When it comes to eye health, we’ve all been told not to read in the dark and to eat plenty of carrots, but there is a serious lack of public awareness when it comes to the actual conditions that cause us to lose our eyesight and go blind. Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is the […]
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EThis year has undoubtedly been challenging, and for those that wear glasses, it’s even more challenging. Mask mandates have people wearing masks to reduce the spread of COVID. And, if you are an essential worker in fields such as healthcare and education, you are wearing masks for long hours every day. A new study published […]
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At Howerton Eye, our ophthalmologists and eye doctors work day in and day out to ensure the highest quality eye care for our patients. It is our goal to provide a life time crystal clear vision to all of our patients. That being said, if an eye issue arises, we are your eye care experts, especially if […]
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With an increased demand for technology in our lives, especially while working from home or learning remotely, our eyes have suffered. Although technology can be quite beneficial, it has also brought on negative side effects, particularly for our eye health. Today, most people stare at screens all day long, whether it is their cell phone, […]
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Since mid March when the COVID-19/Coronavirus outbreak was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization, the way we live our lives and take care of ourselves has changed dramatically.
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People who experience difficulty seeing objects at a distance but can clearly see objects close up have what is called myopia, otherwise known as nearsightedness. Around 25% of people in the United States experience some form of nearsightedness. At Howerton Eye, our expert eye doctors can diagnose the severity of your myopia and provide you with the right eye […]
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Whether it be for health purposes, accident-related trauma, or age-related issues, Howerton Eye brings solutions that can heal or enhance defected/damaged vision. Our team of experts is comprised of specialized ophthalmologists who have been trained in different areas of eye treatment. If you’re suffering from an eye condition that requires alterations or treatment of your eye socket, […]
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If you’ve been struggling with your poor vision for a while and would like to better your eyesight, you may find that you are a perfect candidate for Howerton Eye’s LASIK eye treatment. Since this procedure is technically eye surgery, anyone who is considering this form of eye treatment will undoubtedly have concerns regarding risks, possible outcomes, […]
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All five senses are important to the mammals of the world; though some senses are more important than others depending on what type of species you are dealing with. The majority of animals rely on their sense of smell a great deal. For example, your dog explores the world through his nose. However, humans explore […]
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Uveitis is an inflammatory condition within the eye. When a person contracts uveitis, inflammation of the uvea becomes so severe that it interferes with the function of blood vessels whose job it is to supply oxygen and nutrients to the iris, ciliary body, and choroid.
Read MoreIf you live in Austin, Southwest Austin, or Kyle, TX and are in search of a great eye doctor, look no further than Howerton Eye Clinic. We are dedicated to helping our patients achieve and maintain healthy, beautiful vision. Contact us now!
