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.
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We’ve all been there. The new episode of your favorite show comes out and you sit four inches from your TV or computer waiting in fear/ anticipation. But while you’re asking all sorts of questions about the fates of your favorite characters, a question you should also consider is: Will this screen time cause permanent […]
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Officially defined as surgery that permanently changes the shape of your inner cornea in order to improve the vision of one’s eye, LASIK stands for Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis. In layman’s terms this simply means surgery that corrects your vision. But what exactly are the benefits of going through this eye surgery? In terms of physicality, the […]
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Whether it’s putting too much faith into self-diagnosis with information from “Dr. Internet,” or just chalking up your symptoms to being something less than they actually are, marking out a slot in your busy schedule to visit your optometrist when something seems off is crucial to ensure your eyes remain healthy. Remember, you only get one set.
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!
