Undiagnosed and untreated eye diseases can lead to vision impairment and eventual blindness. There are about 1 in 28 Americans over 40 living with low vision or blindness. Indeed, the leading causes of blindness and low vision in the United States are age-related eye diseases like:
Each of these diseases is detectable during routine, comprehensive eye exams. And, although serious, early detection and early treatment can prevent potential vision loss.
While macular degeneration can happen at any age, it is most common in those over 60. True to its namesake, age is a major risk factor for AMD.
AMD is a progressive deterioration of the macula, which is the part of your retina responsible for your central vision. As the macula wears out (due to age), hazy, fuzzy, or opaque spots form in your central vision.
AMD symptoms include:
During a comprehensive eye exam, we search for signs of AMD using ocular coherence tomography (OCT). This extremely precise imaging method measures your eyes’ structures and cells to within 5 microns of accuracy. In conjunction with OCT, we use an extremely detailed retinal camera to take high-resolution images of your retina and macula.
With these technologies, we get a clear depiction of your eye and the stage of your AMD.
Schedule an appointment to meet with Dr. Baldwin and discuss your macular degeneration symptoms.
There are two types of age-related macular degeneration: atrophic (dry) and exudative (wet).
Nearly 90% of Americans have developed a cataract by age 65, and the probability increases the older we get. An estimated 20.5 million Americans age 40 and older have cataracts in one or both eyes.
Cataracts are the clouding of the eyes’ natural lens, which leads to impaired vision and potential blindness. While they are commonly related to the aging process, there are different kinds of cataracts that can affect people of any age.
Cataracts progress slowly and are manageable in their early stages with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses. They will continually worsen over time. When they start to impact your ability to read, write, drive, or perform other daily tasks, you may qualify for cataract surgery.
We will diagnose your cataracts during a comprehensive eye exam. This exam uses dilation, so be sure to arrange for transportation home.
At The Eye Gallery, we understand the unique challenges and requirements that glaucoma places on the lives of the people it touches. As a team, we can work together to control your glaucoma, minimize its impact on your life, and manage its progression so that you can enjoy a lifetime of great vision.
An essential part of managing glaucoma is understanding its depth of progression. The latest technologies allow our eye care team to take precise, high-definition photos of your inner-eye and optic nerve.
This intimate understanding of your eye health allows Dr. Baldwin to create and carefully monitor your personalized treatment plan.
Please schedule an appointment to meet with Dr. Baldwin and learn more about our eye health approach.
There are many different types and causes of glaucoma. Each form leads to the progressive damage of the optic nerve, which is responsible for enabling communication between the eye and the brain. Glaucoma is commonly related to increased internal eye pressure, but not always.
Glaucoma has earned the nickname of “the silent thief of sight” because it causes severe and irreversible eye damage before any noticeable vision loss. Glaucoma often erodes vision, starting with side (peripheral) vision, and does so without announcing its symptoms or drawing immediate attention to its progression.
One version of glaucoma—acute angle-closure glaucoma—presents serious symptoms and is a medical emergency. Symptoms include:
Book your appointment with Dr. Baldwin and start protecting your eyes
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Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that can eventually damage the optic nerve. This condition often begins without causing any noticeable symptoms and can lead to long-term vision loss if left unaddressed. Fortunately, your optometrist can detect glaucoma during a routine eye exam. But why does glaucoma develop? Is glaucoma hereditary? Genetics and family history […]
Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that can eventually damage the optic nerve. This condition often begins without causing any noticeable symptoms and can lead to long-term vision loss if left unaddressed. Fortunately, your optometrist can detect glaucoma during a routine eye exam. But why does glaucoma develop? Is glaucoma hereditary? Genetics and family history […]
Understanding how long your eyeglass prescription lasts is as essential as realizing when your annual physical exam is due. Like the rest of your body, your vision changes, sometimes gradually and other times quite suddenly. So, when it comes to those glasses that help you navigate the world with clarity and style, how long can […]
Understanding how long your eyeglass prescription lasts is as essential as realizing when your annual physical exam is due. Like the rest of your body, your vision changes, sometimes gradually and other times quite suddenly. So, when it comes to those glasses that help you navigate the world with clarity and style, how long can […]
Dry eye in the morning is a common, yet often overlooked, issue. It can be particularly common for individuals who sleep with fans or heat running, spend their days looking at screens, or take certain medications that increase the likelihood of dry eye. If you’re waking up with dry eyes often, there may be an […]
Dry eye in the morning is a common, yet often overlooked, issue. It can be particularly common for individuals who sleep with fans or heat running, spend their days looking at screens, or take certain medications that increase the likelihood of dry eye. If you’re waking up with dry eyes often, there may be an […]
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