Here at Pinke Eye Center, we completely understand that the idea of getting cataract surgery is no one’s idea of fun. But unlike elective eye surgeries, cataract surgery is a true necessity if you want to maintain your independence and be able to see. So, of course, we recommend cataract surgery for those who have cataracts. […]
Glaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve and causes vision loss. Many people have heard of glaucoma – especially because many celebrities like Bono, Whoopi Goldberg, and Andrea Bocelli are known to have it. What many people don’t know, however, is that there are several types of glaucoma. The two main types of […]
If you can’t remember the last time you made a visit to the eye doctor, you aren’t alone. Millions of Americans go years without eye examinations. We get it, life gets in the way and we often forget to find time for preventative health care. However, we happen to know just how important it is […]
Those who suffer from chronic migraines know that a seemingly invisible problem can have a huge impact on quality of life. If you have lived with chronic migraines for years, you have likely tried every possible treatment out there. Many treatments, unfortunately, can only treat a migraine once it occurs. Even if the treatment works, […]
As modern technology and medicine continue to advance at a dizzying pace, it is not uncommon for people to get a little ahead of themselves. While the world of medicine is more advanced than it’s ever been, there are still a lot of things we just aren’t capable of yet. This is especially true when […]
Glaucoma is a common eye condition but most people know very little about it. It happens when fluid can’t drain from the eyes properly, causing pressure to build. Over time this pressure causes damage to your optic nerve, affecting your vision. We put together this quiz to test your knowledge of glaucoma. Hopefully, the answers […]
BOTOX® is one of those things that everyone gets (or thinks about getting) but rarely ever talks about. When thinking about a cosmetic procedure, even the non-invasive kind, it’s important to gather as much information as you can beforehand. With the stigma around cosmetic enhancements, it is common for patients to not reach out. We […]
Cataract surgery is something almost everyone has to think of at some point in their lives. Fortunately, thanks to modern medical advances, cataract surgery is easier, faster and more effective than ever. But that doesn’t mean you can write cataract surgery off as just another routine procedure – it is still a surgery. Here at […]
Shelton, ConnecticutGlaucoma is a condition that causes permanent vision loss. When you have glaucoma, it usually means that your intraocular pressure (the pressure inside of your eye) is very high. This increase in pressure causes damage to the optic nerve, which causes irreparable vision loss. There is no cure for glaucoma, however it can be […]
Making a better life for yourself is the goal of just about every person who populates planet Earth (or at least it should be). However, there are some things that make life harder. Some of these are accidental or stumbled upon. Others are things that simply cannot be avoided. Cataracts would certainly fall into the […]
