Elisabeth S. Swan, O.D.

New Glaucoma Surgery Approved

admin — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:55:35 +0000

Transciliaryfiltration (TCF), a new surgical procedure for the treatment forglaucoma recently gained FDA approval for use in the United States. TCF makes glaucoma surgery faster and safer, with less risk of complications.

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Vision Therapy and the Treatment of Reading Problems

admin — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:55:04 +0000

The most controversial aspect of vision therapy is its role in the treatment of reading problems and learning disabilities. Organized ophthalmology and optometry offer opposing views on the subject.

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How Strong Are the Visual Skills of Your Child?

admin — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 22:50:09 +0000

Being able to see the 20/20 line on a wall chart doesn’t guarantee your child has the visual skills required for learning. Find out more about learning-related visual skills and how to make sure your child has the visual skills to reach their full potential – both in and out of the classroom.

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What You Need to Know Before LASIK Surgery

admin — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:08:52 +0000

LASIK – Frequently Asked Questions. Refractive surgery is a big step. Get the answers to the questions that any patient interested in refractive surgery should know.

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RGP Contact Lenses Correct Vision Problems After Refractive Surgery

admin — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 05:07:00 +0000

A new study shows rigid gas-permeable (RGP) contact lenses can significantly improve the visual acuity of patients who experience unsatisfactory results from LASIK and other types of refractive surgery.

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Anisometropia

admin — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:03:55 +0000

Most people who wear contacts and glasses have this condition.

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Developmental Milestones In Your Baby’s Vision

admin — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 17:10:12 +0000

Proper visual development has been linked to better balance, coordination, and learning. Pay attention to the these milestones to follow your child’s development.
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Are You Ready For Reading Glasses?

admin — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:01:03 +0000

Are you at the point of not being able to read up close without straining? Fashion and glasses can go together!

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Sunglasses for Sports – Choosing the Optimal Lens Color

admin — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:13:34 +0000

Sunglasses and Sports, of course. But what lens color is optimal for your sport? In sports eyewear, there is no such thing as an all-purpose lens. For each sport there is an optimal lens colors.

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Smoking – Yet Another Reason to Quit the Habit

admin — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 18:54:38 +0000

Article on new evidence that shows that smoking significantly increases the chance of the two commonest causes of blindness in the elderly-cataracts and degeneration of the macula (retina).

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