Is Vision Loss From Cataracts Permanent?
Cataracts are a big problem for many people. In fact, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world. Cataracts are an unavoidable part of life since at some point almost everyone will get them. But don’t let that frighten you. It’s possible to treat cataracts. Better yet, the surgery to remove them is…
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3 Reasons You Should Really Consider LASIK
Many people have gone their entire lives needing to use glasses. Some of them have become so accustomed to wearing them that they can’t even imagine life without them. Whether you have had poor eyesight your entire life or are only starting to look at corrective options, LASIK may be the best solution. Here are…
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Dry Eyes…But My Eyes Water All Day!
As a corneal specialist, the biggest misconception I encounter is that you cannot have dry eyes if your eyes are constantly tearing. In fact, the overproduction of tears is a coping mechanism the eye has to comfort itself from the effects of a dry eye. Dryness of the ocular surface can cause a variety of…
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5 Tips For A More Relaxed Cataract Surgery Recovery
Recovering from any kind of surgery is not exactly anyone’s idea of fun. But having cataract surgery is not so bad! You’ll have to be careful during the initial stages of healing after you leave the office. You will likely find that you can resume most of your normal routine within just a few weeks…
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Dr. Frantz Voted Best Cataract Surgeon in Southwest Florida
News-Press Readers Have Spoken You probably know someone who has had cataract surgery. The truth is, everyone who lives long enough will eventually develop cataracts. It’s one of the leading causes of visual impairment among older Americans. But even as you age, you want to maintain your active Florida lifestyle, and Dr. Jonathan Frantz of…
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Preventive Care And Treatment For Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a prevalent eye condition that affects many people over the age of 50 and is a leading cause of vision loss in the United States. It affects your macula which is part of the retina, the “wallpaper” in the back of your eyes. The macula is responsible for central vision…
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Avoid Postponing Critical Medical Care
An astounding number of Americans have delayed or avoided medical care due to concerns about COVID-19 – creating potentially dangerous consequences for those in need of treatment. In a survey conducted in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 40.9% of U.S. adults delayed or avoided medical care based on a survey of U.S. adults between June…
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Is It Time To Say Goodbye To Contact Lenses?
If you are one of the many people that wear contact lenses to avoid wearing glasses, you may already know some of the cons of them. Applying them can be irritating (both physically and mentally). Keeping them maintained and replacing them can get expensive. Oh, and losing them is much easier than it should be….
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Cataract Awareness Month
The month of June has been designated as Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the most common cause of preventable blindness worldwide. In the United States alone, over 25 million people suffer with poor vision due to cataracts and about 50% of people will have or have had surgery for cataracts. So, what is a cataract?…
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The Importance of Eye Exams in School Age Children
Whether our children in Lee County are going back to school for face to face instruction or virtual learning, they will be guaranteed to be using their eyes continuously throughout the day. It is important for children to get a baseline eye exam prior to or soon after starting school. In addition to evaluating the…
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