Macular is the center portion of the retina which functions like film in a camera for our vision. The risk factors for macular degeneration are: age, race, smoking, systemic lipid problems, and UV light exposure. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in the U.S.A. Most people with macular degeneration have the dry form, for which there is no known treatment. The less common, the wet form is associated with the formation of fragile blood vessels, resulting in bleeding and irreversible scar formation. The wet form can be treated with injection and laser procedures.
Some common symptoms of macular degeneration are: a gradual loss of ability to see objects clearly, distorted vision, a gradual loss of color vision and a dark or empty area appearing in the center of your vision. If you experience any of these, call us today to schedule your comprehensive eye exam immediately.
Recent studies indicate that certain vitamins and minerals may help prevent or slow the progression of macular degeneration. If you are 40 years or older, an annual, comprehensive dilated eye examination is an important first step to maintain your eye health. Early detection of AMD, along with utilizing vitamins and minerals may change how you see things.
Please schedule your exam today! (248) 332-0200
Diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness in the USA. The best way to prevent diabetic retinopathy is to have your eyes checked frequently. If you are diabetic without retinopathy then you need a yearly dilated eye exam. If you have had diabetes for five or more years, and you have a high Hb A1C level, you are at a higher risk for diabetic retinopathy and may need to be seen more than once a year. Most medical and optical insurances cover yearly preventive dilated eye exams for diabetic patients.
Are you having eye problems? Do certain eye diseases run in your family?
Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the pressure of the eyes increase, causing damage to the nerve fibers in the optic nerve which may lead to vision loss. The pressure increase happens when the passages that normally allow fluid in your eyes to drain become clogged or blocked.
Are you having less than perfect vision with eyeglasses or soft contact lenses after eye surgery? You may need to have special contact lenses to improve your vision. After surgery, your corneal geometry might be changed such that normal contact lenses may not fit or correct your vision. We utilize vast number of special contact lenses to address these patients. Please let us know at the time of your appointment about your past eye surgeries, including LASIK.
Synergeyes lenses are made of two different lens materials. They offer clear vision similar to that of the hard gas permeable lenses (RGP) but are as comfortable as the soft contact lenses.
Dr. Youn added new GOV lens design to his battery of over night ortho-k lenses. GOV lenses are designed for patients with higher prescriptions and people with large or flat eyes. GOV lenses can be used for prescriptions up to -8 diopters with moderate astigmatisms. If you have been discouraged from CRT or ortho keratology procedures, consult Dr. Youn for new options.
oung and school age children. People older than 40 years of age are also very good candidates because their correction can be adjusted as often as necessary to reduce the use of reading glasses. Also patients who normally undergo frequent prescription changes are excellent candidates for CRT because of its flexibility. Additionally, due to the fact that CRT lenses are worn only at night, patients with sensitive eyes, mild dryness or contact lens sensitivity also make great candidates.