5 Reasons Why You Should Have Your Cataracts Removed
5 Reasons Why You Should Have Your Cataracts Removed Cataract removal is an elective surgery. If your cataract is severe Dr. Copeland will make a definite recommendation for removal. Otherwise, she will discuss with you whether or not you want to be referred to a cataract surgeon for removal. Below are 5 reasons why you […]
Glaucoma
Glaucoma March 10-16, 2019 is World Glaucoma Week. More than 2.8 million Americans have glaucoma and almost half don’t know it! It is the second leading cause of blindness in the US. Read this blog post to learn more about glaucoma. WHAT IS GLAUCOMA? Glaucoma is an eye disease that causes damage to the optic […]
Age Related Macular Degeneration
Age Related Macular Degeneration February is Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month. AMD is the leading cause of blindness for Americans over 50. Read this blog post to read more about this eye disease. WHAT IS AGE RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION? AMD is a condition in which the back of the eye (retina) is disrupted […]
Children’s Eye Exams
Children’s Eye Exams August is children’s eye health and safety month. This blog answers general questions regarding kids’ eye exams. WHEN SHOULD A CHILD HAVE HIS FIRST EYE EXAM? Dr. Copeland and the American Optometric Association recommend scheduling a baby’s first eye exam between 6-12 months of age. Dr. Copeland participates in the InfantSEE program […]
Transition Light Intelligence Glasses
Transition Light Intelligence Glasses Big things are happening in the optical industry! This July Essilor expanded its Transitions lens portfolio. New Transitions Signature Style Colors include: amber, emerald, sapphire, and amethyst. And if a color change wasn’t enough, your glasses can now become mirrored! New Transitions XTRActive Style Mirrors include: gold, silver, pink, red, green, and […]
Cataracts
Cataracts JUNE IS CATARACT AWARENESS MONTH Although most of my patients are surprised when I tell them they have a cataract, cataracts are very common and part of the natural aging process. WHAT IS A CATARACT? A cataract is the natural clouding of the lens inside your eye. This cloudy lens makes vision […]
Why Invest in Quality Sunglasses?
Why Invest in Quality Sunglasses? BEST UV PROTECTION AND CLEAREST VISION “You get what you pay for” couldn’t be truer when it comes to eyewear. If you want the best ultraviolet (UV) radiation protection and clearest vision through your lenses, you need to purchase quality sunglasses. UV RADIATION AND YOUR EYES Wearing sunglasses […]