Does An Itchy Eyelid Mean You Have An Eye Infection?
Your eyelids have the important job of keeping your eyes protected and lubricated. However, eyelids are fairly thin-skinned and are full of nerves and blood
Cataract Surgery: How To Know When You Need It & What To Expect
Cataracts are common and affect almost 75% of the U.S. population aged 65 and older. Cataracts are a gradual clouding and hardening of the eye’s
3 Things You Need To Know About LASIK Surgery in Knoxville, TN
*This article was updated on 09/21/22 You have likely heard of LASIK vision correction by now. However, you may still have questions and concerns about
Madness Indeed! Basketball Is Leading Cause of Eye Injuries
March madness may be behind us, but one thing about the game is still a slam-dunk—basketball remains the leading cause of sports related eye injuries.
Are Your Eyes Irritated From Allergies Or Dry Eye Syndrome?
With East Tennessee’s allergies kicking back into gear this spring, many people are wondering how to tell the difference between two of the most common
3 Serious Eye Diseases You Probably Won’t Detect On Your Own
Many eye diseases have no early warning signs or symptoms, but a comprehensive eye exam can detect eye diseases in their early stages, before vision
Office Ergonomics: Your Dry, Tired Eyes Will Thank You
Proper ergonomics have long been known to make a difference in how our backs and necks feel for those of us whose work requires sitting
How To Prevent & Treat Workplace Eye Injuries
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month and, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, nearly 25,000 Americans visit the emergency room each year due to
Are You At Risk For These Genetic Eye Diseases?
You most likely know that your family’s health history is one of the most important risk factors for health problems like cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes,
If Your Parents Had Cataracts Does That Mean You Will Too?
If your parents or grandparents had cataracts it’s normal to be concerned that you might develop them too. We often hear from patients who tell
