Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
While practicing social distancing as our state has begun reopening in phases, we have to be mindful of practicing safe hygiene. According to the CDC one of the general guidelines to slow the spread of COVID-19, avoid touching your face — particularly your eyes, nose, and mouth. Visit the The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
Did you know that diabetic retinopathy affects about 8 million Americans? Let’s address common questions about the condition below. Q. What is Diabetic Retinopathy? A. Diabetic retinopathy is the result of a diabetic condition. It can be either diagnosed or undiagnosed. The only way to have diabetic retinopathy is if you have diabetes. You also… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General, Glaucoma
Has your doctor ever told you that you are at increased risk for glaucoma? Though those can be scary words to hear, the good news is that it does not mean you have glaucoma. It likely means you have internal eye pressure that is higher than normal. It also means you should be careful and… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
For many ODs and their families, children, and patients, it’s back to school time. It is a unique time to get back to mainstream daily activities and re-focus on the fundamentals of life. As an optometrist, I love to focus on the fundamentals of ocular disease, especially dry eye disease. Many times I have counseled… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General, News
Did you know that all of your Georgia Eye Associates Doctors of Optometry are board-certified by the American Board of Optometry? Currently, fewer than 15 percent of optometrists in the state of Georgia hold this certification. Board certification is a rigorous, voluntary process for Doctors of Optometry to demonstrate ongoing clinical competence beyond standard state… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General, News
On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse will cross the United States from coast to coast for the first time since 1918 – that’s almost 100 years! A total solar eclipse occurs when the sun is completely covered by the moon, turning day into night for a brief period of time. This experience is… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
You know that it’s important to take care of your body, but how much time do you spend thinking about how you can keep your eyes healthy? Bad habits like smoking, not wearing sunglasses, and skipping annual eye exams can add up over time and hurt your vision and your health. The good news is… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
At Georgia Eye Associates, we are always looking for the safest, most minimally invasive treatments for our glaucoma patients. This is why we are so excited to now be offering the Kahook Dual Blade (KDB), the newest technology in glaucoma treatment. What is Glaucoma? First thing’s first! Glaucoma is a common condition in that causes… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General, News
Glaucoma is one of the biggest causes of long-term vision loss in the world yet most people know very little about it. They often don’t understand how serious it can be and are unfamiliar with some of the signs and symptoms of glaucoma. Glaucoma causes fluid to build up which increases the internal pressure on… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
We always try out best when it comes to protecting our skin, but not enough of us take the same care to protect our eyesight. Protecting your eyesight is very important and essential if you hope to have good quality vision by the time you are in your 40s. Your risk of vision loss gets… Read More
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