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María Romero

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Dextenza

Dextenza is a medication used for the treatment of ocular pain and inflammation following ophthalmic surgery. It is a preservative-free intracanalicular insert that is inserted in the lower lacrimal punctum, a natural opening in the eyelid, and into the canaliculusis without the need to be removed. Dextenza is a corticosteroid drug that is inserted into the eyelid as a small,…
María Romero
March 15, 2023
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White cataract surgical removal with phacoemulsification

White cataract is a type of "mature" cataract that occurs when the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to decreased vision. This cloudiness appears white or opaque and can occur in different parts of the lens, including the nucleus (central part), cortex (outer part), or both. White cataracts can be caused by several factors, including aging, genetics, diabetes,…
María Romero
March 14, 2023
Multifocal Lens IOLs
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Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery with Multifocal IOLs

Presbyopia-correcting implants are a type of intraocular lens (IOL) that can be used instead of the standard monofocal lens during cataract surgery to correct presbyopia, which is an age-related loss of near vision. There are several types of presbyopia-correcting implants, including multifocal IOLs, accommodating IOLs, and extended depth of focus IOLs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZSWp7cfrZk Multifocal IOLs provide multiple focal points that allow…
María Romero
March 10, 2023
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What is Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP)

Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) is an increase in the pressure within the eye caused by an imbalance in the production and drainage of the clear, watery fluid (aqueous humor) that fills the front portion of the eye. Normally, aqueous humor flows in and out of the eye to maintain a balanced pressure, but when the fluid doesn't drain properly, IOP…
María Romero
February 7, 2023
INTRAOCULAR LENS
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Intraocular lens Implants

An intraocular lens (IOL) is a small, artificial lens that is surgically implanted into the eye to replace the natural lens that is removed during cataract surgery. IOLs are designed to improve vision by focusing light onto the retina, and they can be customized to correct for various vision problems, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism and presbyopia. They are made…
María Romero
February 1, 2023
Ai in glaucoma
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Artificial intelligence & Machine Learning – its role in Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve, which normally acts as a cable transmitting visual information from the eye to the brain. If left untreated, glaucoma can lead to irreversible vision loss. Glaucoma is often associated with an increase in intraocular pressure (pressure inside the eyeball) and is more common in some ethnic groups.…
María Romero
January 6, 2023
Age related macular degeneration
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Foresee Home – Age related macular degeneration

Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in patients over the age of 75. The most common symptom of AMD is blurry vision that can be insidious or of acute onset, although some patients during the early stages of the disease might not experience any symptoms Risk factors are age, cigarette smoking, genetic abnormalities (family history),…
María Romero
December 27, 2022
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We Are Expanding!

We are proud to announce that Precision Eye Care is growing and expanding! We have acquired Grochmal Eye Center. After a successful acquisition of Glaucoma Experts in 2019, we continue to join forces with well-established and excellent reputation ophthalmology practices in Maryland. Grochmal Eye care will be functioning under the umbrella of Precision Eye Care and the clinical practice will…
María Romero
December 16, 2022
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What is macular degeneration?

Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the central portion of the retina, which is the part of the eye responsible for sharp, central vision. It is a common cause of vision loss in people over the age of 50, and it can make it difficult to see fine details and to perform activities such as reading or driving.  How…
María Romero
December 16, 2022
New intraocular implant to correct Presbyopia
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New intraocular implant to correct Presbyopia

During cataract surgery, patients have different options for intraocular lens (IOL) models to replace the natural clouded (old) lens that is removed during the procedure. Presbyopia correcting implants have the benefit to allow patients the ability to see clear at near without the help of reading glasses most of the time. A bothersome tradeoff for some patients is the presence…
María Romero
December 1, 2022
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