Birmingham, AL

Cataracts occur when there is a clouding of your eye’s natural lens. Most people correlate cataracts with aging, but they are sometimes proven to be derived from other factors.

The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped part of the eye and plays a significant role in the focus and clarity of vision.

The optic nerve carries information from the eye to the brain, so when the optic nerve is impaired, you can lose your vision. The term Glaucoma encompasses a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve.

LASIK is an advanced laser vision correction procedure designed to reduce — and often eliminate — dependence on glasses or contact lenses for everyday activities. By reshaping the cornea to improve how light focuses on the retina, LASIK can provide clearer vision with a quick recovery time. A comprehensive evaluation with an experienced provider is essential to determine candidacy and achieve the best possible outcome.

Oculoplastics refers to surgical procedures designed to improve the function and appearance of the eyelids, skin and muscle tissue surrounding the eye, forehead, and face. 

A child’s first 10 years of life are the most crucial for the development of their visual system. Due to the rapid vision development taking place during childhood, it is very important to detect and treat any vision problems as early as possible.

The retina is the multi-layered tissue lining the back of the eye. This part of the eye captures light rays and converts them into images.