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Blepharoplasty Cost and Recovery Time

Over time, it is normal to develop excess skin or fat deposits that accumulate around the eyelids. When this happens, many people notice the skin around the eyelids begins to sag or droop. A Blepharoplasty, or eye lift, can help restore the youthfulness of your eyelids. Here is everything you need to know about Blepharoplasty

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GIft Of Sight

The Gift of Sight: Restoring Vision, Changing Lives

Sight is something many of us don’t fully appreciate—until it’s at risk of being taken away. In this powerful video, a Gift of Sight recipient shares what it means to regain vision and reclaim independence, gratitude, and hope. For patients facing vision loss, the impact reaches far beyond eyesight—it affects confidence, daily life, and the

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Signs You May Need Droopy Eyelid Surgery

Do you have trouble keeping your eyelids open? Are they beginning to affect your vision? Drooping eyelids, also known as ptosis or dermatochalasis, are very common and often develop with age as the skin around the eye loses elasticity and the eyelid muscles weaken.  As this happens, excess skin or fat accumulates above and below

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Best Eyedrops For Dry Macular Degeneration

Best Eyedrops For Dry Macular Degeneration

Dry eye symptoms can be frustrating on their own, but they can feel even more disruptive when you are already managing macular degeneration. Many patients notice irritation, burning, or fluctuating vision and wonder whether there are safe options for relief. You may wondering: What are the best eye drops for dry macular degeneration? While there

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Florida Eye Select | Concierge Eye Care Designed For You

Florida Eye Select | Concierge Eye Care Designed For You

Hear directly from a Florida Eye Specialists patient about their experience with the Florida Eye Select concierge program. From easier scheduling and shorter wait times to direct access to a dedicated care coordinator, this testimonial highlights how personalized attention and consistent communication make eye care simpler and more supportive.

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Man putting liquid drops in his eye solving vision problem.

Eye Plugs for Dry Eyes: What to Know Before You Try Them

Dry, irritated, or gritty‑feeling eyes can interfere with your daily comfort, from working at the computer to reading or driving. For many people, frequent use of artificial tears provides relief. But when dryness becomes chronic and persistent, there’s another solution: punctal plugs. Punctal plugs are small devices designed to help preserve your natural tear film.

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What Causes Eye Floaters?

What Causes Eye Floaters?

Have you ever noticed specs, strings, or blob-shaped spots drifting across your vision? Do they seem to move when you shift your eyes or try to focus on them? If so, you may have eye floaters. Eye floaters are one of the most common eye symptoms. In fact, an estimated 70 percent of people experience

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How Does Diabetes Affect the Eyes?

Blurry vision, dark spots, or sudden vision changes can be warning signs of more than just fatigue or aging — they may be signs of diabetic eye disease. If you’re managing diabetes, you might wonder: How does diabetes affect the eyes?  High blood sugar can quietly damage delicate structures over time, leading to serious, sometimes

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Is Glaucoma Hereditary? FAQs

Is Glaucoma Hereditary? FAQs

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness, and many patients don’t realize they’re at risk until it’s too late. If you have a parent, sibling, or grandparent who has been diagnosed, you may wonder: Is glaucoma hereditary? The short answer is yes. Family history plays a significant role in determining your risk,

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Contact Lenses & Cataracts: What You Need to Know

Can You Wear Contacts After Cataract Surgery?

If you rely on contact lenses every day, preparing for cataract surgery can raise a lot of questions. Do you need to stop wearing them before the procedure? And once it’s over, can you wear contacts after cataract surgery if you still need vision correction?  The truth is, every patient’s situation is different, and understanding

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How Often Should You Get Your Eyes Checked?

Blurry vision, constant headaches, or trouble seeing at night can all sneak up on you — but not every vision problem makes itself known right away. That’s why routine eye exams are so important. They not only help update your prescription, but also catch silent conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, or macular degeneration before they cause

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