by Erica Kepler | Dec 20, 2021 | Optometry
Have you ever received a tonometry test while at the eye doctor? You may remember it as a pen or puff of air used to test your eye pressure. These tests are crucial to monitoring your intraocular pressure and maintaining a healthy level. But have you ever wondered how...
by Erica Kepler | Dec 6, 2021 | Optometry
Whether you’re a patient or an eye doctor, it’s important to be familiar with the common types of conditions that affect the eye. Here is a brief overview of the 10 most common eye diseases and disorders. Refractive Errors Refractive errors are the most common eye...
by Erica Kepler | Nov 19, 2021 | Optometry
Ophthalmologists have a plethora of medical tools at their disposal to aid the eye exam process. Whether you’re studying to start your own ophthalmology practice or you’re a patient trying to familiarize yourself with the procedures, here are examples of five tools...
by Erica Kepler | Nov 5, 2021 | Optometry
Understanding how glaucoma affects the eyes can be difficult for some patients, as the disease doesn’t have many symptoms. The best way to understand the impact of glaucoma is to assess its causes and different types. But first, here’s a quick refresher course on...
by Erica Kepler | Oct 25, 2021 | Optometry
The study of ophthalmology has come a long way through the years. Without basic discoveries such as the anatomy of the eye or dedicated eye-care facilities, we might not understand eye health the way we do today. Keep reading for more of these findings and a brief...
by Erica Kepler | Oct 12, 2021 | Optometry
There are many different methods at an ophthalmologist’s disposal for testing eye pressure. Non-contact tonometry is one method for testing the eye’s intraocular pressure. Keep reading for a look into how a non-contact tonometer works and the various benefits of...
