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Sep

What is the LASIK success rate?

What is the LASIK success rate? At Ophthalmology Associates, the most common questions we receive about LASIK eye surgery involve how successful it is. For instance, how many patients receive 20/20 vision? How many patients experience complications? And how many patients would re...

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30

Sep

Diabetic Eye Disease

Did you know that November is Diabetes Awareness Month? Diabetes increases the risk of multiple eye diseases, many of which can lead to permanent vision loss. Oftentimes, there are no early symptoms for these conditions, making it essential for people with diabetes to receive reg...

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30

Sep

Keep Your Eyes Safe This Halloween!

Halloween is an exciting holiday for children and adults alike. Fun costumes, scary movies, deliciously spooky snacks… what’s not to love? This Halloween, Ophthalmology Associates encourages our community to practice safe and healthy habits to protect your vision while trick-or-t...

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30

Sep

Healthy Habits to Take Care of Your Vision

It’s never too late to start healthy habits to take care of your vision! September is Healthy Aging Month, an annual health observance designed to encourage people to start healthy habits for their vision and to increase their physical, social, financial, and mental well-being. “...

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30

Sep

Are Laser Pointers Dangerous?

Are laser pointers dangerous? August marks Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, an awareness month that encourages people to pay special attention to childhood eye illness and injury. This month, Ophthalmology Associates wants to remind you of the dangers associated with using ...

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30

Sep

Keeping Your Eyes Safe from Fireworks

Keeping your eyes safe from fireworks. In the month surrounding the Fourth of July, an average of 280 people go to the emergency room each day with fireworks-related injuries. This July, Ophthalmology Associates encourages our community to take care when using backyard fireworks...

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30

Sep

June is Cataract Awareness Month

June is Cataract Awareness Month! Every year, the organization Prevent Blindness America along with the American Academy of Ophthalmology encourages Americans to be mindful of the signs and symptoms associated with cataracts. This year, we’ve decided to outline several common myt...

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30

Sep

May is Healthy Vision Month

Happy Healthy Vision Month! Did you know that most vision problems are preventable? Every May, the National Eye Institute (NEI) celebrates Healthy Vision Month, an awareness campaign designed to encourage healthy, sight-saving habits. This year, NEI is focusing on young adults be...

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30

Sep

Sports Eye Safety Month

Which sport causes the most eye injuries? April is Sports Eye Safety Month. This month, Ophthalmology Associates encourages all our patients to wear proper eye protection when participating in athletic activities. Potential eye injuries that can result from sports include corneal...

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30

Sep

Dr. Cary Burton Retiring

DR. CARY BURTON IS RETIRING. We will miss Dr. Burton’s gentle manner and caring ways at Ophthalmology Associates and wish him all the best! Here are a few words from Dr. Burton: My dear patient, It has been my lifelong endeavor to take care of the “Eyes of North Texas. ” I have e...

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30

Sep

Common Causes Of Blurry Vision

What are the common causes of blurry vision? Have you been experiencing blurry vision lately? Try not to panic – there are many normal reasons why you may be experiencing this mild visual disturbance. Below, we’ve outlined some of the more common causes of blurry vision. You need ...

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30

Sep

What is Dry Eye? A Brief Introduction to Dry Eye

What is Dry Eye? A Brief Introduction to Dry EyeDry eye is a common condition, affecting at least 6. 8 percent of the U. S. adult population. If you’ve been experiencing dry, scratchy eyes lately, you might be one of them. Symptoms of dry eye include:• A stinging, scratchy, or burn...

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