Entries by Dr. Jan Eye Care

Having LASIK Surgery?

Astigmatism, farsightedness, and nearsightedness are all refraction errors that require people to wear prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, some people grow tired of wearing glasses or contacts over time and opt to have outpatient LASIK surgery. LASIK corrects the refraction error well enough for most people that they no longer need to wear contacts […]

Can I Replace Lenses and Not Eyeglass Frames?

Buying eyeglasses in Elkridge, MD, is a big investment in your eye health. Once you get your prescription, the office staff work hard to make sure that your lenses work as they should, improving your eyesight as much as possible. Over time, your eyeglasses prescription may not be as perfect. Since eyes age like other […]

How Much Oxygen Does Your Eye Need?

The vast majority of your body gets oxygen from your blood vessels, but the eye is one of the major exceptions. The cornea relies on tears and air to get the nutrients it needs to function. If you’re wondering how much oxygen the eye needs, especially if you’re a chronic contact-wearer, we’ll look at what […]

How Are Disposable Contact Lenses Different?

You’ll have several choices when you visit your optometrist in Elkridge, MD, for contact lenses. One of the choices will be whether you want to get regular contact lenses or disposable contact lenses. Disposable contact lenses serve the same purpose as regular lenses, so the choice is largely up to you. As long as your vision […]

Am I a Candidate For LASIK In Elkridge and Columbia?

LASIK is one of the most advanced forms of vision correction treatment available today. The treatment involves a surgical procedure that helps to resolve refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. At this point, it’s been successfully performed millions of times worldwide. However, not everyone is a suitable candidate for LASIK. You and youreye […]

Treatment Options for Dry Eye

Dry eye is a common condition that affects millions of people around the globe. It’s a condition that causes itching, redness, and an uncomfortable sensation, as though there’s a small particle in your eye that you can’t remove. Dry eye happens when there aren’t enough tears to keep the delicate tissues of your eye lubricated. […]

Why Are My New Contact Lenses Uncomfortable?

Contact lenses can be an exciting purchase for many people, especially if you’ve grown tired of wearing glasses or you’re ready to mix up your look a little. However, even seasoned contact lens wearers may experience discomfort when they first try a new batch. Because you can’t blame it on the usual culprits (e.g., poor […]