Blog – St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute

Nearly half of Americans over the age of 70 develop cataracts. Left untreated, cataracts can progress to the point that they cause complete blindness. The good news is that cataracts are easily treated, so you do not have to tolerate hazy vision. In this blog, the elite team of doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute review everything you need to know about cataracts. What Are Cataracts and How Do They Develop? Your eye lens contains a high percentage of proteins and fibers. As you get older, though, the quality of the proteins deteriorates, causing the proteins… More

The Internet is a vast source of information — and unfortunately, not all that information is true. Our team at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute likes to stay on top of what is being said about LASIK. We often come across boldly untrue claims about the safety and effectiveness of this refractive surgery that can diminish your dependence on prescription eyewear. In this blog, we want to set the record straight on some of the most frequent myths.    Myth #1: LASIK Is Painful When patients hear the term “laser surgery,” they understandably assume that it’s… More

Most cases of dry eye syndrome are at least partially due to meibomian gland dysfunction, a condition that prevents the production of high-quality tears. Nevertheless, environmental and lifestyle factors can certainly exacerbate the symptoms to make the discomfort and irritation you experience more unbearable. Below, the eye doctors at St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute review some of the ways you may be unknowingly making your dry eye worse. 1. You Don’t Drink Enough Water The health benefits of drinking water throughout the day are numerous. If you need another reason to consume at least eight glasses… More