated in time. Thanks to medical advancements in glaucoma… read more
Can My Farsighted Vision Be Corrected With LASIK?
LASIK is a safe and effective procedure that can reduce your dependence on glasses and contact lenses. Ophthalmology Associates of the Valley (OAV) is one of the leading providers of… read more