Legarreta Eye Center.
Legarreta Eye Center is committed to the diagnosis and management of medical and surgical eye conditions
Cataract Development
Most cataracts occur as part of the aging process, from a change in the chemical composition of the lens. They usually do not become a problem until you are in your 60s or 70s. If you live long enough, you are almost certain to develop one eventually. Some, but not all, scientists feel that prolonged exposure (over years) to sunlight can damage the lens and plays a role in cataract development.
LASIK Surgery
LASIK surgery is an outpatient surgery usually performed in an office or outpatient surgery center. The purpose of the procedure is to treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism.
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“C” is for Cataract and Cataract Surgery
Cataract, which is clouding of the eye lens, affects more than half of Americans aged 65 years and older. This age-related cause of vision loss can occur much earlier due to exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays and a host of other causes (including smoking, use of corticosteroids, and a family history). It is…
Workplace Eye Injuries: Causes and Prevention
What are the causes of eye injuries in workers? Scratching: Most eye injuries are caused by small particles or objects hitting or scratching the eyes, such as dust, cement chips and metal slivers. These materials can be ejected from tools, blowing, or falling from above workers. Sometimes, large objects can also hit the eyes or face. A worker…
Picking the Right Glasses for Your Face
Have you ever looked at a great pair of eyeglasses and thought about how much they changed the total look of someone’s face? Eyeglasses are more than just a way to improve your eyesight. They’re also a tool for modulating your facial features. The shape of your glasses exactly matches that of your face, so…