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Healthy Aging Month
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September is Healthy Aging Month

We can’t stop time, but we can help and maintain our eye health! As determined by the American Academy of Ophthalmology , September is Healthy Aging Month, a great opportunity to emphasize on the prevention of eye affections in older adults. Some of these issues are: Age-related macular degeneration Diabetic eye disease Glaucoma Cataract Inherited retinal diseases In addition to…
María Romero
September 1, 2021
Latisse
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Latisse

Did you know that losing between one and five eyelashes per day is normal?  However, there are cases in which more or even all can be lost: it’s a condition called madarosis. Latisse is the only eyelash growth serum currently approved by the FDA to treat this issue. It must be prescribed by an ophthalmologist. To know if you are…
María Romero
August 27, 2021
Blepharoplasty
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Blepharoplasty

Droopy upper eyelids make our eyes look tired and aged. Additionally, it can reduce your peripheral vision. Upper blepharoplasty deals with this eye issue, which means it’s under coverage by health plans. What is it exactly? It’s a procedure to remove the excess of skin, muscle or fat. It doesn’t include the removal of bags under the eyes. Would you…
María Romero
August 25, 2021
Contact Lenses
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Contact Lenses

Clean the case with a sterile solution made for contact lenses, and leave it open and upside down in a clean and dry place. We recommend changing the case at least once every three months. It should be changed immediately if cracked or damaged.
María Romero
August 20, 2021
Cataract Eye
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Cataract Eye

Our eyes have a natural lens ; in order to see clearly, it must be transparent. When a patient suffers from cataract, the eye’s lens is opaque. It’s like looking through a misty window, and can hinder tasks such as reading or driving. Generally, cataract is a result of normal aging. After turning 40 years old, normal proteins in the…
María Romero
August 17, 2021
Eye Checkup
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Eye Checkup

For adults, the recommended frequency is having one checkup per year, or every two years depending on the age. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends a full ophthalmologic exam at the age of 40, the moment in which the first signs of diseases or change in vision may appear. Checkups may be more frequent in cases of existing eye diseases…
María Romero
August 6, 2021
Children's Eye Health and Safety Month
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Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

¡August is the time to prepare for classes once again! In addition to the materials in children’s backpacks, having healthy eyes is essential for an excellent learning experience. That’s why the American Academy of Ophthalmology determined it’s the Children's Eye Health and Safety Month. We are sharing some tips to look after your children’s eyes during screen time. Remember to…
María Romero
August 4, 2021
Latisse
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Latisse

Have powerful eyelashes naturally and in just 16 weeks. Latisse is an FDA-approved medication you can use to increase your eyelashes’ volume and stimulate its growth. Latisse is delivered in 3ml solution flasks and 60 sterile applicators. Since it’s a medication, it needs a prescription from ophthalmologist Dr. María Soledad Romero, MD. You can make an appointment at www.precisioneyemd.com
María Romero
July 28, 2021
Does CANNABIS help treat glaucoma
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Does CANNABIS help treat glaucoma?

High ocular pressure is one of the causes for optic nerve damage with #glaucoma. One of the most frequent questions patients ask is about treatments with marijuana and cannabis to control the intraocular pressure. Nonetheless, using cannabis isn’t a recommended method for treating glaucoma. Studies have shown that, for some patients, this method’s effect of intraocular pressure (IO) reduction only…
María Romero
July 23, 2021
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