You’re probably familiar with Ultraviolet (UV) Light and its harmful effects on eyes. But, did you know Blue-Violet Light can be just as detrimental to your eye health? Like UV rays, Blue-Violet Light comes from the sun and can cause harm even on cloudy days. But, Blue light also comes from artificial sources, such as computers, smartphones, tablets and fluorescent lights. Long-term exposure to Blue light can lead to eye diseases, such as Age-related Macular Degeneration, which is the leading source of visual impairment in our part of the world. Think of how often you are in front of a computer screen or looking at your phone. Now imagine spending that much time in the sun without sunglasses or UV protection. You probably wouldn’t … Read More
The iWellness Scan: A Game Changer for Eye Exams
The comment Dr. Rosinski and I hear most from new patients is, “you provide a very comprehensive exam!” This brings a smile to our faces for many reasons. One is that many health issues can be detected through your eyes, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. When we examine patients, we’re checking for overall health, as well as eye health. Another reason is that many eye diseases present no signs or symptoms until it’s too late, often when the damage is irreversible. Our mission is to identify these issues before they become serious. It is for this reason that we’re introducing a new technology as part of our exams – the iWellness Scan. The iWellness technology lets us look … Read More