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The Best Treatment For Keratoconus

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Taking the static out of the disease

Keratoconus, which is sometimes called KC is a non-inflammatory eye condition. It typically causes the round dome-shaped cornea to thin and become weak. This then causes the development of a cone-like bulge. People who have this condition often say they can see a “static” in their vision which can cause serious visual impairment.
 
Corneal Cross-Linking

The best-known treatment for Keratoconus is available at The Eye Center, a Columbia SC Eye Clinic, which is iLink corneal cross-linking. This procedure is minimally invasive and is an outpatient procedure that uses ultraviolet light and a specific kind of formulated eye drops to strengthen and cause the corneas to stiffen that have been affected by this disease or refractive surgery. This procedure is considered the standard in the care of Keratoconus worldwide.

  • Thickening and shortening of collagen fibrils
  • Stiffening of the corneas
  • Creating a new corneal collagen cross-links

 The Use of Riboflavin

iLink corneal cross-linking consists of the use of formulated pharmaceutical-strength riboflavin drops. These drops are called Photrexa and Photrexa Viscous, which help modify the cross-linking reactions.
 
The Use of Ultraviolet Light

The Columbia eye center utilizes UV light by applying the light from a machine called the KCL system. It is applied after the cornea is drenched in the Photrexa (riboflavin) and Photrexa Viscous eye drops. And once both the UV light and the eye drops are applied together during the procedure, the cornea begins to stiffen and strengthen slowly and/or stop the keratoconus.
 
If your doctor diagnoses you with keratoconus, you will be referred to an ophthalmologist who has the training and certification to determine which option is best for you and the severity of your condition. Before your first appointment, gather notes of what you’ve been experiencing, such as:
 

  • Your vision changes
  • How long your symptoms have persisted
  • Stress or any life-changing events
  • Any medications you take – including eye drops and vitamin supplements
  • Any questions you think you might like to ask your doctor

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The Eye Center is Pleased to Offer The New FDA approved Alcon AcrySof® IQ Vivity® Extended Range of

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The Eye Center is Pleased to Offer The New FDA approved Alcon AcrySof® IQ Vivity® Extended Range of

Different from the technologies used by all other IOLs in the market

Columbia, SC, May 5, 2022 – The Eye Center, located in Columbia, South Carolina, is committed to bringing excellent vision to their patients. They have officially launched the new FDA-approved Alcon AcrySof® IQ Vivity® Extended Range of Vision Intraocular Lens.
 
Cataracts are a widespread cause of blindness globally, and the United States is presumed to reach five million cataract surgeries by 2025, and that number will continue to grow. This new lens is going towards the aging popularity suffering from cataracts to bring hope and clear vision. Even those who have not previously qualified for cataract surgery are candidates. Individuals who have received the Vivity lens have experienced 20/20 and 20/25 vision.
 
Vivity provides quality vision from far off and sharp close-up vision. By introducing the lens that will restore their patient’s vision and bring improved living, The Eye Center proves their dedication to meeting their patient’s needs.
 
Cataracts are a common type of eye problem in any age group. As the condition develops, vision becomes cloudy, and light is not able to properly pass through the eyes, making things difficult to see. Though age is the common cause, cataracts can also come from diabetes and eye trauma.
 
The Eye Center doctors are board-certified, have met the highest standards, and are experts in diagnosing and treating eye diseases and conditions. This experience and skill level ensure that their patients receive the best possible care. They offer a range of procedures, from cataract surgery to laser vision correction, and their surgeons have a proven track record of success. As a result, patients can be confident that they are in good hands when they come to The Eye Center for any need.
 
About The Eye Center
The Eye Center is the leading refractive practice in South Carolina, providing full service eye care and specializing in Refractive Surgery – Lasik, AST, PRK, PRELEX, as well as Corneal Transplant and Cataract Surgery.

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Don’t Let Glaucoma Control Your Life – Try Durysta

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Don't Let Glaucoma Control Your Life - Try Durysta

Are you suffering from glaucoma? Patients with glaucoma know the seriousness of the disease and how it can lead to visual field loss, blindness, and even death. However, there are approaches to prevent or delay these consequences and live a full life despite glaucoma.

What are the symptoms of Glaucoma?

Unfortunately, glaucoma doesn’t present symptoms right away, and most individuals do not realize they have the condition until they experience vision loss. Therefore, having regular eye exams, especially as you age, is extremely important in preventing blindness due to glaucoma.

Your doctor can determine if your IOP or intraocular pressure is out of balance. This is one of the only symptoms present to indicate glaucoma.

There are several types of the condition, but “open-angle” glaucoma is the most common. The good news is that Durysta can help treat it.

What is Durysta and how can it help glaucoma?

Durysta is inserted into your eye by your doctor. A medication called “bimatoprost” is then released into your eyes to lower your IOP levels. Durysta works to slowly release the medication over a few months. This is an effective method and a great alternative for eye drops which might be hard to take at the same time each day.

As Durysta is not able to reverse damage due to glaucoma, it works best for patients who have high IOP but who do not have glaucoma yet. However, if the patient already has glaucoma and damage to their optic nerve, Durysta can still help by preventing further damage.

To see if Durysta is right for you, make an appointment with your eye doctor. Remember that this method of treating glaucoma is only for patients with open-angle glaucoma or individuals who have high IOP pressure. Here are some reasons why you may still not be a candidate:

  • If you have an eye infection
  • If you’ve ever had a corneal transplant
  • If you have an allergy to the ingredients in Durysta
  • If you have narrow or obstructed iridocorneal angles

If Durysta is not the best glaucoma treatment for you, be sure to talk to your eye doctor about other options.

Bottom Line
You can take steps to protect your vision and keep your quality of life high. If you’re diagnosed with glaucoma, work closely with your doctor to create a treatment plan that works for you. Stay active and involved in your community, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it.

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Is There A Cure For Keratoconus?

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Is There A Cure For Keratoconus?

Healthy corneas are clear and dome-shaped at the front of your eye. It’s what’s responsible for focusing light into your eyes. Keratoconus causes cornea thinning and bulging, changing the shape and bringing light out of focus. This causes cloudy and distorted vision and makes everyday activities difficult to complete, such as reading, driving, etc. And because of the many symptoms, it decreases the quality of life.

Anyone who has keratoconus can relate to the frustrations of the diagnosis. The Eye Center in Columbia, SC, can provide life-changing services that will bring quality back to living.

Is There A Cure?

In its early stages, keratoconus is easily treated with contact lenses or eyeglasses. As the disease progresses, a prescription won’t be enough to correct the blurry vision, headaches, and other symptoms associated with the condition.

Unfortunately, there is not a permanent cure for Keratoconus, but there is a way to help restore vision in the advanced stages. Here are options for advanced vision correction:

  • Scleral or Rigid Gas Permeable Contacts – these specialized contact lenses are customed to fit over the cornea in a way that will allow light to focus into the eye more accurately, restoring clearer vision.
  • Cornea Transplant Surgery – the procedure removes all or part of the cornea and replaces it with a healthy cornea.
  • Corneal Cross-Linking – increases the strength of the corneal tissue and can help fight against bulging in the early stages.

Keratoconus will not go away on its own, but can be helped with medications or surgery. The shape of the cornea can’t change, even with specialized contact lenses. But there are various options at The Eye Center in Columbia, SC, that can restructure better healthier vision.

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The Eye Center offers an Effective Treatment for Keratoconus

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Stopping keratoconus in its tracks! 

Keratoconus is an eye disease that thins and weakens the cornea, leading to a bulged shape rather than a ball shape.  As the condition progresses, it can lead to impaired vision and, in advanced stages, can become extremely hard to treat, resulting in advanced procedures that are not guaranteed to help. The eye disorder usually presents itself early on and progressively worsens over time. Common symptoms of Keratoconus consist of:

  • Blurry vision
  • Headaches
  • Impaired or distorted vision
  • Sensitivity to light

There are different treatments for each stage of keratoconus, but none in which prevent the disease from progressing.

But now, for residents in Columbia, The Eye Center offers corneal cross-linking – a procedure consisting of ultraviolet light and eye drops that strengthen the cornea that has been weakened by keratoconus. The process is not invasive and does not require a hospital stay.

Cross-linking is meant to stop Keratoconus in its tracks or, at the very least, to significantly slow down the progression and prevent it from worsening to the next stage, which would then require a corneal transplant.

The Eye Center uses iLink™, a specially formulated pharmaceutical-strength riboflavin eye drop, to assist with the cross-linking response. Combined with ultraviolet light, keratoconus is prevented from worsening.

Individuals near the Columbia area and that are dealing with keratoconus are encouraged to reach out to The Eye Center, where a team of dedicated doctors will assist them on the journey of restoring their vision. For those with keratoconus, it’s important to catch the disease before it has advanced too far. Inquiring more details about iLink™ corneal cross-linking will determine if it’s the right fit for each individual’s situation.

Cross-linking is FDA-approved and is the standard procedure for treating keratoconus. Now individuals with this chronic eye disease can seek effective treatment and gain back control over their vision.

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Never Ignore These Early Signs of Glaucoma

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There are different types of Glaucoma and each condition leads to optic nerve damage. The disease adds pressure to the optic nerve and causes fluid to build up in the eyes, leading to blind spots and total blindness if not medicated. Individuals over the age of 60 are most likely to develop glaucoma, but younger individuals are not exempt from developing the disease.

The Early Symptoms of Glaucoma

The early symptoms of glaucoma can vary from person to person, depending on the type of glaucoma they have. Usually, early signs can be subtle and missed. This is why it’s important to keep up with regular eye visits to diagnose the disease early on in its progression. The team members at The Eye Center in Columbia, SC, are dedicated to eye health and wellness. By Scheduling an appointment, they will easily confirm or rule out the risk of glaucoma.

Some common symptoms of Glaucoma include:

  • Eye pain
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision, double vision, and blind spots
  • Nausea
  •  Red eyes

Any of these symptoms merit a visit with your eye care doctor, as glaucoma can cause sudden vision loss if not monitored.

Those at Risk for Developing Glaucoma

Those over the age of 40, extremely nearsighted or farsighted, have a history of glaucoma in their family, or have had previous eye surgeries are at risk of developing glaucoma. These risks are even higher if other medical conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure, are present.

There is no treatment for vision loss due to glaucoma, but the progression of glaucoma can be slowed down, and protection for remaining vision can be maintained through treatment. Residents in the Columbia, SC area should visit The Eye Center for regular eye exams to detect glaucoma while there’s still time to prevent the loss of vision.

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Life-Changing Treatment! A Clearer Future with The Eye Center in Columbia

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The Leading South Carolina Ophthalmology Resource

The doctors at The Eye Center would like to invite South Carolina and surrounding area residents to be informed of the services and treatments they provide. From eye exams to Lasik to cataract surgery in Columbia, SC this leading practice will assist clients in a knowledgeable and professional way.

The Focus

The Eye Center stands to this motto: “We are here to meet your eye care needs. At the Eye Center the patient always comes first”. This includes financial and payment options available for the various treatments and services offered. MSA (Medical Savings Account) can be accepted, payment options are convenient online, and finance options are offered. Furthermore, there is evidence  in the interactions with patients and successful outcomes, which causes this company to be among the best.

The Doctors

The doctors in this practice “offer a superior level of experience and skill”. In addition to client services, they focus on family, the community, and the work they can do to benefit everyone. Doctors at The Eye Center, like Dr. Brian Huff in SC, enjoy medical missions trips, time with family, and time outdoors.

The Experience

Clients can expect prioritized care, excellent services, and thoughtful assistance to all of their eye needs. They will be fitted with the doctor they need for the specific concerns or needs that the patient presents. Education continues to be an important part of the company’s focus.

The Services

Only the best services and treatments are offered at The Eye Center. Treatments for eye concerns for Diabetic people, those who have dry eyes or need an eye health exam, and to improve sight through cataract surgery and Lasik  are a brief overview of the many services that are provided.

The Information

Readers who would like to learn more, or learn about the benefits of services such as Lasik, can do so online at theeyecetersc.com. The education and tools section, as well as the about section, will teach readers the advantages, concerns, methods, and results.

The Eye Center in Columbia SC is devoted to making every experience excellent and profitable. The team desires for the audience today to see the passion and experience this center has.

About The Eye Center

The Eye Center is the leading refractive practice in South Carolina, providing full service eye care and specializing in Refractive Surgery – Lasik, AST, PRK, PRELEX, as well as Corneal Transplant and Cataract Surgery.

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Is Diabetes Affecting Your Eyes? Simple Ways to Find Out the Condition of Your Eyes

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The easiest way to determine if diabetes is affecting your eyes is to get an annual eye exam. According to the American Diabetes Association, individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes should have their first eye exam immediately after diagnosis. However, it suggests that those diagnosed with type 1 diabetes receive their first exam within five years of their diagnosis. For those with diabetes, annual eye exams are vital to a healthy life.

It is well-known that diabetes is considered to be the leading cause associated with adult-onset vision loss. Following simple strategies can help to prevent trouble with eyesight, such as diabetic retinopathy. There are three solid prevention methods that can make a world of difference in diabetic patients. It is critical to maintain A1C levels, appropriate blood sugar levels, and monitor blood pressure regularly. These basic tactics can help to avoid serious eye conditions such as retinopathy.

Patients that follow the preventative steps above are far less likely to develop retinopathy. However, it does not mean that their vision will not progress to a serious level, nor will it automatically stop diabetic retinopathy. It is crucial to observe your symptoms on a daily basis.

Keep in mind that symptoms such as:

  • Blurry vision
  • Double vision
  • Inadequate night vision and many more symptoms related to vision could be signs of retinopathy.

If you notice that you are not able to see things you once could, it is suggested to evaluate yourself. Ensure that you take care of your contacts or glasses. For example, do not reuse daily contacts. In addition, pay close attention to any changes in your capability of reading and seeing, both close-up and from afar. Be sure to read the side effects of medications so you know what could be causing any variations in your ability to see. Continue to oversee your own care by asking your family about medical conditions. Question your blood relatives regarding any history of eye conditions.

These simple things can help to determine if you have vision trouble due to your diabetes. Maintain proactive strategies and go for annual eye exams in order to determine if diabetes is affecting your eyes.

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Why Are Many People Considering Vision Correction?

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According to the recent report published by the World Health Organization, about 2.2 billion people globally have vision impairment. To prevent blindness, many of these individuals seek vision correction. What type of vision impairments do they need vision correction to resolve? Let’s find out!

Four Refractive Errors Requiring Vision Corrections

  1. Myopia – Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is an abnormal eye shape causing light to come to focus before hitting the retina behind the eye.
  2. Hyperopia – Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, is an abnormal eye shape causing light to come to focus at the back of the retina.
  3. Presbyopia – This is also farsightedness that comes with age. At this stage, the eyes lose their ability to shift focus forth and back between closer and distant objects.
  4. Astigmatism – This leads to distorted images. It often happens when the cornea is elongated instead of round.

People with these four conditions are often candidates for vision correction. Nevertheless, an eye doctor considers several factors before deciding whether contact lenses, glasses, or vision correction surgery is the best for a patient.

Factors To Consider Before Choosing The Right Type Of Vision Correction

  • Day-to-day Activities – For reading or driving, glasses might be practical. For all activities, surgery or contact lenses will be a better option.
  • Health Status – Vision correction surgery is not fitting for presbyopia.
  • Personal Preferences – Personal preference plays a significant role in the type of vision correction that fits you.
  • Overall Health – Chronic conditions might make you unfit for certain vision correction surgery.
  • Lifestyle – Jobs, hobbies, and sports can influence vision correction choices.

Final Thoughts

Does your vision need correction? There are several options available to you! Nevertheless, before you settle with one, our trained and licensed eye doctors will ensure that it is the best for you!

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Rejuvenate Your Face with Eyelid Surgery

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One more wrinkle
As you age, your skin produces less collagen. Combine that with exposure to sunlight, and chances are you will tire of waking up every morning to spot another new wrinkle and find yourself searching online for a solution.

While there are several topical cosmetic products you can apply to reduce the appearance of wrinkles associated with age, the transformation wouldn’t be as startling and long-lasting as you might want. If you are looking for something more impressive, eyelid surgery is an alternative you probably haven’t considered.

What is eyelid surgery?
Although eyelid surgery might seem drastic, it’s not nearly as intense as most people think. Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty or lid lift) is a very standard procedure.

A lid lift corrects wrinkling by taking out extra skin and enhancing the muscle and fat around the eyes. Depending on the desired result, the surgery can be performed on your upper and lower lids, depending on the desired result. It eliminates extra folds around the eyes and can also reduce visible eye bags and puffiness.

Why is eyelid surgery so great?
The effects of the surgery are undoubtedly remarkable. If carried out by an experienced ophthalmologist from a certified Columbia SC Eye Clinic, the procedure is sure to restore the natural contour of your face and can instantly shave years off your appearance.

Droopy and puffy eyelids are not only unseemly, but they also tend to obstruct your peripheral vision. Eyelid surgery is just what you need to enhance your face and get you looking and feeling radiant.

Before you go under the knife
It’s important to consult a professional ophthalmologist. The consultation will involve a meticulous eye examination to determine the anatomy of your eyes as well as any preexisting conditions.

Would you like to have a consultation? Book a session with Dr. Beau Bryan SC at our Columbia SC Eye Clinic today!

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