Dry eye syndrome is a common problem that can affect adults of all ages. In some cases, we see symptoms similar to dry eye syndrome occur in teens. These symptoms include redness, a gritty or foreign body sensation, and tearing. Some people who struggle with severe dry eye syndrome may notice a thick mucus at… Read More »
It is reasonable to expect to be able to drive comfortably at nighttime, to work at a computer or watch television without screens looking cloudy or dull. When speaking with others, either in person or on video-chat, we expect to be able to read facial cues and see details of other’s faces. For people with… Read More »
Presbyopia is a common condition that makes it difficult to see clearly without the use of prescription lenses. Here at Roholt Vision Institute, we believe in the value of options that help people live more active lives without having to rely on eyeglasses or contacts. One option is the KAMRA inlay. This treatment is a… Read More »
The team at Roholt Vision Institute is proud to be at the forefront of life-enhancing vision technology. New discoveries are constantly occurring in ophthalmology, and our awareness of them enables us to offer patients options when they need them most. Here, we discuss the SMILE procedure and how it helps people who may not be… Read More »
One of the primary ways to protect health, including eye health and vision, is to be aware of potential risks. This is especially true when it comes to some of the more serious eye diseases like glaucoma. This condition is the leading cause of vision loss in older individuals, according to the American Academy of… Read More »
Cataracts represent one of the most prevalent eye conditions among older adults. The condition is characterized by the clouding of the natural lens of one or both eyes. As changes progress on the lens, light is prevented from passing through to the retina. As a result, vision worsens over time. The symptoms of cataracts develop… Read More »
The eyes serve as much more than the windows to our souls, they are the literal windows to the world that we see. The brain processes light signals that pass through the optic nerve into multidimensional objects. These signals are vital to the brain’s interpretation of relative distance, color, and our very orientation in the… Read More »
Cataracts are a condition that describes the progressive clouding of the natural lens of the eye. Globally, millions of people have cataracts. Fortunately, it is a condition that can be reversed with proper care; cataracts do not cause blindness like other eye diseases might. However, vision can become so clouded that it becomes difficult to… Read More »
Cataract removal is a beneficial and necessary procedure that has been performed for many years. As technology has advanced in the area of intraocular lens replacement, patient outcomes have improved. Now, patients can not only avoid the use of thick “coke-bottle” glasses after cataract surgery but they may be able to greatly reduce their need… Read More »
Age-related vision changes are to be expected. However, symptoms such as flashes or floaters may come as an alarming surprise. If you’re over 40 years of age, you may have noticed the occasional objects drifting across your field of vision. This is a floater. Here, we discuss what floaters are and why, as common as… Read More »
