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Eye Tattoos: The Trend That Could Harm Your Eyes

It’s the newest trend in extreme body modifications; eyeball tattoos. Eyeball tattoos, or sclera tattoos, inject needles containing dyes into the white portions of your eye. Although this may look like a unique way to communicate your individuality, this new trend is extremely dangerous to your eyes and vision. With sclera tattoos, the injected ink […]

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What Are Cataracts?

Cataracts are one of the most common eye issues affecting over twenty-two million Americans over the age of forty. But, what exactly are cataracts and how can they be prevented or treated to avoid vision loss or further complications? In simple terms, a cataract is a clouding of the lens causing vision to become foggy. […]

Glasses vs. Contact Lenses

Our eyes are our windows to the world. Every activity that we do is importantly dependent on the ability for vision. And not just work, but enjoyment and the fulfillment of life itself depend heavily on being able to see. Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly common to have less than perfect vision. Regular use of […]