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María Romero

Wear sunglasses all year long
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Wear sunglasses all year long

Remember to wear sunglasses all year long - even during Winter and Autumn - to protect your eyes. When you are exposed to sunlight , you are also being exposed to the harmful effects of UV rays and their possible long-term consequences, such as macular degeneration or cataracts. By wearing sunglasses , you are also protecting your eyes from low…
María Romero
February 24, 2021
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration

There are some elements you can keep in check to avoid having Age-Related Macular Degeneration. Here’s a list of them: Eat a well-balanced diet, including fruits, vegetables and nutrient-rich foods, such as salmon and nuts. Take the right kind of vitamins. An adequate combination of vitamins can delay the progression of advanced AMD. Quit smoking. Numerous studies show that smoking…
María Romero
February 17, 2021
Happy Anniversary!
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Happy Anniversary!

Ensuring our patients’ visual independence and quality of life is our main goal. Everyone at #PrecisionEyeCare couldn’t be happier! It’s been two years since we began walking this path, led by Dr. María Soledad Romero, MD. This road towards our mission led us to adding Dr. Helena Wang, OD to our staff, and acquiring new technology and techniques to offer…
María Romero
February 14, 2021
Keratoconus
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Keratoconus

Keratoconus can be diagnosed by a routine eye check-up. While the cause of keratoconus is still unknown, one theory states that it may have a genetic origin. Here are some of the risk factors related to this condition: Have a family history related to keratoconus Rub your eyes vigorously Have some specific affections, such as retinitis pigmentosa, Down syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos…
María Romero
February 12, 2021
Improving Patient Care and Practice Efficiency
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Improving Patient Care and Practice Efficiency

Improving Patient Care and Practice Efficiency is the topic Dr. María Soledad Romero, MD addressed in a recently published article in the prestigious Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today. The text, describes several technologies that made the cut when deciding which should be purchased for her practice.
María Romero
February 10, 2021
Corneal topography
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Corneal topography

This study is performed using a toposcope, which allows ophthalmologists and optometrists to create a 3D map of the cornea, determining its thickness, curvature, elevation, potency and topography. Using the information this tool gives us, we can diagnose a patient’s affections and decide which treatment should be used. Did you know about this?
María Romero
February 5, 2021
Macular Degeneration Awareness Month
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Macular Degeneration Awareness Month

February is the Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, as determined by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. AMD is a degenerative disease that happens when a part of the retina called the macula is damaged. It’s the part of the eye that delivers sharp, central vision needed to see objects straight ahead. Over time, the loss of central vision can interfere…
María Romero
February 2, 2021
eye floaters
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What are Eye Floaters?

Eye floaters are a composite of the gelatinous substance or cells inside the vitreous of the eye. What people with eye floaters see are the shadows these particles generate on the retina. They are usually noticed while looking at flat things, such as a plain wall or the sky. When should you contact an ophthalmologist? If you notice a sudden…
María Romero
January 29, 2021
Laser Day
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Laser Day

By using a laser, we can offer a simple, accurate, and very effective treatment for glaucoma and posterior capsule opacification after cataract surgery. Check out our Laser Day pictures with Dr. María Soledad Romero, MD next to one of her patients, while using the advanced Dual Laser technology at #PrecisionEyeCare.
María Romero
January 27, 2021
Annual check-up
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Annual check-up

Did you know that you might not notice your vision is blurry? Frequent headaches, visual fatigue or a need to squint to see better may be signs of a refractive error. Moreover, some eye affections, such as glaucoma, may not have discernible symptoms. Remember to get your eyes checked annually, and let your loved ones now they should too!
María Romero
January 22, 2021
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