Fireworks Eye Injuries Have More Than Doubled in Recent Years
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Eye Health
Fireworks sales will be blazing across the country from now through the Fourth of July. As retailers begin their promotions, Associates in Ophthalmology joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in shining a light on this explosive fact: the number of eye injuries caused by fireworks has more than doubled in recent years. Fireworks injuries cause…
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Dr. Nussbaum retires after proudly serving the community for many years!
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Dr. Nussbaum
We are writing to announce the retirement of Dr. Peter Nussbaum after many years of proudly serving his community. It was with both joy and sorrow that he saw his last patient at the end of 2015. Although he has had the privilege of caring for many people and developing lifelong friendships, he is now…
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Tis The Season for LASIK
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in LASIK
It’s almost the end of 2015, how many of your goals have you accomplished? If you haven’t ticked everything off your list there’s no need to fret – you still have time! Now is the perfect time to accomplish any lingering resolutions and step up to the plate. While you’re mulling over what’s left to…
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Eye Injury Prevention Month
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Eye Health
Did you know that October is Eye Injury Prevention Month? Though you may not often think about the many ways you can damage your most delicate sense organs, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) has some ‘eye-opening’ statistics about eye injuries: Each year an estimated 2.4 million eye injuries occur in the United States. Using…
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Contact Lens Care: Do’s and Don’ts
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Eyes
We’ve all been there before, rushing to get ready for work and we accidentally drop our contact lens on the bathroom floor! It becomes a mad dash of combing through the bath mat, looking under the counter, and scanning the bathroom floor. Once you find that lost contact, is it safe to put in your…
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The Importance of a Back to School Eye Exam
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Eyes
The summer season is beginning to come to an end and that means back to school season is right around the corner! Preparing to go back to school is not just limited to new school supplies, accessories, and clothing. To ensure your children are truly prepared for school and learning, it’s important to book an…
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5 Ways to Improve Symptoms of Dry Eye
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Eye Health, Eyes
Do your eyes feel dry, itchy and burn at the end of every day? If you answered yes, then you may have dry eye. Dry eye occurs when the eyes do not produce tears properly or when the tears are not the right consistency. Symptoms of dry eye can be aggravating and can completely ruin…
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5 Symptoms of Cataracts
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Cataracts, Eye Health
Did you know that cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States? In fact, there are 24 million Americans over the age of 40 that are affected by cataracts. That’s a lot of people! In support of Cataract Awareness Month, here is some important information you need to know about the…
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The Cost of LASIK vs. Glasses and Contact Lenses
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in LASIK
Did you know Americans spend more than $15 billion each year on corrective eyewear? In addition, more than 150 million Americans use corrective eyewear to compensate for imperfect vision. Did you know that permanent vision correction with LASIK is actually more cost effective than glasses and contact lenses? It is! The cost of LASIK is…
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5 Benefits of LASIK
Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in LASIK
LASIK is the safe and effective treatment for correcting common vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Although millions of Americans have chosen LASIK to correct their vision, there are still millions more who choose to rely on glasses and contact lenses instead. If you’ve been considering LASIK but have yet to make a…
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