We usually only think about tears when we are crying as part of our body’s emotional response to a certain situation or laughing so hard that our eyes begin to water. While tears might typically be far from our minds, the truth is that they are actually a vital part of our eye health. In
The average American adult spends an estimated eight hours staring at digital devices on a daily basis. This unprecedented level of screen time has caused a dramatic increase in the number of people suffering from digital eye strain. In fact, approximately 70 percent of working adults, who use a computer on a daily basis, suffer
Most eye conditions can affect anyone, but seniors are most at risk when it comes to several problems. Watch for symptoms related to the following conditions and consult an eye health professional if you have questions. Glaucoma Glaucoma is one of the most common degenerative eye conditions, and although anyone can contract the condition, it
If you are like most people in the United States, you spend about nine hours in front of a computer, television, tablet or smartphone screen each day. While technology makes many aspects of everyday life easier, staring at screens all day is hard on your eyes. Many people experience eye discomfort after using digital technology
Dr. Kimberly Riordan is the head of Florida Eye Specialists’ Dry Eye Center at our San Marco location, in addition to being a Florida Board-Certified optometrist. Her experience in the eye care field dates back to 2005, when she began her program at the Illinois College of Optometry and later went on to obtain her
Florida Eye Specialists Offered a Free Dry Eye Screening event at their San Marco Location this past May 27 in an effort to encourage local residents to take control of their eye health during May Healthy Vision Month. Dry eye is a condition that affects tens of millions of Americans and occurs when the eye does not
You may already know that dehydration can cause you to become seriously ill, but did you know that it could also affect the health of your eyes? How Dehydration Affects Your Body Water is a critical element of your body – every cell depends on getting enough fluids to survive. Dehydration robs your tissues and
Dr. Kimberly Riordan of Florida Eye Specialists discusses a condition known as Dry Eye with WJXT and a former patient. If you believe you may have Dry Eye, schedule a consultation at our Dry Eye Center in San Marco.
Healthy Vision Month The skilled team at Florida Eye Specialists’ Dry Eye Center is dedicated to diagnosing and treating chronic dry eyes. On Friday, May 27, we are offering FREE dry-eye screenings at our San Marco location in honor of Healthy Vision Month. Dry eye affects tens of millions Americans across every demographic, although it
Dry eye is a chronic condition that affects millions of people around the world, including about 7 percent of men and women in the U.S. The most common symptoms of dry eye are scratchiness and burning sensations in the eyes, blurry vision, and intermittent periods of excessive tearing. Without proper treatment, dry eyes can progressively
Patients who suffer from blepharitis have long been frustrated by the limited treatment options available for the condition. The area around the eyelids are notoriously difficult to keep clean, and antibiotic or steroid topical treatments are inconvenient and open the door for bacteria to build up again once the treatment has stopped. Now, the revolutionary
