The retina is a thin layer of specialized, light-sensitive brain tissue located in the back of the eye. Its main function is to transform light rays into electrical signals so you can see. There are several eye conditions that can impact the retina and, hence, affect...
A stye is a red, painful bump that forms on the margin of the eyelid. Some instances may require a visit to an ophthalmologist who specializes in conditions of the eyelids, known as an oculoplastic surgeon. This specialist can evaluate your condition and put a plan of...
What is the first thing you think of when you hear the phrase 20/20 vision? For many people, the words “best” or “perfect” come to mind. However, there is a common misconception about what 20/20 vision actually means and how it relates to what you see. This blog will...
Innovative Surgery Developed by Mahmoud A. Khaimi, MD at the Dean McGee Eye Institute Proves Its Effectiveness Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness worldwide and is characterized by an increase of pressure within the eye, known as intraocular pressure (IOP), which...
Hearing the word surgery, especially in relation to your eyes, can be scary. Considering how critical the eyes are for everyday activities, it makes sense people are curious about the side effects associated with LASIK surgery that can affect your recovery. To help...
Regular eye exams are important for more than just updating your contact lens or glasses prescription. Yes, it’s crucial to see your eye doctor to update your prescription for correcting refractive errors, but routine comprehensive eye exams are also a critical aspect...
When you are diagnosed with a refractive error (a vision problem in which the shape of your eye prevents light from focusing correctly on your retina), you have a choice to make regarding corrective lenses. Do you want to wear contacts or glasses? Making this...
Screening for refractive errors, eye diseases, and vision loss is crucial for maintaining eye health — regardless of how old you are. This makes eye exams a critical part of maintaining overall health, especially for children, whose eyes change more frequently than...
The Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI) boasts state-of-the-art surgical lasers, plus a team of professionals focused solely on eye surgery. Laser Iridotomy surgery, a common procedure used to help relieve eye pressure caused by glaucoma, is one of the many cutting-edge...
Cataracts are the result of the natural clouding and hardening of the eye lens and affect more than 24.4 million Americans ages 40 and older. By age 75, approximately half of all Americans have cataracts. The team at the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI) performs...
You may not realize it, but if you have ever had an eye exam, you likely are already familiar with the Snellen Chart. It is the eye chart used in nearly every eye doctor’s office. Typically, a giant letter E sits proudly on top, with a number of rows of letters...
Are you often asked if you’re tired because of how your eyelids look, even though you feel well-rested? Over time, the tone and shape of your eyelids can change. Whether a result of aging, genetics, or sun exposure, any or all of these factors can cause your upper...