The cornea is the thin, transparent tissue that covers the front of the eye. When the cornea becomes damaged or diseased, vision may become distorted. In some cases, the only way to restore vision is with a corneal transplant, a surgical procedure that involves removing the damaged tissue and replacing it with healthy donor tissue…. Continue Reading →
Month: July 2019
10 Things to Know About Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a disease that causes damage to the eye’s optic nerve due to a fluid build-up inside the eye. It affects around 2.2 million people in the U.S. and can lead to permanent vision loss or total blindness if left untreated. In most cases, no signs or symptoms of glaucoma are present. Therefore, if… Continue Reading →
What Is Cataract Surgery Recovery Like?
With a high success rate and low risk of complications, cataract surgery is safe and effective. Cataract surgery is also a quick and comfortable process. Recovering from cataract surgery is typically easy and painless. Nevertheless, it’s important to go into any procedure armed with as much information as possible. Below, the team at Island Eye… Continue Reading →
