A: You may sometimes see small specks or clouds moving in your field of vision. They are called floaters. Floaters are tiny clumps of gel or cells inside the clear, gel-like fluid that fills the inside of the eye called the vitreous. You should call us right away if you suddenly develop new floaters. These symptoms may indicate a torn retina, which could lead to retinal detachment.
Q: I am noticing that I have to take my glasses off to read, I
also have to hold what I am reading further away. Why is this happening
and what can I do to stop it?
A: As you grow older, the lens that you are born with becomes less flexible.
By about age 40, the lens cannot change shape as easily as it once did
and it becomes more difficult to read. This normal condition is called
presbyopia. No exercise or medication can reverse presbyopia. you will
need reading glasses or bifocals to help your eyes focus. The lens continues
to harden, so you will need to change prescriptions as you grow older.
Q: Is Cataract Surgery done in the office?
A: Cataract Surgery is not done in the office, it is done in a hospital.
Our physicians are on staff at Underwood Memorial Hospital, Wills Eye
Hospital, and JFK Surgical Center. At these centers they utilize the most
modern equipment and techniques in order to obtain the best outcomes for
you. You are seen in the office for post operative appointments.
A: Using your eyes in dim light doesn't damage them. Good lighting does make reading a lot easier and can prevent eye fatigue.
Q:
Will wearing eye glasses cause me to become dependent on them?
A: Eyeglasses are used to correct blurry vision. Since clear vision with
eyeglasses is preferable to uncorrected vision, you may find that you
want to wear your eyeglasses more often. Although it may feel as if you
are becoming dependent on your eyeglasses, you are actually just getting
used to seeing clearly.
Q:
I have a prescription for my eye glasses. How can I get a prescription
for contact lenses?
A: In order to receive a prescription for contact lenses you have to have
an appointment to get them fitted on your eyes. If you are first time
wearer then you have return to the office for a “teach”, someone
will show you how to properly use and care for your lenses. All new contact
lens patients receive a contact lens package, please call our office for
more information.
Q:
I have Medicare, why am I being charged $25.00 for a refraction?
A: A refraction is the part of your complete eye examination that determines
whether or not you need glasses or a change in your present glasses. The
charge for this service is $25.00 and is NOT COVERED BY MEDICARE. The
medical part of your exam is covered. We expect payment for this service
at the time of your visit.
Q: I
would like one of your doctors to come out and do a lecture for my group/organization.
How do I go about arranging this and is there a charge?
A: You may contact the office manager or contact our marketing assistant
to schedule a lecture . We do need a couple of months in advance so that
we may coordinate the doctors’ schedule. There is no charge for
this service.
Have more questions? Call us at (856) 845-7968 and someone will be happy to assist you.
