The transparent part of the eye at the front, which covers the iris and pupil is the cornea. Its primary purpose is to refract light and, while its focus is fixed, it contributes approximately two-thirds of the eye’s total focusing power. It consists of three layers:

• The stroma, which makes up most of the cornea
• The epithelium, which is several layers of cells covering the exterior of the stroma
• The endothelium, which is a single layer of cells lining the interior of the stroma

What if you could turn back time to a younger looking you? You may be surprised by how today’s advanced surgical and non-surgical cosmetic facial procedures can effectively restore a natural-looking, more youthful appearance. Dr. Andrew Anzeljc has the experience and expertise to help you reduce the telltale signs of aging, rejuvenating both your eyes, face, and your spirit.

Diabetes is an increasingly common disease in the United States and, due to the damage to blood vessels caused by high blood sugar levels, it has serious consequences for your vision. When the condition is caught early and treated properly, vision loss from diabetic eye disease, which is a leading cause of blindness in the US, is often preventable. This is why regular comprehensive exams are recommended for all diabetics.

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, when eyes don’t naturally produce enough or the right kind of tears, it’s a condition known as dry eye syndrome. Dry eye syndrome is a common problem for many patients, but our surgeons are trained and equipped to work with you to understand and treat your individual case.

Unfortunately, regular eye examinations are often overlooked until our eyes hurt or our vision becomes blurry or we have some other issue. Even if your vision is perfectly fine, routine eye examinations are vitally important as they are often the only way to detect many of the worst eye diseases before they have robbed you of your sight.