How to Protect Your Eyes This Summer!
It’s summer and the sun is shining! Whether you’re fishing, boating, or swimming it is hard to not be exposed to the sun’s UV rays. July is UV Safety Month and while it is important to protect your skin, eye safety is just as important! Eye injuries can hinder you from summer fun so it… Read More
Practicing Fireworks Eye Safety this Fourth of July
The kids are out of school, the weather is hot and the outdoor grills are ready, which can only mean one thing, it’s summer in Southwest Florida! It’s time for boating, biking, and celebrating all that summer has to offer, including our nation’s freedom. And what better way to celebrate Independence Day than with fireworks…. Read More
Is One Pair of Glasses Enough?
The simple answer is no, everyone should have more than one pair of glasses. How Often do you find yourself scrambling to locate your glasses? Are they in your car, on your desk or even in your pocket? The Vision Council of America recently published a study that investigated the benefits of having more than… Read More
New Year, New You…New Vision!
Happy New Year to all of our fantastic patients, and friends! We are so excited about all of the amazing things that 2015 has in store for you here at Frantz EyeCare. This year we want to make sure that we partner with you to help you maintain or achieve your best vision yet. After… Read More
New Online “Healthy Sight” Calculator Helps Calculate Risk for Eye Diseases and Vision Problems
Many people have a vision benefit as part of their insurance plan, but don’t always take advantage of it. “We’re excited to learn about a new free, online tool to promote eye health and optimal sight that was recently introduced by Transitions Optical, Inc.,” said Jonathan M. Frantz, MD, FACS, medical director at Florida Eye… Read More
New Products Added to Obagi Skin Care System
The Aesthetic & Cosmetic Laser Center at Florida Eye Health has recently added three new products to its line of Obagi Skin Care products. The new products include Blue Peel RADIANCE, which effectively exfoliates the uppermost damaged skin layers; Sun Shield SPF 50, which combines high UVB absorption and UVA blockage; and ELASTILash for thicker,… Read More
Sunscreen and Sunglasses Offer Protection From Sun’s Harmful Rays
Living in Southwest Florida, it’s hard not to be exposed to the sun’s harmful rays; however, daily sun protection is essential for protecting sensitive skin cells from photodamage and your eyes from serious eye conditions. July is UV Safety Month, and local ophthalmologist Dr. Jonathan Frantz, medical director of Florida Eye Health, is joining doctors… Read More
