Vision is achieved through the cornea. This is the clear central area of the front of your eye. It is the round-shaped ball-like part of the eye. In some instances, the structure of the cornea becomes weak and cannot hold the round shape. In time, this can result in the conventional round curvature of the eyes’ surface bulging outward. This is the condition known as keratoconus.

Glaucoma is a chronic eye disease that gets worse over time. As it becomes worse, the optic nerve may become damaged, which impairs vision. The common cause of damage is an increase of pressure in the eye. While there is no “perfect pressure” for every glaucoma patient, an eye doctor can direct the patient towards a target pressure. This is the ideal pressure that will form the basis of the treatment. 

With advancements in technology, laser treatment is now a major part of treating eye conditions. Although surgery is not the first step in treating glaucoma, it is the best option where other treatments fail. Glaucoma creates pressure inside your eye because fluids contained therein cannot drain out as they should. This can cause damage to your optic nerves, thereby affecting your vision.

Intraocular lenses or IOLs are small artificial lenses that are a significant part of cataract surgery. They can be described as surgically implanted contacts. The lenses are created to replace the natural ones that have been damaged by cataracts. The lens is inserted beneath the cornea, replacing or supporting the natural lens. 

Some patients are hesitant when they think about lasers reshaping their cornea. Others want LASIK but aren’t sure it’s right for them. Here are a few things to know when it comes to getting LASIK.

Are you considering a vision correction procedure like LASIK? Although LASIK is a life-changing procedure, not everyone is right for it. 

Do you suffer from dry and irritated eyes? You may have an eye condition called dry eye syndrome.

Coastal Vision Medical Group is the first practice in Orange County to offer the RxSight™ Light-Adjustable Lens (LAL) to Cataract Patients

Did you know that November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month? This is a group of eye conditions that disproportionately affect those with diabetes.