As we age, our bodies undergo many changes, and our eyes are no exception. One of the most significant age-related eye conditions is Macular Degeneration, often referred to as Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). At Northview Eye Care, we believe that understanding this condition is the first step toward preserving your vision. What is Macular Degeneration? […]
As the year comes to a close, it’s time to think about your eye health and take full advantage of your optical benefits! At Northview Eye Care, we want to remind you that many insurance plans have a use-it-or-lose-it policy, meaning any unused benefits will not roll over at the end of the year. Don’t […]
Our office is receiving calls asking whether we are selling solar eclipse viewing glasses for the eclipse. I DO NOT recommend viewing the solar eclipse at all… regardless of approved or not. It is not worth the risk. Here are a few points to consider. Solar Retinopathy (aka PERMANENT vision loss) is possible if you […]
Orthokeratology, also known as Ortho-K, is a treatment using overnight contact lens that can help manage a patient’s myopia or nearsightedness. Ortho-K lenses are designed to reshape the cornea overnight, allowing for clear vision during the day and also decreasing the progression of myopia without the need for glasses or daytime contact lenses. Ortho-K is […]
If an eye disease was an inevitable part of your life, wouldn’t it be nice if you could pick which disease you had? If you could, you would want to pick cataracts. Today, cataract surgery can not only remedy the disease but it can make your eye sight better than it ever was before. Thanks […]