This article is from a series of articles about the state-of-the-art equipment at Atlantic Medical Eye Care. This time we’re focusing on Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty or SLT. What is Glaucoma? In the United States, about 2% of the population has glaucoma. Glaucoma is a disease marked by elevated pressure in the eye. Though it is… Continue Reading »
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Eye Care Terms: What do These Words Really Mean?
There is often confusion about certain words and phrases you may hear at the eye doctor’s office. For example, you may have been told you have “refractive error.” In this post, we’re going to offer an explanation for many common eye care terms you often hear during a comprehensive eye exam in simple, plain English…. Continue Reading »
How Zika Virus Impacts the Eyes and Ocular Health
While global health concerns often shift over time, Zika virus remains an important infection to understand — particularly because of its potential impact on pregnancy and eye health. What is Zika Virus? Zika virus is an infection primarily transmitted by mosquitoes, though it can also spread through sexual contact. In most healthy adults, the illness… Continue Reading »
New Technology to Predict the Risk of Glaucoma Progression
Glaucoma is a disease of high pressure in the eye characterized by damage to the optic nerve, which can lead to vision loss. Technology Advances to Predict Glaucoma Progression At present, disease progression is monitored through comprehensive eye examinations. In office testing can include measuring eye pressure and assessing a patient’s central and peripheral vision… Continue Reading »